746 Findlay Mountain Road

Sold 3/31/17
Sold 3/31/17
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Notice the native rock patio at the rear entry to 746 Findlay Mountain Road.
While away Summer evenings on the covered front porch. The view is panoramic!
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Note the "mini-split" heating and cooling. The doorway leads to the addition
A rear porch is now shared as a dining room and additional living space
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Beautiful lighting and many windows
One of three woodstoves is located in the enclosed finished rear porch.
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Plenty of room in the kitchen for an additional table and chairs
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Completely renovated with tile and quality fixtures
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Historically one of four bedrooms (no closet) this room would also accommodate study or office.
Added a couple years ago, the addition was designed as a Master Bedroom but could be used for many purposes. It has an exterior door.
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A wall of windows
Designed to be large enough to house a third full bath.
There's a large closet here too
The floors gleam in the natural light that floods the home
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Freshly cleaned and painted
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Note the exit from the addition
Shaded by large trees and boasting terraces and gardens
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About 6 acres of mature, park-like forest
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This Terrace has flooring and is a more formal outdoor entertaining space.
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Volleyball, Badminton, Croquet?
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Looking up the drive from the State Road. To the left is an approximately 5 acre pasture.
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Last Sold Price
$258,000
4 beds1,784 sqft$145/sqft
746 Findlay Mountain Rd, Shipman, VA 22971

Description

A perfect small farm, full of charm and utility with a sensitively renovated and added to country cottage as its heart. Home retains vintage cottage charm even though it has been substantially renovated with quality components throughout. Approx. 5 acres in open pasture with a southerly exposure and complemented with about 6 acres of beautiful open mature woodlands. Sweeping mountain views, vintage, useful outbuildings, and only about 5 miles to US 29 in eastern Nelson County. Gleaming hardwood floors,...A perfect small farm, full of charm and utility with a sensitively renovated and added to country cottage as its heart. Home retains vintage cottage charm even though it has been substantially renovated with quality components throughout. Approx. 5 acres in open pasture with a southerly exposure and complemented with about 6 acres of beautiful open mature woodlands. Sweeping mountain views, vintage, useful outbuildings, and only about 5 miles to US 29 in eastern Nelson County. Gleaming hardwood floors, tile bath, deluxe kitchen and a 2013 harmonious addition help create stylish and comfortable living. This property is ideal for a small farm-to-market operation. In an Ag/Forestal District.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/31/2017 01:00 AM

  1. Listed by CHARLIE WINEBERG • MOUNTAIN AREA REALTY
    C: (434) 996-7336 charlie.wineberg@nestrealty.com

Property Details for 746 Findlay Mountain Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
552216
Days on Market
138
Taxes
$1,585 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Detached
Year Built
1948
Lot Size
12.00 AC / 522,720 SF
County
Nelson County
Subdivision
NONE
Directions
To Lovingston on US 29. Take 2nd exit into Lovingston from US 29 and head South to a Left onto VSH 56-James River Road. Travel approx 4.5 M to a R on VSH 647-Findlay Mtn Road. Property about 3/4 M on R (no real estate sign. Board sign for Warwick Hall)
Water
Individual Well
Zoning
A-1 Agricultural
View
Mountain View, Pastoral View

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Median sold price

$245,500

Avg days on market

74

Sale-to-list ratio

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Building Information for 746 Findlay Mountain Road

Stories1Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size12.00 AC / 522,720 SF

