8165 Open Gate Ln

1,674 Sq. Ft.
$318 / Sq. Ft.
1,674
Sq. Ft.
$318
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This quintessential Western Albemarle farmette boasts magical Blue Ridge views (which are protected by surrounding conservation easements), several acres of flat, sunny pasture ringed by shady woods for complete privacy, raised garden beds, extensive plantings, fruit trees, a majestic oak, a chicken coop and run (protected by electric fence), a garage/outbuilding with many possible uses! Enjoy one level living in the cottage style home, packed with updates & upgrades including a new kitchen, fabulous...This quintessential Western Albemarle farmette boasts magical Blue Ridge views (which are protected by surrounding conservation easements), several acres of flat, sunny pasture ringed by shady woods for complete privacy, raised garden beds, extensive plantings, fruit trees, a majestic oak, a chicken coop and run (protected by electric fence), a garage/outbuilding with many possible uses! Enjoy one level living in the cottage style home, packed with updates & upgrades including a new kitchen, fabulous stone-floored living room w/woodstove, a reconfigured primary suite w/tiled shower and much more. This home has abundant character and charm, flexible spaces to suit your needs, an electric dog fence, gutter guards, tankless water heater & whole house generator for easy living, and potential expansion/project space in the cellar. Wake to deer, wild turkey and other wildlife. Bring your horses, other furry friends & your green thumb! The mountain views are ever-changing & the star-filled sky is simply spectacular on the dark country nights. Please see docs for floor plans and list of extensive recent updates. Firefly broadband installed. Western Albemarle Schools.
  1. Listed by AMY WEBB • Brokerage DRE #226020130 • NEST REALTY GROUP
    P: (434)-760-1319 C: (434)-760-1319 amy@nestrealty.com
  2. Listed by KELLY CEPPA • Brokerage DRE #226020130 • NEST REALTY GROUP
    P: (434)-981-2506 C: (434)-981-2506 Kelly@NestRealty.com

Property Details for 8165 Open Gate Lane

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
NONE
View
Mountains
View
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/19/2025 01:46 PM

Property Details for 8165 Open Gate Lane

StatusClosed
MLS #668682
Days on Market47
Taxes$4,331 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1955
Lot Size5.03 AC / 219,106 SF
CountyAlbemarle County

Location

Listing Courtesy of NEST REALTY GROUP, AMY WEBB; NEST REALTY GROUP, KELLY CEPPA

Sold By SALLY DU BOSE REAL ESTATE PARTNERS, LIZA BOTTAS

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Building Information for 8165 Open Gate Lane

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size5.03 AC / 219,106 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,959 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,598

Property Taxes

$361

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8165 Open Gate Lane

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 250W passed Crozet. Left on Ortman Rd. Right on Batesville Rd., 1.4mi to right on Pugh's Store Rd., then 1/10th mile bear right on Open Gate. Drive SLOWLY due to deer, pets on Open Gate.
  • Latitude: 37.99399964
  • Longitude: -78.78124217
  • Road Frontage Type: PublicRoad
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Year Built: 1955
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,331
  • Tax Legal Description: Parcel ID 084000000028A0
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Detached, GarageFacesFront, Garage
School Information
  • Elementary School: Brownsville
  • High School: Western Albemarle
  • Middle Or Junior School: Henley
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1674.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Other
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 968.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 3218.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Living Area: 1674.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Level, Private, Secluded
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.03
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: 084000000028A0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: UpdatedRemodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Zoning Description: RA Rural Agricultural
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: SepticTank
  • Utilities: FiberOpticAvailable, Propane
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: HardiplankType, StickBuilt
  • Exterior Features: MatureTreesLandscape
  • Fireplace Features: WoodBurningStove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: PoultryCoop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Security Features: SecuritySystem, Other
Interior Features
  • Basement: ExteriorEntry, Partial, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Ductless, HeatPump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
  • Heating: Central, HeatPump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: PrimaryDownstairs, Remodeled, WalkInClosets, HomeOffice, RecessedLighting
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Type: Bathroom, Bedroom, Den, DiningRoom, FullBath, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, PrimaryBathroom, PrimaryBedroom, Office
  • Stories: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, GasRange, Microwave, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater, Dryer, Washer
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified: No
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Den
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Office
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Room 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 8165 Open Gate Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 18, 2025

Sold

CAAR #668682

$533,000
Nov 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921508257

$533,000

+6.5% / yr

Oct 20, 2025

Pending

CAAR #668682

Oct 10, 2025

Price Change

CAAR #668682

$550,000
Sep 23, 2025

Price Change

CAAR #668682

$595,000
Sep 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #668682

$625,000
Jun 8, 2021

Sold

CAAR #615553

$403,000
Jun 1, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464576990

$403,000

+20.0% / yr

Apr 1, 2021

Listed (Active)

CAAR #615553

$355,000
Mar 20, 2016

Expired

CAAR #537813

$196,000
Mar 11, 2016

Sold

CAAR #541332

$155,000
Mar 9, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #570133150

$155,000

-34.4% / yr

Jan 13, 2016

Listed (Active)

CAAR #541332

$147,000
Sep 18, 2015

Listed (Active)

CAAR #537813

$245,000
Oct 1, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553660155

$283,970

+1.2% / yr

Jun 4, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #282003563

$262,550
Jun 3, 2007

Expired

CAAR #436695

$359,900
Mar 15, 2007

Listed (Active)

CAAR #436695

$359,900
Dec 15, 2001

Expired

CAAR #331470

$365,000
May 4, 2001

Listed (Active)

CAAR #331470

$395,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/18/2025

Sold

CAAR #668682

$533,000
11/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921508257

$533,000

+6.5% / yr

10/20/2025

Pending

CAAR #668682

10/10/2025

Price Change

CAAR #668682

$550,000
09/23/2025

Price Change

CAAR #668682

$595,000
09/04/2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #668682

$625,000
06/08/2021

Sold

CAAR #615553

$403,000
06/01/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464576990

$403,000

+20.0% / yr

04/01/2021

Listed (Active)

CAAR #615553

$355,000
03/20/2016

Expired

CAAR #537813

$196,000
03/11/2016

Sold

CAAR #541332

$155,000
03/09/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #570133150

$155,000

-34.4% / yr

01/13/2016

Listed (Active)

CAAR #541332

$147,000
09/18/2015

Listed (Active)

CAAR #537813

$245,000
10/01/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553660155

$283,970

+1.2% / yr

06/04/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #282003563

$262,550
06/03/2007

Expired

CAAR #436695

$359,900
03/15/2007

Listed (Active)

CAAR #436695

$359,900
12/15/2001

Expired

CAAR #331470

$365,000
05/04/2001

Listed (Active)

CAAR #331470

$395,000

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

Public Records for 8165 Open Gate Lane

Taxable ValueLand$140,200Additions$344,200Total$484,400
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,747 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,747 SqFtStories1Lot Size219,063 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated2023ZoningRURAL AREASCountyALBEMARLEAPN08400-00-00-028A0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8165 Open Gate Lane

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

Joseph T Henley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Western Albemarle High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of NEST REALTY GROUP, AMY WEBB; NEST REALTY GROUP, KELLY CEPPA

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