OPEN HOUSE 2-4 PM SUN. 10/11! Set on 8 peaceful acres, this move-in-ready Amherst property offers space, privacy and natural beauty. Enjoy winter mountain views, a rocking-chair front porch, and walking trails winding through the property to tranquil Davies Branch Creek bordering the back. Freshly stained front and rear decks, a fenced dog area, and multiple outbuildings, incl. a pole barn with running water, add appeal. The 2,218 sq ft home features an open-concept design, split bedrooms, 4 bedrooms plus an office, 2 baths, beautiful hardwood and tile flooring, spacious living room, mud room, and kitchen with granite countertops and tile backsplash. A remodeled primary bath and fresh interior paint update the home. The large unfinished walk-out basement offers approx. 1,600 sq ft of future living or workshop space, with rough-in and wood stove location. Just 2 minutes from Route 29! A wonderful opportunity for peaceful country living with room to explore, relax and make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
8 acresLot Size
$216Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennifer Goodman• John Stewart Walker, Inc
A True hidden gem in Amherst County, tucked away on 8 acres for your private mini farm/oasis. Conveniently located between Lynchburg & Amherst, this lovely ranch has an expansive main level with over 2200 fin sq ft plus over 1600 unf sq ft w/ RI for bath in the walk-out basement. Bring your farm animals and start your hobby farm w/ a fenced pasture and tractor barn w/ water in place & you're all set! Granite in the kitchen, refinished HW floors throughout, nice appliances, new lt fixtures, plenty of ceiling fans, new doors, open concept w/ split BR layout. 4 Bedrooms plus office all on the main level! Two-zone HP. Expansive front porch and rear deck to enjoy nature and beautiful trees. There are many walking trails on the property as well as Davies Creek that has a nice area for relaxing and wading. County water, high speed internet and less than 2 miles to Rte 29! This Immaculate home won't disappoint! Appointment Only!
LMLS #294995
Apr 7, 2016
Sold
$235,000
$106/sq ft
Oct 20, 2015
Listed
$250,000
$113/sq ft
+67
Large family home on 8 acres in Monroe area of Amherst. Home features hardwood floors, 4/5 large bedrooms and main level master. Open floor plan with living room that extends to large rear deck, separate dining room, and eat in kitchen. The lower level offers 1650 sq feet of unfinished potential with bath RI and walk out double doors to patio. Outside you will find lots of privacy, rocking chair front porch, huge rear deck, and multiple storage buildings. This well built gem is les than one mile from Rt 29 and is convenient to everything.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,275 (+46.6%)
$67,800 + $338,500
$406,300
2025
$1,552
$56,500 + $197,900
$254,400
2024
$1,552
$56,500 + $197,900
$254,400
2023
$1,552
$56,500 + $197,900
$254,400
2022
$1,552
$56,500 + $197,900
$254,400
2021
$1,552
$56,500 + $197,900
$254,400
2020
$1,552 (+3.8%)
$56,500 + $197,900
$254,400
2019
$1,495
$62,500 + $182,500
$245,000
2018
$1,495
$62,500 + $182,500
$245,000
2017
$1,494
$62,500 + $182,500
$245,000
2016
$1,494 (+8.9%)
$62,500 + $182,500
$245,000
2015
$1,372
$62,500 + $182,500
$245,000
2014
$1,372
$62,500 + $182,500
$245,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
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Lot depth
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Lot size
8 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,219
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,219
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Amherst County
APN
123 A 37A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Redfin Estimate for 143 Father Judge Rd
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