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Property Information for 746 Findlay Mountain Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County/Incorporated City: Nelson
  • Lockbox Location: BACK DOOR
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Year: 14
  • Taxes: $1,584.72
  • Association: No
  • Assn Setup/Transfer Fees: $.00
  • Association(s) Fees $: $.00
  • Parcel Number: 69-A-141A
School Information
  • Elem School: Tye River
  • High School: Nelson
  • Middle School: Nelson
Parking
  • Garage AG Unfin: 0.0
  • Garage BG Unfin: 0.0
  • Garage Total AG: 0.0
  • Garage Total BG: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway or Parking: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Fenced Part, Garden Space, Horses, Oil Tank Above Ground, Private Road, Public Road, Storage Shed
  • Pasture Acreage: 5.0
  • Wood Acreage: 6.0
  • Other Acreage: 1.0
  • # of Acres: 12.0
  • Price Per SQFT: $144.62
  • Land Description: Elevated, Garden Spot, Gently Rolling, Landscaped, Open, Partly Cleared, Partly Wooded, Secluded Lot
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured Concrete
  • Above Grade Finished: 1784.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished: 0.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 816.0
  • Dependency Total BG: 0.0
  • Dependency Total AG: 0.0
Property and Assessments
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Type: Detached
  • Foreclosure: No
  • Property Included: Three woodstoves; one in the basement, a Jotul on the back family room and one in a second floor bedroom.
  • Type of Construction: On Site Built
  • Level: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1948
  • New Construction: No
  • Occupant: Owners on occaision
  • Legal Description: NELSON COUNTY INST #150002248, TAX PARCEL 69-A-141A, 12 ACRES BY SURVEY BY OLD DOMINION DATED 7/13/94
  • Road Maint: 0.0
  • Lockbox: CAAR
  • SIGN: No
  • Occupied By: Vacant
  • Agent Hit Count: 131
  • Client Hit Count: 82
  • Design: Cottage
  • Listing Services: Exclusive Right to Sell, Full Service
  • Possession: Settlement
  • Farm Features: Chicken Coop, Equipment Bldg
  • Improvements: Other Buildings
Green Features
  • Green Features: Yes
  • Green - Cooling: Ductless Mini Split
  • Green - Heating: Ductless Mini Split
Utilities
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Tank
  • Gas: Liquid Propane
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Metal - Other
  • Yard: Formal Gardens, Landscaped, Mature
  • Structure-Features: Renovated, Walk-in Closet
  • Structure-Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Structures-Deck/Porch: Patio, Porch, Porch - Front
Interior Features
  • Structure-Window/Ceiling: 9' Ceilings, Double-hung Windows, Insulated Windows
  • Fireplace: Wood Stove
  • Fireplace Location: Basement, Bedroom, Family Room
  • Air Conditioning: Heat Pump, None, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Steam, Wall
  • Kitchen Appliances/Feat: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Recessed Light, Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Cabinets/Counters: Formica Counter, Painted Cabinets
  • Electricity: Elec Above ground
  • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Stack Unit Hookup, Washer Hookup
Room Information
Additional Room Information
  • Room Types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Room Types Level 1: Bedroom (L1), Dining Room (L1), Full Bath (L1), Kitchen (L1), Living Room (L1)
  • Room Types Level 2+: Bedroom (L2+), Full Bath (L2+)
  • Concatenated Rooms 1: |Living Roo1|Dining Roo1|Kitchen1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|Full Bath1|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|Full Bath2|
Bathrooms Information
  • # Baths: 2.00
  • # Baths: Below Grade: .00
  • # Baths: Dependency: .00
  • # Baths: Main Level: 1.00
  • # Baths: Upper Level(s): 1.00
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 0
Bedrooms Information
  • Master Bed on Main Level: Yes
  • Master Bath on Main Level: Yes
  • # Beds: 4.00
  • # Beds: Below Grade: .00
  • # Beds: Dependency: .00
  • # Beds: Main Level: 2.00
  • # Beds: Upper Level(s): 2.00
Room 1
  • Room 1: Living Room
  • Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2
  • Room 2: Dining Room
  • Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3
  • Room 3: Kitchen
  • Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4
  • Room 4: Bedroom
  • Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5
  • Room 5: Bedroom
  • Room 5 Level: 1
Room 6
  • Room 6: Full Bath
  • Room 6 Level: 1
Room 7
  • Room 7: Bedroom
  • Room 7 Level: 2
Room 8
  • Room 8: Bedroom
  • Room 8 Level: 2
Room 9
  • Room 9: Full Bath
  • Room 9 Level: 2

Property History for 746 Findlay Mountain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 31, 2017

Sold

CAAR #552216

$258,000—
Mar 24, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1214320047

$258,000

+4.0% / yr

Sep 9, 2016

Listed (Active)

CAAR #552216

$272,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/31/2017

Sold

CAAR #552216

$258,000
03/24/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1214320047

$258,000

+4.0% / yr

09/09/2016

Listed (Active)

CAAR #552216

$272,500

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Public Records for 746 Findlay Mountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$94,800Additions$257,800Total$352,600
Tax Record2026$1,975 ($165 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,248 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,248 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt816 SqFtStories1Lot Size522,720 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated1948ZoningA1CountyNELSONAPN69 A 141A

Schools near 746 Findlay Mountain Road

This home is within Nelson County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tye River Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Nelson Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Nelson County High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rockfish River Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Tye River Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Nelson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nelson County High School
Public9 to 12

Rockfish River Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 746 Findlay Mountain Road, Shipman, VA 22971
$258,000
4
1,784
522,720
823 Findlay Mountain Road, Shipman, VA 22971
–
3
2
1,232
43,560
560 Findlay Mountain Road, Shipman, VA 22971
$238,000
3
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227,383
348 Findlay Mountain Road, Shipman, VA 22971
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–
–
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43,560
763 Findlay Mountain Road, Shipman, VA 22971
$390,000
3
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536 Findlay Mountain Road, Shipman, VA 22971
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3
1
1,025
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