Last Sold Price
3 beds1,938 sqft$175/sqft
1553 Old Stage Rd, Amherst, VA 24521

Description

Just 20 minutes from Liberty University and a stone throw from Sweet Briar, this beautiful brick ranch in Amherst sits on a lovely large lot with mountain views. Appreciate the updates galore including roof and windows replaced in 2018, New HVAC with Air Scrubber, generator, solar panels, updated master bath. A partially finished basement with a room used as a 4th bedroom and a separate office and full bath allow for even more room to grow and expand. Outside, the peaceful setting also boast a playset,...Just 20 minutes from Liberty University and a stone throw from Sweet Briar, this beautiful brick ranch in Amherst sits on a lovely large lot with mountain views. Appreciate the updates galore including roof and windows replaced in 2018, New HVAC with Air Scrubber, generator, solar panels, updated master bath. A partially finished basement with a room used as a 4th bedroom and a separate office and full bath allow for even more room to grow and expand. Outside, the peaceful setting also boast a playset, rain barrels, huge detached garage/workshop with attached indoor/outdoor dog kennels. The overhangs on each side would make great chicken coops or greenhouses with a little ingenuity and a huge space for a garden is just calling your homestead just outside of the city dreams!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/21/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1553 Old Stage Road

MLS #
357873
Days on Market
129
Taxes
$705 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1975
Lot Size
1.35 AC / 58,806 SF
Zoning
Ag
Styles
Ranch
Directions
501 South to 29 to Stage Rd to E Sweet Briar Dr to Old Stage. Home on left.

Location

Listing Courtesy of KW Metro Center, Kristen Massie

Sold By Elite Realty, Ethan Chase

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Building Information for 1553 Old Stage Road

Stories1Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size1.35 AC / 58,806 SF

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$1,787 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,728

