1790 Lambs Rd

Charlottesville, VA 22901

$5,750,000
Price
4
Beds
4,552 Sq. Ft.
$1,263 / Sq. Ft.
4,552
Sq. Ft.
$1,263
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Situated just outside Charlottesville, Shack Mountain is a historic masterpiece designed by Fiske Kimball, founder of UVA’s School of Architecture. Built in 1935–36, the home pays tribute to Thomas Jefferson’s architectural legacy, modeled after Jefferson’s design for Farmington. A stunning example of Colonial Revival style, the residence features a Tuscan portico, triple-hung windows, Chinese Chippendale balustrades, and interiors inspired by Pavilion IX at UVA. Listed as a National Historic Landmark,...Situated just outside Charlottesville, Shack Mountain is a historic masterpiece designed by Fiske Kimball, founder of UVA’s School of Architecture. Built in 1935–36, the home pays tribute to Thomas Jefferson’s architectural legacy, modeled after Jefferson’s design for Farmington. A stunning example of Colonial Revival style, the residence features a Tuscan portico, triple-hung windows, Chinese Chippendale balustrades, and interiors inspired by Pavilion IX at UVA. Listed as a National Historic Landmark, Shack Mountain blends historical integrity with modern livability. Set on 102 acres, the property offers exceptional privacy, with mature trees, open meadows, extensive gardens, and expansive views. A private trail system loops through the landscape and leads to the Rivanna River, ideal for walking or peaceful enjoyment of the natural surroundings. Adjacent to the protected Ivy Creek Natural Area, the land offers added seclusion and lasting conservation. Just minutes from Charlottesville, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Virginia’s architectural and cultural history.
  1. Listed by ANN HAY HARDY • Brokerage DRE #226012062 • FRANK HARDY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
    P: (202)-297-0228 C: (202)-297-0228 ahhardy@frankhardy.com

Property Details for 1790 Lambs Road

Architectural Style
Mansion
Subdivision Name
NONE
View
Garden, Mountains, Rural
View
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 08/03/2025 01:37 PM

Property Details for 1790 Lambs Road

StatusActive
MLS #664419
Days on Market227
Taxes$12,722 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1937
Lot Size102.75 AC / 4,475,790 SF
CountyAlbemarle County

Location

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Building Information for 1790 Lambs Road

Stories1Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size102.75 AC / 4,475,790 SF

Payment Calculator

$29,473 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$28,413

Property Taxes

$1,060

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1790 Lambs Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hydraulic Road to west on Lambs Road at Albemarle High School to property on right.
  • Latitude: 38.092197
  • Longitude: -78.501133
  • Topography: Bottomland,Rolling
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Year Built: 1937
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $12,722
  • Tax Legal Description: Parcel IDs 44-35,35A & 45-7A.
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Electricity, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, HeatedGarage, GarageFacesSide
School Information
  • Elementary School: Greer
  • High School: Albemarle
  • Middle Or Junior School: Journey
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1966.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1156.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Building Area Total: 4552.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Living Area: 4552.0
  • Living Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Lot Features: ConservationArea, Garden, Landscaped, OpenLot, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 102.75
Property and Assessments
  • Disclaimer: The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed, as well as participants of Bright MLS via the CAAR/Bright MLS data share.
  • Disclosures: SellerDisclosure
  • New Construction: No
  • Parcel Number: 44-35,35A & 45-7A
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: UpdatedRemodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Zoning Description: R Residential
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: SepticTank
  • Utilities: CableAvailable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Stream
  • Construction Materials: Brick, StickBuilt
  • Exclusions: Wrought iron gate at patio hedge, paintings, and all free standing lamps.
  • Fireplace Features: One, WoodBurning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, FrontPorch, Porch, SidePorch, Stone
  • Pool Features: Pool, Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Copper
  • Security Features: SecuritySystem, CarbonMonoxideDetectors, SmokeDetectors
Interior Features
  • Basement: ExteriorEntry, Full, Finished, InteriorEntry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: CentralAir, HeatPump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Heating: Central, Geothermal, HeatPump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: PrimaryDownstairs, Remodeled, EntranceFoyer, HomeOffice
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom, BonusRoom, Bedroom, DiningRoom, FamilyRoom, FullBath, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, Office
  • Stories: 1
  • Appliances: ConvectionOven, Dishwasher, Disposal, GasRange, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, WaterSoftener, Washer
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified: No
Room 1
  • Room Type: BonusRoom
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 3
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 4
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Room 9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
Room 10
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Office
Room 11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 12
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
Room 13
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: FamilyRoom
Room 14
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Room 15
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Foyer
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 1790 Lambs Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #664419

$5,750,000—
Sep 5, 2014

Sold

CAAR #483855

$2,600,000—
Dec 30, 2010

Listed (Active)

CAAR #483855

$4,445,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/11/2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #664419

$5,750,000
09/05/2014

Sold

CAAR #483855

$2,600,000
12/30/2010

Listed (Active)

CAAR #483855

$4,445,000

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

Public Records for 1790 Lambs Road

Taxable ValueLand$227,500Additions$1,249,500Total$1,477,000
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,122 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,966 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,156 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,149,388 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935ZoningRURAL AREASCountyALBEMARLEAPN04400-00-00-035A0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1790 Lambs Road

This home is within Albemarle County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mary Carr Greer Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Jack Jouett Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Albemarle High School
Public - 9 to 12
Albemarle County Community Public Charter School
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Mary Carr Greer Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Jack Jouett Middle School
Public6 to 8

Albemarle High School
Public9 to 12

Albemarle County Community Public Charter School
Charter6 to 8

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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More information about 1790 Lambs Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901

1790 Lambs Road is a single family home for sale in Charlottesville, VA 22901. This property was listed for sale on May 11, 2025 by FRANK HARDY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, it's currently listed at $5,750,000. It has been on the market for a total of 227 days and was last sold on September 5, 2014. This listing's school district is Albemarle County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mary Carr Greer Elementary School, Jack Jouett Middle School and Albemarle High School. 1790 Lambs Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 4,552 sqft single family home built in 1937.

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