Last Sold Price
3 beds2,512 sqft$98/sqft
8956 James River Rd, Shipman, VA 22971

Description

Lovingly cared for Cape Cod charmer perfectly situated on 2.8 serene acres. Enjoy sunset views from the expansive front porch. Bright open floor plan w/large gourmet kitchen featuring quartz countertops, new backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Effortless entertaining w/ spacious eat-in area opening to extensive back deck w/mountain views, overlooks large fenced backyard perfect for pets & play. Gleaming hardwood floors, large windows and gas fireplace provide welcome & warmth to the living...Lovingly cared for Cape Cod charmer perfectly situated on 2.8 serene acres. Enjoy sunset views from the expansive front porch. Bright open floor plan w/large gourmet kitchen featuring quartz countertops, new backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Effortless entertaining w/ spacious eat-in area opening to extensive back deck w/mountain views, overlooks large fenced backyard perfect for pets & play. Gleaming hardwood floors, large windows and gas fireplace provide welcome & warmth to the living area. Owner's suite on main floor with attached bath w/garden tub and upgraded fixtures. Two bright bedrooms upstairs and beautifully upgraded full bath. Walkout basement boasts rec area and office. Hot tub & storage sheds
LISTING CLOSED: 07/10/2017 01:00 AM

  1. Listed by CRAIG SPICER • KELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE
    C: (434) 390-4312 INFO@SPICERTEAM.COM

Property Details for 8956 James River Road

Status
MLS #
555242
Days on Market
145
Taxes
$1,342 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached
Year Built
1992
Lot Size
2.80 AC / 121,968 SF
Subdivision
NONE
Directions
29 South to Lovingston, left onto 56 E (James River Rd), travel 5 miles, house on left
Water
Individual Well
Zoning
2-SINGLE FAMILY SUBUR
View
Mountain View, Wooded View

Location

Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE, CRAIG SPICER

Sold By REAL ESTATE III - WEST, BRUCE LANGEVIN

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Building Information for 8956 James River Road

Stories1Year Built1992Building Size-Lot Size2.80 AC / 121,968 SF

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$1,367 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,255

Property Taxes

$112

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8956 James River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County/Incorporated City: Nelson
  • Lockbox Location: back porch
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Taxes: $1,342.00
  • Association: No
  • Assn Setup/Transfer Fees: $.00
  • Parcel Number: 69 3 14
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
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Fenced Fully, Garden Space, Public Road, Storage Shed
  • # of Acres: 2.8
  • Price Per SQFT: $98.33
  • Land Description: Garden Spot, Gently Rolling, Open, Wooded
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Above Grade Finished: 1512.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished: 1000.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 0.0
  • Dependency Total BG: 0.0
  • Dependency Total AG: 0.0
Property and Assessments
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Type: Detached
  • Foreclosure: No
  • Name of Property: Sunset Views
  • Type of Construction: Modular
  • Level: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1992
  • New Construction: No
  • Occupant: Owners
  • Legal Description: GRIFFIN-STEVENS Parcel 69 3 14
  • Road Maint: 0.0
  • Lockbox: CAAR
  • SIGN: Yes
  • Deed Book: DB 301-350
  • Occupied By: Owner
  • Agent Hit Count: 123
  • Client Hit Count: 49
  • Design: Cape Cod
  • Structure-Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Listing Services: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Cable/Internet Available: DSL
Green Features
  • Green Features: Yes
  • Green - Appliances: ES Qualified Refrigerator
Utilities
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Tank
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition Shingle
  • Structure-Features: Water Softener
  • Structure-Floors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Pool: No
  • Structures-Deck/Porch: Deck, Porch, Porch - Front
Interior Features
  • Structure-Window/Ceiling: 8' Ceilings, Double-hung Windows
  • Fireplace: Gas Logs, One
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Air Conditioning: Central AC, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Propane
  • Kitchen Appliances/Feat: Dishwasher, Eat-in, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Cabinets/Counters: Quartz Counter, Wood Cabinets
  • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Room Information
Additional Room Information
  • Room Types: Bedroom, Bonus Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Home Office, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Mud Room
  • Room Types Level B: Family Room (LB), Home Office (LB), Mud Room (LB)
  • Room Types Level 1: Full Bath (L1), Half Bath (L1), Kitchen (L1), Living Room (L1), Master Bedroom (L1)
  • Room Types Level 2+: Bedroom (L2+), Bonus Room (L2+), Full Bath (L2+)
  • Concatenated Rooms 1: |Kitchen1|Living Roo1|Master Bed1|Full Bath1|Half Bath1|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|Full Bath2|Bonus Room2|Family RooB|Home OfficB|Mud RoomB|
Bathrooms Information
  • # Baths: 2.50
  • # Baths: Below Grade: .00
  • # Baths: Dependency: .00
  • # Baths: Main Level: 1.50
  • # Baths: Upper Level(s): 1.00
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 1
Bedrooms Information
  • Master Bed on Main Level: Yes
  • Master Bath on Main Level: Yes
  • # Beds: 3.00
  • # Beds: Below Grade: .00
  • # Beds: Dependency: .00
  • # Beds: Main Level: 1.00
  • # Beds: Upper Level(s): 2.00
Room 1
  • Room 1: Kitchen
  • Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2
  • Room 2: Living Room
  • Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3
  • Room 3: Master Bedroom
  • Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4
  • Room 4: Full Bath
  • Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5
  • Room 5: Half Bath
  • Room 5 Level: 1
Room 6
  • Room 6: Bedroom
  • Room 6 Level: 2
Room 7
  • Room 7: Bedroom
  • Room 7 Level: 2
Room 8
  • Room 8: Full Bath
  • Room 8 Level: 2
Room 9
  • Room 9: Bonus Room
  • Room 9 Level: 2
Room 10
  • Room 10: Family Room
  • Room 10 Level: Basement
Room 11
  • Room 11: Home Office
  • Room 11 Level: Basement
Room 12
  • Room 12: Mud Room
  • Room 12 Level: Basement

Property History for 8956 James River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 10, 2017

Sold

CAAR #555242

$247,000
Jun 19, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1262095020

$247,000

+1.0% / yr

Dec 16, 2016

Listed (Active)

CAAR #555242

$249,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/10/2017

Sold

CAAR #555242

$247,000
06/19/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1262095020

$247,000

+1.0% / yr

12/16/2016

Listed (Active)

CAAR #555242

$249,000

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Public Records for 8956 James River Road

Taxable ValueLand$27,200Additions$274,500Total$301,700
Tax Record2025$1,961 ($163 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,520 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,512 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,008 SqFtStories2Lot Size121,968 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1992CountyNELSONAPN69 3 14Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8956 James River Road

This home is within Nelson County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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: 8956 James River Road, Shipman, VA 22971
$247,000
3
2,512
121,968
$45,000
222,069
2
1
992
78,408
$315,000
3
1,375
217,800
3
2
1,682
130,680
3
2
1,760
171,191

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