Last Sold Price
4 beds1,760 sqft$236/sqft
988 Sulphur Spring Rd, Prospect, VA 23960

Description

Charm of yesteryear, luxuries of today: A fully restored historic chestnut-log home built in 1770 has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. It is well maintained (new septic system, new plumbing, new H-VAC systems), and has endless character. It has high ceilings in the grand room, wood floors, Italian-marble countertops, custom-built front door, and DSL high-speed internet. Included is a two-story Carriage House with a guest room, walk-in closet, 3/4 bath, an upstairs spacious studio apartment, an attached garage...Charm of yesteryear, luxuries of today: A fully restored historic chestnut-log home built in 1770 has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. It is well maintained (new septic system, new plumbing, new H-VAC systems), and has endless character. It has high ceilings in the grand room, wood floors, Italian-marble countertops, custom-built front door, and DSL high-speed internet. Included is a two-story Carriage House with a guest room, walk-in closet, 3/4 bath, an upstairs spacious studio apartment, an attached garage and office space, plus a rustic log guest cabin with a loft, ideal for entertaining or an AirBNB. There is a storage shed, a 40x24 two-story barn with a concrete floor. Amongst the beautifully landscaped 19.35 acres, you will find a small pond and a spring-fed stream, a greenhouse/art studio, an outdoor deck with grill and seating, and two porches. This is your one stop retreat spot.
LISTING CLOSED: 01/25/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Larry Atkins • State Wide Realty Company

Property Details for 988 Sulphur Spring Road

MLS #
327739
Days on Market
66
Taxes
$876 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Cabin
Year Built
1742
Lot Size
19.35 AC / 842,886 SF
Zoning
GA General Agricultural
Styles
Log
Subdivision/Complex
Elam Acres
Directions
460 W to left onto Sulphur Spring Rd (Rt 657). Follow to property on the right.

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$350,000

Avg days on market

52

Sale-to-list ratio

104.6%

[Prospect, VA]

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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Location

Listing Courtesy of State Wide Realty Company, Larry Atkins

Sold By Exp Realty, Margaret Seay

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Building Information for 988 Sulphur Spring Road

Stories1Year Built1742Building Size-Lot Size19.35 AC / 842,886 SF

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$2,182 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,109

