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Off market sep 2024 for $395K

$421,873

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2,282

sq ft

290 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521

About this home

Open Sunday 2-4PM. Rare opportunity to own an ideal blend of traditional colonial character with thoughtful renovations incorporating modern amenities on Sunset Dr in Amherst, VA! It's the first time since 1964 that this custom construction has been offered. 2300 sq ft of classic elegance, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large living room and den each w/ it's own fireplace, covered patio area, and attached garage all siting on 1.2 acres. The owners showcased traditional colonial architecture to perfection with the symmetrical design, salvaged double brick, grand foyer, main level living, and equally spacious bedrooms. New updates throughout include: kitchen & bathroom cabinetry w/ quartz countertops, SS appliances, tile showers, fresh paint w/ timeless color scheme, refinished hardwood floors, electrical fixtures, 5 ton heat pump, and updated plumbing. The upper level of the home creates a unique opportunity to add additional square footage w/ framed walls in place. Full unfinished basement.

Single-familyProperty Type

1964Year Built

1.2 acresLot Size

$185Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Rikki Cheatham • Elite Realty

Contact: rikkicheatham@icloud.com 434-665-7234

Bought with Mary Snow • Mary Snow Realty

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•Source:LMLS #353645

Redfin Estimate

$421,873

$27K since sold in September 2024$4,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 35.2% higher than the average sale price ($312K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$319,900
A
3 beds2 baths1,957 sq ft
272 Grandview Drive Dr, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$354,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,409 sq ft
348 N Main St St, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$353,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,940 sq ft
125 Cane Raiser Ct, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$265,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,640 sq ft
426 S Main Street St, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$269,900
E
3 beds2 baths1,493 sq ft
1321 Boxwood Farm Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD DEC 19, 2025
$310,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,226 sq ft
333 N Main St, Amherst, VA 24521

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$2,930/mo

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Market trends in 24521, VA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

97.8%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$350K

$19K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

22 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 12 HRS AGO
$175,000
3 beds2 baths1,250 sq ft
264 N Coolwell Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
$349,900
3 beds2 baths1,447 sq ft
151 Mill Race Dr Dr, Amherst, VA 24521
$379,000
3 beds3.5 baths2,341 sq ft
2043 Patrick Henry Hwy, Amherst, VA 24521
$319,000
3 beds2 baths1,134 sq ft
2107 Boxwood Farm Road Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
$349,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,383 sq ft
158 Kentucky Mountain Pl, Amherst, VA 24521
$229,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,269 sq ft
163 Vista Dr, Amherst, VA 24521
$349,900
3 beds2.5 baths2,568 sq ft
155 Silvers Ln, Amherst, VA 24521
3D WALKTHROUGH
$249,900
3 beds2 baths1,248 sq ft
409 Mansion Way Way, Amherst, VA 24521
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$359,800
3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
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Sale history for 290 Sunset Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,987 (+6.4%)

$42,000 + $312,800

$354,800

2025

$1,867 (+11.6%)

$35,000 + $271,000

$306,000

2024

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2023

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2022

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2021

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2020

$1,673 (+6.9%)

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2019

$1,564

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2018

$1,564

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2017

$1,564

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2016

$1,564 (+8.9%)

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2015

$1,436

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2014

$1,435

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

Tax history for 290 Sunset Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,987 (+6.4%)

$42,000 + $312,800

$354,800

2025

$1,867 (+11.6%)

$35,000 + $271,000

$306,000

2024

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2023

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2022

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2021

$1,673

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2020

$1,673 (+6.9%)

$35,000 + $239,200

$274,200

2019

$1,564

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2018

$1,564

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2017

$1,564

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2016

$1,564 (+8.9%)

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2015

$1,436

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

2014

$1,435

$41,000 + $215,400

$256,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.81 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,294

Year built

1964

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Amherst County

APN

95 3 A 3,4

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump

Interior Features
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Sump Pump

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,282
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Storage

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: 1.2
Zoning Description: R1

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,673

Utilities

Utility Information
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: Use GPS- Main Street in Amherst to Kenmore Rd (can come either way) and then once on Kenmore take an immediate left onto Sunset Dr. Property on right.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,294
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.81 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 95 3 A 3,4

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
AttributionContact: rikkicheatham@icloud.com 434-665-7234

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Amherst Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

5/10

Amherst Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

6/10

Amherst County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

3/10

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Address	Redfin Estimate
224 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2030 Sq. Ft.	$402,017
184 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1908 Sq. Ft.	$322,792
203 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3404 Sq. Ft.	$433,082
245 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3202 Sq. Ft.	$445,674
289 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2322 Sq. Ft.	$357,300
273 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$355,002
240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2582 Sq. Ft.	$412,195

Address	Redfin Estimate
252 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2270 Sq. Ft.	$443,187
266 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3407 Sq. Ft.	$415,562
201 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2592 Sq. Ft.	$345,739
229 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3150 Sq. Ft.	$389,854
193 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2805 Sq. Ft.	$367,691
286 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2184 Sq. Ft.	$279,657
176 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4562 Sq. Ft.	$652,354

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192 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1320 Sq. Ft.	$334,931
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211 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2564 Sq. Ft.	$442,333
277 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2285 Sq. Ft.	$359,664
305 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3262 Sq. Ft.	$533,718
318 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2303 Sq. Ft.	$339,508
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