261 Blue Ridge Lane

Closed / Sold 7/10/26Virtual Tour

Last Sold Price

$450,000

3 beds4 baths3,119 sqft$144/sqft

261 Blue Ridge Ln, Amherst, VA 24521

Description

Welcome to Blue Ridge Lane in Amherst, where convenience and charm come together in a prime in-town location. Enjoy sidewalks that lead you throughout town to local restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences. Nestled on over an acre, this inviting Cape Cod offers a private backyard retreat with mature trees and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, a dedicated office or flex space that could easily serve as a 4th bedroom, hardwood floors throughout...Welcome to Blue Ridge Lane in Amherst, where convenience and charm come together in a prime in-town location. Enjoy sidewalks that lead you throughout town to local restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences. Nestled on over an acre, this inviting Cape Cod offers a private backyard retreat with mature trees and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, a dedicated office or flex space that could easily serve as a 4th bedroom, hardwood floors throughout the main level, a spacious living room with fireplace, and room for a large formal dining table. The main level also features laundry, pantry space, and an additional flex room. Downstairs offers more room to spread out with a recreation room, exercise space, and an additional living area. Relax on the covered front porch (Trex 2025) with your morning coffee or spend evenings unwinding on the back deck(replaced 2024). Additional updates include new heat pumps & no-clog gutter guards.

LISTING CLOSED: 07/10/2026 12:00 AM

Listed by Christina Holmes • Keller Williams

Property Details for 261 Blue Ridge Lane

Status

Closed / Sold

MLS #

366488

Days on Market

Taxes

$2,718 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Single Family Residence

Year Built

1999

Lot Size

1.22 AC / 53,143 SF

County

Amherst County

Zoning

Styles

Cape Cod

Directions

From the traffic circle in the town of Amherst, head north main st, turn left onto Blue Ridge Ln and property is on the left

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams, Christina Holmes

Sold By Keller Williams, Mason Thomas

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Building Information for 261 Blue Ridge Lane

Stories2Year Built1999Building Size-Lot Size1.22 AC / 53,143 SF

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$2,514 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,287

Property Taxes

$227

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Property Information for 261 Blue Ridge Lane

Summary

Location and General Information

County/City: Amherst
State: VA

ZIP: 24521
Area: Amherst
Longitude: .00
Latitude: .00
City/Town: Amherst

Taxes and HOA

Tax Map/Parcel ID: 96A2-9-5
Estimated Taxes: $2,718.00

Association: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Association Fee: None

School Information

Elementary School: Amherst Elem
High School: Amherst High

Middle School: Amherst Midl
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: 1.22
Lot Measurement: Acres

Lot Size Source: (Public Records)
Lot Square Footage: 53143.0
Square Footage: 3119.0
Above Grade Fin SqFt: 2100.0
Est Fin SqFt BelGrde: 1019.0
Est Fin SqFt Level 3: 0.0
Est Fin SqFt Level 2: 812.0
Est Fin SqFt Level 1: 1288.0
Est UnFin SqFt Total: 223.0

Property and Assessments

Property Type: Residential
Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence

Year Built: 1999
Age: 0
Financing: Conventional
FIPS Code: 9
Legal Description: LOT 5 SEC 2 MCCARTHY SUBDIVISION 96A2 9 5
Building on Property: Storage Building
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: County
Utility - Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Stories: Two
Roof: Shingle

Exterior Features: Paved Drive, Landscaped, Secluded Lot
Exterior Finish (AG): Brick, Vinyl Siding
Attach Doc to DocBox: Disclosure
ScreenedPorch Area: 0.0
ScreenedPorch Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
ScreenedPorch Length: 0.0
ScreenedPorch Width: 0.0
Patio Area: 0.0
Porch Area: 0.0
Foyer Area: 0.0

Interior Features

Fireplace: 1 Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Heating System: Heat Pump, Two-Zone
Interior Features: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), Great Room, High Speed Data Aval, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Pantry, Separate Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Internet Providers: Comcast/Xfinity, Verizon
Laundry: Dryer Connection, Main Level, Separate Laundry Rm., Washer Connections
Limited Services: No
Attic: Access
Basement: Exterior Entrance, Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Entrance, Walkout
Air Conditioning: Heat Pump, Two-Zone
Bathrooms: 4.00
Bathrooms Display: 4 (3 1)
Quarter Bathrooms: 0
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
Bedrooms: 3
Possible Bedrooms: 0
Appliance/Convey: Dishwasher, Range-Elec, Refrigerator

Room Information

Additional Room Information

2nd Bedroom: 14x20 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
2ndBedroom Area: 280.0

