$720,000

1807 Big Island Hwy Bedford, VA 24523

Estimated payment $4,205/month

Total Views 803,833
4 Beds
2 Baths
4,398 Sq Ft
$164 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • No HOA
  • Balcony
  • 9 Fireplaces
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Views

About This Home

Own a piece of Bedford County History! With historical connections to Avenel, Fancy Farm + more, this home comes with a LOT of associated literature. Entering into the classic English basement, you'll find lovely flooring, a nice remodeled kitchen, separate DR + private en suite w remodeled tile bath, walk in shower. The 2nd floor has a wrap porch, LR, large BR + office. 3rd floor has 2 lg BRs + lg bath w claw foot tub, walk in shower, laundry, dual vanity. Each floor has 3 FPs w completely rebuilt fireboxes, all plumbed for gas logs. HVAC is a geothermal + electric heat pump w back up propane. The home has been through an extensive historic renovation using tax credits. It is ready for the second round of rehab, particularly on the porches + exterior. 8 mile views of Blue Ridge Mtns.

Listing Agent

Wendy Witt

WENDY WITT REALTY CO License #0225081001

WENDY WITT REALTY CO

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,332

Year Built

  • Built in 1828

Lot Details

  • 10.5 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Bookcases
  • 9 Fireplaces
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Bedford Elementary School
  • Liberty Middle School
  • Liberty High School

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 4

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,332

Year Built

Built in 1828

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Interior Features: Book Shelves, Indirect Lighting, Masonry Fireplace
  • Heating System: Gas - Propane, Geothermal, Heat Pump Electric
  • Type: Residential
  • Has Basement: Walkout - Full
  • Major Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave Oven (Built In), Range Gas, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Cooling System: Geothermal, Heat Pump Electric
  • Outside Features: Balcony, Covered Porch, Other - See Remarks
  • Views: Sunrise, Sunset
  • AddlCoveredPrkng: Not Applicable
  • BedroomsBREntryLevel: 1
  • BedroomsBRUpperLevel: 3
  • CondoAssocYN: No
  • EntryAboveGrdFin Sq Ft: 1664.00
  • ExteriorDoors: Wood
  • Fireplace Number Fireplaces: 9
  • FullBathsFullBathsLowerLvl: 1
  • FullBathsFullBathsUpperLvl: 1
  • Grand Total Attached S Q F T: 4398
  • Internet Access: Cable, DSL
  • LaundryLaundryUpperLevel: 1
  • LowerBelowGrdFin Sq Ft: 1664.00
  • Major Area: 06 - Bedford County
  • MasterBedroomsMasterBREntryLvl: 1
  • Hoa2 Or Poa: No
  • PrimCoveredPrking: N/A
  • Residential Type: Detached
  • Style Of House: Other - See Remarks
  • Total Above Grd Fin S Q F T: 2734
  • TotalBdrm: 4
  • TotalBths: 2.00
  • TotalFBaths: 2
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 4398.00
  • UpperAboveGrdFin Sq Ft: 1070.00
  • Water Class: N/A
  • Water Htr Energy: Geothermal
  • YardSign: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement YN: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Porch: Front Porch, Side Porch

Utilities

  • Sewer Description: Private Septic
  • Water Description: Public Water
  • Water Heater Type: Tank-less

Association/Amenities

  • Misc Features: Cable TV, Horses Permitted, Paved Road

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bedford
  • Middle School: Liberty Middle
  • High School: Liberty High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Views
  • Property Group Id: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Total Acreage: 10.50
  • Lot: 1

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1828

Tax Info

  • Taxes (6 mo): 2332.00
  • FILLTAXID: 111-4-1B-111-4-1E

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bedford
  • HighSchool: Liberty High
  • Middle School: Liberty Middle

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $531 $129,600 $100,200 $29,400
2023 $531 $64,800 $0 $0
2022 $1,018 $101,800 $0 $0
2021 $1,018 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2020 $1,018 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2019 $1,018 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2018 $1,059 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2017 $1,059 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2016 $1,059 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2015 $1,059 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
2014 $1,059 $203,600 $80,200 $123,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Price Changed $720,000 -1.4% $164 / Sq Ft
12/04/2024 12/04/24 For Sale $730,000 0.0% $166 / Sq Ft
11/30/2024 11/30/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
07/09/2024 07/09/24 For Sale $730,000 0.0% $166 / Sq Ft
05/31/2024 05/31/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
05/23/2024 05/23/24 Price Changed $730,000 -2.7% $166 / Sq Ft
11/28/2023 11/28/23 For Sale $750,000 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS®

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $498,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $110,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $12,750 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $135,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $212,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $250,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 903483

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11111800