This 4-bedroom ranch-style home is truly unique and has so much value to offer outside and in. Beginning with its new roof, whole-house generator, 500-gallon in-ground propane tank, 2-year-old heat pump, and large RV-sized carport, EV power outlet, landscaped grounds, and fenced-in back yard. Once inside the great room, with its vaulted ceilings and custom millwork will take your breath away. The kitchen is both beautiful and functional, with lots of cabinet storage. To top it all off, the location just off of Main Street is less than 30 minutes from Lynchburg and approximately 55 minutes to Charlottesville. Come see this one right away.
Charming 3 Bedroom 2 Bath LIGHT filled home on Sunset Drive. .. a much sought after LOCATION. Spacious living room with large windows and a FIREPLACE! Separate dining room plus eat in kitchen. PORCH off of the living room to relax on plus a deck off of the kitchen. Possible 4th bedroom in the basement and a recreation room. Perfect space for workout room or playroom. Attic with pull down steps for extra storage. Extra LARGE LOT with nice level yard. House has been meticulously maintained over the years. Quite an opportunity to obtain a house in this lovely location. Recent improvements include the heat pump, replacement windows and paved drive.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,127 (+113.4%)
$42,000 + $337,800
$379,800
2025
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2024
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2023
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2022
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2021
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2020
$997 (+7.1%)
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2019
$930
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2018
$930
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2017
$930
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2016
$930 (+8.9%)
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2015
$854
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2014
$854
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
Tax history for 224 Sunset Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,127 (+113.4%)
$42,000 + $337,800
$379,800
2025
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2024
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2023
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2022
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2021
$997
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2020
$997 (+7.1%)
$35,000 + $128,400
$163,400
2019
$930
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2018
$930
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2017
$930
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2016
$930 (+8.9%)
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2015
$854
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
2014
$854
$41,000 + $111,500
$152,500
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.76 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,676
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Amherst County
APN
95 3 B 6,7
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,226
Below Grade Finished Area: 804
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
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: 0.765
Zoning: R1
Zoning Description: R1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $997
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Utilities: Cable Available, Underground Utilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Amherst
Elementary School: Amherst Elem
Middle Or Junior School: Amherst Midl
High School: Amherst High
Location Information
Directions: From Lynchburg, VA, take 29 North bypass to the Main St. exit for the Town of Amherst, travel approximately 2 miles, then turn left onto Sunset Dr.to 224.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,676
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 95 3 B 6,7
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026