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$749,900

929 Poor House Farm Rd Amherst, VA 24521

3 beds
4 full, 1 partial
3,908 sqft
3.0 acres
$192 / sqft
House

Property details

About 929 Poor House Farm Rd

This custom designed home is situated on 3 acres in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The home offers high quality materials thru out with 2 primary suites on the main level with full baths, a half bath, laundry room, office, kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a living room that leads out to an expansive cedar covered porch to enjoying the tranquil setting. The terrace level has a bedroom with a full bath, a den with a Murphy bed and private full bath, kitchen, the living room includes a gas log fireplace, nice covered patio, laundry room and a bonus room for future expansion. There is 400 amp service for the home which is prepped for whole house generator, Englander wood stove, Anderson windows and doors along with many more construction details. There is storage building with 200 amp service, a carport, a full hook up for an RV, two driveways one for the terrace level and one for the main level. Ideal for a multiple generational living.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump, Wood Stove
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size3,908 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size3 Acres
Year built2020
MLS #359383
Fireplace1 Fireplace, Gas Log

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Heated, Tile, Vinyl Plank, Wood
  • Interior: Apartment, Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, Free-Standing Tub, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Pantry, Smoke Alarm, Tile Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Basement, Dryer Connection, Laundry Room, Main Level, Separate Laundry Rm., Washer Connections
  • Fireplace: 1 Fireplace, Gas Log
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Exterior: Deck, Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Garden Space, Secluded Lot, Insulated Glass, Satellite Dish
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Wood Stove
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • List Price: $749,900
  • Price/SqFt: $191
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,885
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: 29 North to the Town of Amherst to 60 west to right on Baileys Saw Mill Road, bare to the left onto Poor House Farm Road to driveway on left
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 3,908 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 3 Acres
  • MLS Number: 359383
  • MLS Name: Lynchburg
  • Office Name: Montague Miller And Co.-Amher
  • Office Phone: (434) 946-5522
  • Office Email: mmcoamherst@montaguemiller.com
  • Listing Agent: Lynn L Bowling

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$309,100$1,885
2023$309,100$1,876
2022$309,100$1,885
2021$26,200$159

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Temperance Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.6 mi

1981 Lowesville Rd

5

Amherst Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.6 mi

156 Davis St

3

Central Elementary School

Public District PK-5

6.0 mi

575 Union Hill Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,583. Most Amherst, VA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • DillardsDillards
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • SubaruSubaru
  • CadillacCadillac
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 929 Poor House Farm Rd

The listing price of 929 Poor House Farm Rd property is $749,900.

The property 929 Poor House Farm Rd is a house located in Amherst, Virginia, 24521.

Active Listing: 929 Poor House Farm Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 929 Poor House Farm Rd are: Temperance Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Amherst Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Amherst Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Nelson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Monelison Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Amherst County High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Nelson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Parry Mccluer High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,885 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 929 Poor House Farm Rd has 3 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 929 Poor House Farm Rd is 3,908 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 929 Poor House Farm Rd is 2020.

This home is located at 929 Poor House Farm Rd in Amherst, VA and zip code 24521. This 3,908 square foot home, which was built in 2020, sits on a 3.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,900.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Amherst, VA there were more than 3 sold above asking price, over 2 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Amherst, VA there were 13.2% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 33 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $282,500.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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