Property Taxes

$59

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1553 Old Stage Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County/City: Amherst
  • State: VA
  • ZIP: 24521
  • Area: Amherst
  • Longitude: .00
  • Latitude: .00
  • City/Town: Amherst
Taxes and HOA
  • Estimated Taxes: $705.00
  • Association: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
School Information
  • School District: Amherst
Parking
  • Garage Area: .00
  • Garage Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Garage Length: .00
  • Garage Width: .00
  • Carport Area: .00
  • Carport Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Carport Length: .00
  • Carport Width: .00
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 1.35
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Size Source: (Public Records)
  • Lot Square Footage: 58806.0
  • Square Footage: 1938.0
  • Above Grade Fin SqFt: 1938.0
  • Est Fin SqFt BelGrde: 0.0
  • Est Fin SqFt Level 3: 0.0
  • Est Fin SqFt Level 2: 0.0
  • Est Fin SqFt Level 1: 1938.0
  • Est UnFin SqFt Total: 1484.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Age: 0
  • FIPS Code: 9
  • Legal Description: SOUTH EAST OF AMHERST
  • Building on Property: Other
  • Construction Status: Completed
  • Property Disclaimer: All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed
  • Allow Auto Estimate: No
  • Allow Reviews: No
  • Validated: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Water: Well
  • Utility - Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: One
  • Porch: 5x12 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Patio: 10x16 Level: Below Grade
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Front Porch, Circular Drive, Garden Space, Landscaped, Secluded Lot, Insulated Glass, Satellite Dish, Mountain Views, Club House Nearby, Golf Nearby
  • Exterior Finish (AG): Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Attach Doc to DocBox: Disclosure, Lead Based Paint
  • ScreenedPorch Area: 0.0
  • ScreenedPorch Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • ScreenedPorch Length: 0.0
  • ScreenedPorch Width: 0.0
  • Patio Area: 160.0
  • Porch Area: 60.0
  • Foyer Area: 0.0
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: 2 Fireplaces, Gas Log, Leased Propane Tank, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
  • Heating System: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Cable Connections, Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, High Speed Data Aval, Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Den, Primary Bed w/Bath, Rods, Separate Dining Room, Smoke Alarm
  • Internet Providers: Other
  • Laundry: Basement, Dryer Connection, Washer Connections
  • Limited Services: No
  • Attic: Access
  • Basement: Exterior Entrance, Fireplace, Interior Entrance, Walkout, Workshop
  • Den: 13x15 Level: Below Grade
  • Air Conditioning: Heat Pump
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Display: 3 (3 0)
  • Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0
  • Appliance/Convey: Dishwasher, Dryer, Generator, Microwave, Range-Elec, Refrigerator, Washer
Room Information
Additional Room Information
  • 2nd Bedroom: 11x12 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • 2ndBedroom Area: 132.0
  • 2ndBedroom Dimensions: 11.000 x 12.000
  • 2ndBedroom Length: 11.0
  • 2ndBedroom Width: 12.0
  • 3rd Bedroom: 10x10 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • 3rdBedroom Area: 100.0
  • 3rdBedroom Dimensions: 10.000 x 10.000
  • 3rdBedroom Length: 10.0
  • 3rdBedroom Width: 10.0
  • 4thBedroom Area: 0.0
  • 4thBedroom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • 4thBedroom Length: 0.0
  • 4thBedroom Width: 0.0
  • 5thBedroom Area: 0.0
  • 5thBedroom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • 5thBedroom Length: 0.0
  • 5thBedroom Width: 0.0
  • 6thBedroom Area: 0.0
  • 6thBedroom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • 6thBedroom Length: 0.0
  • 6thBedroom Width: 0.0
  • Sun Room: 12x23 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Kitchen: 12x13 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Living Room: 14x14 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Formal Dining: 11x11 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • RecRoom Area: 0.0
  • RecRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • RecRoom Length: 0.0
  • RecRoom Width: 0.0
  • Family Room: 17x17 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • FamilyRoom Area: 289.0
  • FamilyRoom Dimensions: 17.000 x 17.000
  • FamilyRoom Length: 17.0
  • FamilyRoom Width: 17.0
  • GreatRoom Area: 0.0
  • GreatRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • GreatRoom Length: 0.0
  • GreatRoom Width: 0.0
  • OtherRoom1 Area: 0.0
  • OtherRoom1 Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • OtherRoom1 Length: 0.0
  • OtherRoom1 Width: 0.0
  • OtherRoom2 Area: 0.0
  • OtherRoom2 Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • OtherRoom2 Length: 0.0
  • OtherRoom2 Width: 0.0
  • OtherRoom3 Area: 0.0
  • OtherRoom3 Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • OtherRoom3 Length: 0.0
  • OtherRoom3 Width: 0.0
  • Office Area: 0.0
  • Office Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Office Length: 0.0
  • Office Width: 0.0
Breakfast Room Information
  • BreakfastArea Area: 0.0
  • BreakfastArea Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • BreakfastArea Length: 0.0
  • BreakfastArea Width: 0.0
Master Bedroom Information
  • MasterBedroom Area: 195.0
  • MasterBedroom Dimensions: 13.000 x 15.000
  • MasterBedroom Length: 13.0
  • MasterBedroom Width: 15.0
Bathrooms Information
  • Full Bath BelowGrade: 1
  • Full Bath Level 1: 2
  • Full Bath Level 2: 0
  • Full Bath Level 3: 0
  • Half Bath BelowGrade: 0
  • Half Bath Level 1: 0
  • Half Bath Level 2: 0
  • Half Bath Level 3: 0
Dining Room
  • FormalDining Area: 121.0
  • FormalDining Dimensions: 11.000 x 11.000
  • FormalDining Length: 11.0
  • FormalDining Width: 11.0
Sun Room
  • SunRoom Area: 276.0
  • SunRoom Dimensions: 12.000 x 23.000
  • SunRoom Length: 12.0
  • SunRoom Width: 23.0
Laundry Room
  • LaundryRoom Area: 0.0
  • LaundryRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • LaundryRoom Length: 0.0
  • LaundryRoom Width: 0.0
Kitchen Room
  • Kitchen Area: 156.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12.000 x 13.000
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • LivingRoom Area: 196.0
  • LivingRoom Dimensions: 14.000 x 14.000
  • LivingRoom Length: 14.0
  • LivingRoom Width: 14.0

Property History for 1553 Old Stage Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1912174703

$340,000

+7.1% / yr

Aug 21, 2025

Sold

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #357873

$340,000
Jul 27, 2025

Pending

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #357873

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1912174703

$340,000

+7.1% / yr

08/21/2025

Sold

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #357873

$340,000
07/27/2025

Pending

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #357873

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1553 Old Stage Road

Taxable ValueLand$29,300Additions$202,000Total$231,300
Tax Record2026$1,980 ($165 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,664 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,664 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,664 SqFtStories1Lot Size58,806 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975Year Renovated1990ZoningA1CountyAMHERSTAPN110 A 80

Schools near 1553 Old Stage Road

This home is within Amherst County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Amherst Middle School
Public6 to 8

Amherst County High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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