2ndBedroom Dimensions: 14.000 x 20.000
2ndBedroom Length: 14.0
2ndBedroom Width: 20.0
3rd Bedroom: 12x13 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
3rdBedroom Area: 156.0
3rdBedroom Dimensions: 12.000 x 13.000
3rdBedroom Length: 12.0
3rdBedroom Width: 13.0
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
Other Room 1: 36x14 Level: Below Grade
Kitchen: 11x11 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Laundry Room: 8x8 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Living Room: 14x14 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Formal Dining: 14x11 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Rec Room: 13x26 Level: Below Grade
RecRoom Area: 338.0
RecRoom Dimensions: 13.000 x 26.000
RecRoom Length: 13.0
RecRoom Width: 26.0
FamilyRoom Area: 0.0
FamilyRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
FamilyRoom Length: 0.0
FamilyRoom Width: 0.0
GreatRoom Area: 0.0
GreatRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
GreatRoom Length: 0.0
GreatRoom Width: 0.0
OtherRoom1 Area: 504.0
OtherRoom1 Dimensions: 36.000 x 14.000
OtherRoom1 Length: 36.0
OtherRoom1 Width: 14.0
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: 168.0
Office Dimensions: 12.000 x 14.000
Office Length: 12.0
Office Width: 14.0

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: 210.0
MasterBedroom Dimensions: 15.000 x 14.000

MasterBedroom Length: 15.0
MasterBedroom Width: 14.0

Bathrooms Information

Full Bath BelowGrade: 1
Full Bath Level 1: 1

Full Bath Level 2: 1
Full Bath Level 3: 0
Half Bath BelowGrade: 0
Half Bath Level 1: 1
Half Bath Level 2: 0
Half Bath Level 3: 0

Dining Room

FormalDining Area: 154.0
FormalDining Dimensions: 14.000 x 11.000

FormalDining Length: 14.0
FormalDining Width: 11.0

Sun Room

SunRoom Area: 0.0
SunRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000

SunRoom Length: 0.0
SunRoom Width: 0.0

Laundry Room

LaundryRoom Area: 64.0
LaundryRoom Dimensions: 8.000 x 8.000

LaundryRoom Length: 8.0
LaundryRoom Width: 8.0

Kitchen Room

Kitchen Area: 121.0
Kitchen Dimensions: 11.000 x 11.000

Kitchen Length: 11.0
Kitchen Width: 11.0

Living Room

LivingRoom Area: 196.0
LivingRoom Dimensions: 14.000 x 14.000

LivingRoom Length: 14.0
LivingRoom Width: 14.0

Property History for 261 Blue Ridge Lane

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 10, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1944996374	$450,000	+7.8% / yr
Jul 10, 2026	Sold Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #366488	$450,000	—
May 22, 2026	Pending Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #366488		—
May 11, 2026	Listed (Active) Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #366488	$459,900	—
Dec 12, 2019	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1351734064	$275,000	—
Nov 21, 2014	Expired Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #285046		—
Sep 30, 2014	Expired CAAR #520770	$259,900	—
May 4, 2014	Listed (Active) CAAR #520770	$269,900	—
May 4, 2014	Listed (Active) Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #285046	$259,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/10/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1944996374	$450,000 +7.8% / yr
07/10/2026	Sold Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #366488	$450,000
05/22/2026	Pending Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #366488	—
05/11/2026	Listed (Active) Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #366488	$459,900
12/12/2019	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1351734064	$275,000
11/21/2014	Expired Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #285046	—
09/30/2014	Expired CAAR #520770	$259,900
05/04/2014	Listed (Active) CAAR #520770	$269,900
05/04/2014	Listed (Active) Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #285046	$259,900

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

Public Records for 261 Blue Ridge Lane

Taxable ValueLand$28,600Additions$225,200Total$253,800

Tax Record2026$2,537 ($211 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,088 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,088 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,392 SqFtStories1Lot Size53,143 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1999Year Renovated2008ZoningR1CountyAMHERSTAPN96A2 9 5

Schools near 261 Blue Ridge Lane

This home is within Amherst County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Amherst Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.8 mi
6/10	Amherst Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.1 mi
3/10	Amherst County High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.2 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Amherst Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.8 mi
6/10	Amherst Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.1 mi
3/10	Amherst County High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.2 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 261 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$450,000	3	4	3,119	53,143
267 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	4.5	3,289	732,636
251 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$254,000	3	2	2,437	75,359
275 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$255,000	3	3	2,260	33,367
243 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	3.5	2,016	64,948
264 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	2	1,914	40,337
270 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	2	1,689	55,321
233 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	3.5	2,016	67,474
102 Lake Drive, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	1.5	1,496	58,762
280 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	–	3	2	1,810	122,665
279 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$328,000	3	4	2,240	84,942
222 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$260,000	3	2.5	2,280	32,322
316 Ridge Drive, Amherst, VA 24521	$157,000	6	3	3,540	49,746
225 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$40,000	4	3.5	2,300	56,454
108 Lake Drive, Amherst, VA 24521	$112,000	3	2	2,563	54,886
214 Blue Ridge Lane, Amherst, VA 24521	$205,500	3	2	1,334	37,897

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