$565,000

260 N Main St Amherst, VA 24521

Estimated payment $3,152/month

Total Views 10,097
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,286 Sq Ft
$172 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Mud Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

Welcome to this rare 225-year-old historic gem, built circa 1800, where timeless elegance meets modern convenience. Nestled in the heart of the Town of Amherst, this beautifully preserved farm house style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and over 3000 sq ft of living space on a 1 acre lot. From hardwood and heart pine floors to original fireplaces & mantels every corner of this home tells a story. Yet, you'll find thoughtful upgrades throughout including a renovated kitchen, updated electrical and plumbing, and efficient heating/cooling systems that make this home as comfortable as it is captivating. This home is perfect for lovers of history /architecture and buyers seeking a unique forever home. Homes like this rarely come on the market! Don't miss your chance to own a piece of early American history.

Listing Agent

Christy Johnson

Four Rivers Realty Group, Inc. License #0225074748 Listed on: 08/19/2025

Co-Listing Agent

KENNETH CRAWFORD

Four Rivers Realty Group, Inc. License #0225041289

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,119

Year Built

  • Built in 1800

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,286 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sump Pump
  • Attic Access Panel

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Pine Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Schools

  • Amherst Elementary School
  • Amherst Midl Middle School
  • Amherst High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 96A4-A-198

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,119

Year Built

Built in 1800

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • BuildingOnProperty: Other
  • Directions: N Main Street to property on right. Look for sign. Driveway is behind house off of Glenway Drive.
  • Internet Providers: Comcast/Xfinity
  • Days On Market: Yes
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1800
  • Detached Garage: 2 Car
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Foyer Area: 171.000000
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 314
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3286.00
  • Architectural Style: Farm House
  • Laundryroom Dim: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Office Dim: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Display: 3 (2 1)
  • Broker Approved: Yes
  • Reciprocal Listing: No
  • Has Attic: Access
  • Has Basement: Sump Pump, Other
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Pine
  • Family Room: 18x14 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Formal Dining: 19x15 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Foyer: 19x9 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Level 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Den, Primary Bed w/Bath, Separate Dining Room
  • Dining Kitchen: 18x14 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Laundry: Dryer Connection, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Washer Connections
  • Living Room: 18x17 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Master Bedroom: 18x13 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Other Room 1: 19x14 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
  • Other Room 2: 7x6 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Porch: 40x8 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Additional Room 1 Description: Game/Rec Room
  • Additional Room 2 Description: mudroom
  • Sun Room: 14x12 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range-Elec, Refrigerator
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: 3 Fireplaces, Decorative/Non-Op
  • Stories: Two
  • Third Bedroom: 18x17 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
  • Second Bedroom: 17x12 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
  • Room Family Room Area: 252.000000
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 306.000000
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 234.000000
  • Room Kitchen Area: 252.000000
  • Room Living Room Area: 306.000000
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 204.000000
  • MasterBedroomDimensions Dim: 18.000 x 13.000
  • Kitchen Dim: 18.000 x 14.000
  • Sunroom Dim: 14.000 x 12.000
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 13.000

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • New Construction: Completed
  • Exterior Features: Off-Street Parking, Patio, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Landscaped
  • Patio: 22x18 Level: Level 1 Above Grade

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Area: 864.000000
  • Garage Dim: 36.000 x 24.000
  • GarageLen: 36.000
  • GarageWid: 24.000
  • Garage Description: Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Utilities

  • Utility Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Sewer: City
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Two-Zone
  • Water Source: City

Schools

  • Elementary School: Amherst Elem
  • High School: Amherst High
  • Middle School: Amherst Midl
  • Junior High Dist: Amherst

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0030
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43691.00
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 96A4-A-198

Rental Info

  • Sub Lease: No
  • Sub Lease Expiration Date: 1800-01-01T00:00:00.000-05:00

Tax Info

  • Estimated Taxes: 2119

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

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Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $2,119 $347,400 $35,000 $312,400
2024 $2,119 $347,400 $35,000 $312,400
2023 $2,119 $253,600 $35,000 $218,600
2022 $1,547 $253,600 $35,000 $218,600
2021 $1,547 $253,600 $35,000 $218,600
2020 $1,547 $253,600 $35,000 $218,600
2019 $1,417 $232,300 $41,000 $191,300
2018 $1,417 $232,300 $41,000 $191,300
2017 $1,417 $232,300 $41,000 $191,300
2016 $1,417 $232,300 $41,000 $191,300
2015 $650 $232,300 $41,000 $191,300
2014 $1,301 $232,300 $41,000 $191,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/05/2025 11/05/25 For Sale $565,000 +22.8% $179 / Sq Ft
02/17/2023 02/17/23 Sold $460,000 +2.2% $145 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/27/2023 01/27/23 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2023 01/24/23 For Sale $449,900 +274.9% $142 / Sq Ft
10/16/2015 10/16/15 Sold $120,000 -19.9% $38 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/16/2015 10/16/15 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2015 06/09/15 For Sale $149,900 -- $47 / Sq Ft
Source: Lynchburg Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $460,000 --
Deed $98,000 Bruce K Tyler Pc
Special Warranty Deed $122,000 Attorney
Trustee Deed $125,550 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $120,000 Central Virginia Stlmnt Svcs
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $375,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $144,052 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Lynchburg Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 361344

APN: 96A4-A-198

Virginia Amherst County Amherst 24521

260 N Main St, Amherst, VA

For Sale

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