Property Taxes

$73

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 988 Sulphur Spring Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County/City: Prince Edward
  • State: VA
  • ZIP: 23960
  • Area: Prince Edward
  • Longitude: -78.60
  • Latitude: 37.28
  • City/Town: Prospect
Taxes and HOA
  • Estimated Taxes: $876.00
  • Association: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
  • Association Fee Amount: $.00
  • Association Fee: 0.00
School Information
  • Elementary School: Prince Edward Cty-El
  • High School: Prince Edward Cty-HS
  • Middle School: Prince Edward Cty-Md
  • School District: Prince Edward
Parking
  • Detached Garage: 2 Car
  • 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: 19.35
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Size Source: (Public Records)
  • Lot Square Footage: 842886.0
  • Square Footage: 1760.0
  • Above Grade Fin SqFt: 1760.0
  • Est Fin SqFt BelGrde: 0.0
  • Est Fin SqFt Level 3: 0.0
  • Est Fin SqFt Level 2: 450.0
  • Est Fin SqFt Level 1: 1310.0
  • Est UnFin SqFt Total: 0.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1742
  • Age: 0
  • Financing: Conventional
  • FIPS Code: 147
  • Legal Description: TM#031 3 9 and TM#031 3 10
  • Building on Property: Barn, 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: Well
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Roof: Metal
  • Exterior Features: Circular Drive, Paved Drive, Garden Space, Landscaped, Stream/Creek, Other
  • Exterior Finish (AG): Log
  • Attach Doc to DocBox: Disclosure, Lead Based Paint, Survey/Plat
  • ScreenedPorch Area: 0.0
  • ScreenedPorch Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • ScreenedPorch Length: 0.0
  • ScreenedPorch Width: 0.0
  • Deck Area: 0.0
  • Deck Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Deck Length: 0.0
  • Deck Width: 0.0
  • Patio Area: 0.0
  • Patio Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Patio Length: 0.0
  • Patio Width: 0.0
  • Porch Area: 0.0
  • Porch Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Porch Length: 0.0
  • Porch Width: 0.0
  • Foyer Area: 0.0
  • Foyer Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Foyer Length: 0.0
  • Foyer Width: 0.0
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: 2 Fireplaces
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating System: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: High Speed Data Aval, Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Den, Master Bed w/ Bath, Whirlpool Tub
  • Internet Providers: Other
  • Laundry: Main Level
  • Limited Services: No
  • Attic: None
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Den Area: 0.0
  • Den Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Den Length: 0.0
  • Den Width: 0.0
  • Air Conditioning: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Display: 2 (2 0)
  • Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0
  • Appliance/Convey: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Room Information
Additional Room Information
  • 2nd Bedroom: 15x15 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • 2ndBedroom Area: 225.0
  • 2ndBedroom Dimensions: 15.000 x 15.000
  • 2ndBedroom Length: 15.0
  • 2ndBedroom Width: 15.0
  • 3rd Bedroom: 15x15 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
  • 3rdBedroom Area: 225.0
  • 3rdBedroom Dimensions: 15.000 x 15.000
  • 3rdBedroom Length: 15.0
  • 3rdBedroom Width: 15.0
  • 4th Bedroom: 15x15 Level: Level 2 Above Grade
  • 4thBedroom Area: 225.0
  • 4thBedroom Dimensions: 15.000 x 15.000
  • 4thBedroom Length: 15.0
  • 4thBedroom Width: 15.0
  • 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
  • Kitchen: 30x10 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Laundry Room: 9x7 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • Living Room: 29x14 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
  • RecRoom Area: 0.0
  • RecRoom Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • RecRoom Length: 0.0
  • RecRoom Width: 0.0
  • 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: 0.0
  • OtherRoom1 Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • OtherRoom1 Length: 0.0
  • OtherRoom1 Width: 0.0
  • 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: 0.0
  • Office Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • Office Length: 0.0
  • Office Width: 0.0
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: 225.0
  • MasterBedroom Dimensions: 15.000 x 15.000
  • MasterBedroom Length: 15.0
  • MasterBedroom Width: 15.0
  • Master Bedroom: 15x15 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Bathrooms Information
  • Full Bath BelowGrade: 0
  • Full Bath Level 1: 2
  • Full Bath Level 2: 0
  • Full Bath Level 3: 0
  • Half Bath BelowGrade: 0
  • Half Bath Level 1: 0
  • Half Bath Level 2: 0
  • Half Bath Level 3: 0
Dining Room
  • FormalDining Area: 0.0
  • FormalDining Dimensions: 0.000 x 0.000
  • FormalDining Length: 0.0
  • FormalDining Width: 0.0
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: 63.0
  • LaundryRoom Dimensions: 9.000 x 7.000
  • LaundryRoom Length: 9.0
  • LaundryRoom Width: 7.0
Kitchen Room
  • Kitchen Area: 300.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 30.000 x 10.000
  • Kitchen Length: 30.0
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Living Room
  • LivingRoom Area: 406.0
  • LivingRoom Dimensions: 29.000 x 14.000
  • LivingRoom Length: 29.0
  • LivingRoom Width: 14.0

Property History for 988 Sulphur Spring Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 25, 2021

Sold

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #327739

$415,000
Jan 25, 2021

Sold

South Central Association of REALTORS #46378

$415,000
Jan 25, 2021

Sold

CAAR #609469

$415,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/25/2021

Sold

Lynchburg Association of REALTORS #327739

$415,000
01/25/2021

Sold

South Central Association of REALTORS #46378

$415,000
01/25/2021

Sold

CAAR #609469

$415,000

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

Public Records for 988 Sulphur Spring Road

Taxable ValueLand$43,600Additions$299,100Total$342,700
Tax Record2024$983 ($82 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size384,199 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyPRINCE EDWARDAPN031 3 9

Schools near 988 Sulphur Spring Road

This home is within Prince Edward County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Prince Edward Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Prince Edward Middle School
Public5 to 8

Prince Edward 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 State Wide Realty Company, Larry Atkins

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