tbd Jones Overlook

$699,000
Price
5,470,264 / 125.58
Lot Size / Acres

Description

A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional property along the James River, offering nearly 3 miles of frontage according to county GIS records. Adjoining the historic Kanawa Canal and spanning approximately 125 acres, this unique tract includes 80+/- acres of PRIVATE ISLANDS that could be used as your own hunting retreat, along with Class II soils currently in hay production, and breathtaking river and distant mountain views from the bluff. A potential build site with infrastructure already in...A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional property along the James River, offering nearly 3 miles of frontage according to county GIS records. Adjoining the historic Kanawa Canal and spanning approximately 125 acres, this unique tract includes 80+/- acres of PRIVATE ISLANDS that could be used as your own hunting retreat, along with Class II soils currently in hay production, and breathtaking river and distant mountain views from the bluff. A potential build site with infrastructure already in place along the bluff allows for your dream retreat, while an interior trail network provides easy access throughout the island and property. The property consists of 4 tracts, allowing the ability to sell off undesired parcels at any point in the future. Accessed via Jones Overlook and Fish Pond road, the property is located less than an hour from Charlottesville and under two hours from Richmond, making it an ideal blend of seclusion and accessibility. SELLER FINANCING is available with a minimal down payment and a 5% fixed interest rate amortized over 15 years, making this one-of-a-kind offering even more attainable. Call today to schedule a showing and make this once in a generation offering yours!
  1. Listed by KYLE WATERS • Brokerage DRE #0226031483 • WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE
    P: (217)-285-9000 C: (540)-430-5800 KYLE.WATERS@WHITETAILPROPERTIES.COM

Property Details for Tbd Jones Overlook

Subdivision Name
HIGHLAND ON THE JAMES
View
Valley, Water
View
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 11:21 AM

Property Details for Tbd Jones Overlook

StatusActive
MLS #669732
Days on Market87
Taxes$1,780 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Other
Year Built-
Lot Size125.58 AC
CountyNelson County

Location

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Building Information for Tbd Jones Overlook

Lot Size125.58 AC

Payment Calculator

$3,602 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,454

Property Taxes

$148

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for Tbd Jones Overlook

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Charlottesville: VA-20 S for 16 miles. Right onto Langhorne rd for 4.4 miles. Right onto James River rd for 8.3 miles. Slight left onto Fishpond Rd for 0.5 miles. Right onto Highland Dr for .8 miles. Left onto Jones Overlook for 1 mile. Sign on right
  • Latitude: 37.68026413
  • Longitude: -78.65467234
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad, Shared
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Topography: Mountainous
  • Water Source: None
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,780
  • Tax Legal Description: Highland On James 11 B 000004140 Highland On James 11 B Db466 354 Db466 354 Buford Island
  • Tax Lot: 47, 48, Tract 1, Tract 2A
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Tye River
  • High School: Nelson
  • Middle Or Junior School: Nelson
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 125.58
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: Vacant
  • Disclaimer: The offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
  • Parcel Number: 83-6-47, 83-6-48, 83-1-1C, 83-1-1A
  • Possible Use: Investment, Residential, Recreational
  • Property Sub Type: Other
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Other
  • Property Type: Land
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Zoning Description: A-1 Agricultural
Utilities
  • Sewer: None
  • Utilities: FiberOpticAvailable, WaterNotAvailable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: River
  • Fencing: None
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for Tbd Jones Overlook

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #669732

$699,000
Dec 31, 2023

Expired

CAAR #636870

$80,000
Nov 28, 2022

Listed (Active)

CAAR #636870

$100,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/03/2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #669732

$699,000
12/31/2023

Expired

CAAR #636870

$80,000
11/28/2022

Listed (Active)

CAAR #636870

$100,000

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Schools near Tbd Jones Overlook

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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Tbd Jones Overlook is a 125.58 ac of land for sale in Howardsville, VA 24562. This property was listed for sale on October 3, 2025 by WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE, it's currently listed at $699,000. This listing's school district is Nelson County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Tye River Elementary School, Nelson Middle School and Nelson County High School. Tbd Jones Overlook is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 125.58 ac of land on a 5,470,264 sq. ft. / 125.58 acres lot.

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