Looking for like-new construction on over an acre? This updated home features an open floor plan, fenced yard, covered front porch, and a spacious back deck perfect for outdoor living. Major upgrades include a metal roof (2020), updated HVAC, plumbing, and electrical (2021), fresh paint, and refinished hardwood floors. The kitchen shines with granite countertops, an oversized island, and custom built-ins for pantry and bath storage. Upstairs offers open living space with beautiful hardwoods, while the finished basement includes a large rec room, primary suite with walk-in closet, and spacious bath. There's also an unfinished area for storage. Outside, you'll find the ultimate man cave: a 28x44 workshop with electricity and an outdoor wood stove that can heat the entire house as an additional heat source. Located just minutes from Sweet Briar College, the town of Amherst, and the 29 Bypass this one has it all!
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
1.33 acresLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Christina Holmes• Keller Williams
Listed by Elizabeth Howell-Jennings• Keller Williams
Contact: christinaholmes@kw.com 434-426-5410
Bought with OUT OF AREA OUT OF AREA BROKER• OUT OF AREA BROKER
Charming, well maintained, 3 Bedroom 1 bath home located near Sweet Briar College. Features include a full basement, screened in deck overlooking a massive back yard with a 28x21 garage and equipment shed. Convenient to Lynchburg or Charlottesville near Poplar Grove golf course
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,487 (+107.8%)
$46,100 + $219,400
$265,500
2025
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2024
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2023
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2022
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2021
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2020
$716 (+2.4%)
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2019
$698
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2018
$698
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2017
$698
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2016
$698 (+8.9%)
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2015
$641
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2014
$641
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
Tax history for 189 Higginbotham Crk
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,487 (+107.8%)
$46,100 + $219,400
$265,500
2025
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2024
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2023
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2022
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2021
$716
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2020
$716 (+2.4%)
$38,500 + $78,800
$117,300
2019
$698
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2018
$698
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2017
$698
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2016
$698 (+8.9%)
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2015
$641
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
2014
$641
$44,500 + $70,000
$114,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.19 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
907
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Amherst County
APN
110 4 3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Circular Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,115
Below Grade Finished Area: 610
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.33
Zoning Description: A1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $716
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Amherst
Elementary School: Central Elem
Middle Or Junior School: Amherst Midl
High School: Amherst High
Location Information
Directions: Rt 29N Business take right on Stage Rd (across from SB College), take left on E Sweet Briar, take right on Old Stage Rd, take left on Higginbotham Creek home on left.
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 907
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 110 4 3
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026