687 Gidsville Rd

Amherst, VA 24521

$309,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,687 Sq. Ft.
$183 / Sq. Ft.
1,687
Sq. Ft.
$183
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 10/20/25
Closed 10/20/25
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Description

Welcome to this timeless farmhouse nestled on nearly 5 acres along one of Amherst County's most scenic drives. Just 12 minutes from town and surrounded by nature, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath charmer has been lovingly owned by the same family for 50 years. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the coveted front porch, mountain view drives, and beautifully landscaped grounds with a garden area and hot tub. The home features hardwood floors, a wood stove, updated kitchen, and two bright sunrooms. A metal roof, updated...Welcome to this timeless farmhouse nestled on nearly 5 acres along one of Amherst County's most scenic drives. Just 12 minutes from town and surrounded by nature, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath charmer has been lovingly owned by the same family for 50 years. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the coveted front porch, mountain view drives, and beautifully landscaped grounds with a garden area and hot tub. The home features hardwood floors, a wood stove, updated kitchen, and two bright sunrooms. A metal roof, updated windows, and spacious primary suite add comfort and character. Love the outdoors? You'll have access to three public lakesone just a minute away, perfect for kayaking, fishing, or swimming. A rare blend of charm, privacy, and convenience near the lake!
  1. Listed by CHRISTINA HOLMES • Brokerage DRE #0226023827 • KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY-LYNCHBURG • clcoffman@kw.com

Property Details for 687 Gidsville Road

Subdivision Name
NONE
Zoning
A1
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2025 09:32 AM

Property Details for 687 Gidsville Road

StatusClosed
MLS #665309
Days on Market99
Taxes$792 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
Lot Size4.90 AC / 213,444 SF
CountyAmherst County

Location

Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY-LYNCHBURG, CHRISTINA HOLMES

Sold By PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OF VIRGINIA LC, ERIC FLETCHER

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Building Information for 687 Gidsville Road

Stories2Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size4.90 AC / 213,444 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,593 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,527

Property Taxes

$66

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 687 Gidsville Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Town of Amherst Circle, 5.7 mi 60 Lexington Tpke, right on Lowesville Rd, left on Sandidges Rd 0.3, right on Gidsville Rd 1.5 ,destination on left.
  • Latitude: 37.689463
  • Longitude: -79.109966
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Year Built: 1950
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $792
  • Tax Legal Description: NEAR OLD BELLVUE HIGH SCHOOL
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Garage: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Temperance
  • High School: Amherst
  • Middle Or Junior School: Amherst
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1687.0
  • 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: 0.0
  • 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: 1687.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Living Area: 1687.0
  • Living Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.9
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: 38A19
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Zoning Description: A Agricultural
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticTank
  • Utilities: Other
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: StickBuilt, VinylSiding
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: FrontPorch, Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Metal, Other
Interior Features
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: HeatPump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, LuxuryVinylPlank, Vinyl
  • Heating: HeatPump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: PrimaryDownstairs
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom, Bedroom, FullBath, Kitchen, LivingRoom
  • Stories: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, GasRange, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified: No
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 687 Gidsville Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 20, 2025

Sold

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$309,000—
Oct 17, 2025

Sold

CAAR #665309

$309,000—
Oct 15, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919215875

$309,000—
Sep 25, 2025

Pending

CAAR #665309

—
Sep 15, 2025

Pending

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

—
Aug 4, 2025

Price Change

CAAR #665309

$325,000—
Jun 19, 2025

Price Change

CAAR #665309

$339,900—
Jun 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #665309

$349,900—
May 30, 2025

Price Change

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$349,900—
May 30, 2025

Price Change

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$339,900—
May 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$325,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/20/2025

Sold

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$309,000
10/17/2025

Sold

CAAR #665309

$309,000
10/15/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919215875

$309,000
09/25/2025

Pending

CAAR #665309

—
09/15/2025

Pending

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

—
08/04/2025

Price Change

CAAR #665309

$325,000
06/19/2025

Price Change

CAAR #665309

$339,900
06/02/2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #665309

$349,900
05/30/2025

Price Change

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$349,900
05/30/2025

Price Change

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$339,900
05/30/2025

Listed (Active)

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #359611

$325,000

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Public Records for 687 Gidsville Road

Taxable ValueLand$38,700Additions$91,100Total$129,800
Tax Record2024$792 ($66 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,456 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,456 SqFtStories2Lot Size213,444 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1865Year Renovated1959ZoningA1CountyAMHERSTAPN38 A 19Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 687 Gidsville Road

This home is within Amherst County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Temperance Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Amherst Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Amherst County High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Temperance 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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Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY-LYNCHBURG, CHRISTINA HOLMES

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