$3,995,000
PENDING

5511 Free Union Rd Free Union, VA 22940

Estimated payment $23,720/month

Total Views 7,756
6 Beds
6.5 Baths
6,480 Sq Ft
$617 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Property is near a lake
  • Private Lot
  • Ivy Elementary School Rated A-
  • 53.77 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

Grey Oaks is a magnificent 53-acre estate in Free Union, offering total privacy and stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Rolling meadows, mature oaks, tranquil streams, and two ponds?one stocked?create a breathtaking landscape. The custom-built residence by Shelter Associates boasts six bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths, and superb craftsmanship. A soaring great room with exposed beams and a fireplace anchors the home, complemented by a chef?s kitchen, elegant dining and breakfast rooms, and a cozy paneled den. The light-filled primary suite enjoys a private wing with his & her bathroom, while a separate three-bedroom guest/in-law retreat features a full kitchen, dining area, and loft-style family room with a fireplace. Extensive porches, a three-bay garage, an 1,800 sq. ft. barn, and no conservation easement enhance the property?s appeal. Walking trails, a charming creekside bridge, and raised garden beds complete this extraordinary offering. Only 15 miles NW of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia.,Granite Counter,White Cabinets,Wood Counter,Fireplace in Family Room,Fireplace in Great Room

Listing Agent

COURT NEXSEN

MCLEAN FAULCONER INC., REALTOR License #0225245746[104877] Listed on: 04/21/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,226

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 53.77 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned RA, Rural Area

Property Views

  • Water
  • Pasture
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Metal Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Utility Room
  • Home Security System

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near a lake
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Henley Middle School
  • Western Albemarle High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by SHELTER ASSOCIATES
  • Grey Oaks Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,226

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Building Total Sq Ft: 9080.00
  • Exclusions: Greenhouse to go with Seller (sentimental, built by Seller & Family)
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Remarks Public: Grey Oaks is a magnificent 53-acre estate in Free Union, offering total privacy and stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Rolling meadows, mature oaks, tranquil streams, and two ponds?one stocked?create a breathtaking landscape. The custom-built residence by Shelter Associates boasts six bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths, and superb craftsmanship. A soaring great room with exposed beams and a fireplace anchors the home, complemented by a chef?s kitchen, elegant dining and breakfast rooms, and a cozy paneled den. The light-filled primary suite enjoys a private wing with his & her bathroom, while a separate three-bedroom guest/in-law retreat features a full kitchen, dining area, and loft-style family room with a fireplace. Extensive porches, a three-bay garage, an 1,800� sq. ft. barn, and no conservation easement enhance the property?s appeal. Walking trails, a charming creekside bridge, and raised garden beds complete this extraordinary offering. Only 15 miles NW of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia.,Granite Counter,White Cabinets,Wood Counter,Fireplace in Family Room,Fireplace in Great Room
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
  • Interior Amenities: Entry Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Stone
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Dining Room, Kitchen, Den, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Utility Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 8180
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 6480
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 762.26
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5241
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1239
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1700
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 2939
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5511

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Stone, Hardiplank Type
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain, Pasture, Water
  • Water Body Type: Lake
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Exists
  • Water Source: Well
  • Internet Services: Fiber Optic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Middle School: HENLEY
  • High School: WESTERN ALBEMARLE
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121141540441
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: WESTERN ALBEMARLE
  • Middle Or Junior School: HENLEY

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Sloping, Open, Private, Secluded
  • Lot Size Acres: 53.77
  • Zoning: RA
  • Zoning Description: Rural Area

Building Info

  • Builder Name: SHELTER ASSOCIATES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 29225.75
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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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 $28,576 $3,468,000 $468,900 $2,999,100
2024 $25,766 $3,245,700 $441,100 $2,804,600
2023 $24,564 $3,145,100 $517,300 $2,627,800
2022 $20,737 $2,763,200 $517,300 $2,245,900
2021 $19,078 $2,570,600 $517,300 $2,053,300
2020 $19,393 $2,622,500 $480,000 $2,142,500
2019 $18,931 $2,568,200 $480,000 $2,088,200
2018 $17,184 $2,356,400 $432,000 $1,924,400
2017 $17,249 $2,319,000 $359,500 $1,959,500
2016 $16,517 $1,968,700 $126,500 $1,842,200
2015 $16,361 $1,997,700 $127,500 $1,870,200
2014 -- $1,996,800 $127,500 $1,869,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2025 09/01/25 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2025 04/21/25 For Sale $3,995,000 +11.0% $617 / Sq Ft
02/01/2023 02/01/23 Sold $3,600,000 -9.2% $556 / Sq Ft
11/13/2022 11/13/22 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2022 03/08/22 Price Changed $3,965,000 -4.8% $612 / Sq Ft
12/27/2021 12/27/21 For Sale $4,165,000 0.0% $643 / Sq Ft
11/14/2021 11/14/21 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2021 05/21/21 For Sale $4,165,000 -- $643 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,800,000 Old Republic National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,500,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 663501

Bright MLS

APN: 01700-00-00-025B0