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#665001, JODY SIPE, Listing Office: AUGUSTA REALTY GROUP
$553,900 List price
557 Wayne Ave S Waynesboro, VA 22980
$6,578
Closing credit¹
4 beds
4 full
3,790 sqft
0.3 acres
$146 / sqft
House
Property details
About 557 Wayne Ave S
Once in a Century Opportunity! Step into timeless elegance with this extraordinary early 20th century 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence available for the first time since 1901. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated over the years, this stately home is a rare blend of historic and timeless character and modern comfort and situated in the Waynesboro coveted Tree Streets Historic District. Situated on a 0.31-acre lot, the home showcases incredible original woodworking, vintage craftsmanship with intricate trim details, and seven fireplaces, each telling its own story. Gleaming hardwood floors and oversized windows bathe the spacious interiors in natural light, while the deep covered front porch invites quiet mornings and gracious entertaining. The home is move-in ready, with tasteful updates throughout, yet it still retains its soul from the walk-up unfinished attic full of potential, to the preserved craftsmanship rarely found in today's homes. Whether you're drawn to its storied past or inspired by its future possibilities, this property is a rare chance to own a piece of living history. Don't miss your opportunity to be the next steward of this remarkable legacy. Exterior Plaque at front door does not convey.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,790 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.31 Acres
Year built1901
ParkingDetached, Garage, Off Street, On Street
MLS #665069
Garage1 space
FireplaceMasonry
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior: Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs
- Fireplace: Masonry
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Off Street, On Street
- Exterior: Metal Fence, Porch Front, Porch
- Architectural Style: Georgian
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $553,900
- Price/SqFt: $146
- Directions: From Main Street turn onto Wayne Avenue and property will be on your right
- Year Built: 1901
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,790 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.31 Acres
- MLS Number: 665069
- MLS Name: CharlottesvilleVA
- Office Name: Kline May Realty
- Office Phone: (540) 437-3500
- Office Email: rebecca.funkhouser@klinemay.com
- Listing Agent: Debbie Knupp
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Nearby schools
4
Berkeley Glenn Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1020 Jefferson Ave
4
Wenonah Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•125 N Bayard Ave
4
Westwood Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•548 Rosser Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,457. The most common annual income of people living in Waynesboro, VA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Hiking/backpacking
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Nordstrom Rack
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Chipotle
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Oldsmobile
Mazda
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Rock
Classical
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Frequently asked questions
About 557 Wayne Ave S
The listing price of 557 Wayne Ave S property is $553,900.
The property 557 Wayne Ave S is a house located in Waynesboro, Virginia, 22980.
Active Listing: 557 Wayne Ave S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 557 Wayne Ave S are: Berkeley Glenn Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wenonah Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Westwood Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kate Collins Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Stuarts Draft Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wilson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Waynesboro High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Wilson Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Stuarts Draft High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 557 Wayne Ave S has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 557 Wayne Ave S is 3,790 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 557 Wayne Ave S is 1901.
This home is located at 557 Wayne Ave S in Waynesboro, VA and zip code 22980. This 3,790 square foot home, which was built in 1901, sits on a 0.31 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $553,900.
Over 20 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Waynesboro, VA. In the same period over 20 listings were sold below the listed price and 13 listings were sold for the listed price. In May 2025 in Waynesboro, VA there were 3.6% less homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 49 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $307,153 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.