Experience private living on this 5-acre property, where an abundance of wildlife adds to the charm of your expansive yard space and wooded areas. This property, designed in a classic Cape Cod style, features a welcoming rocking chair front porch that epitomizes true Southern living. Inside, the main floor boasts a vaulted ceiling and an open floor plan centered around a cozy brick fireplace. The new LVP flooring adds a modern touch, and two bedrooms on this level provide convenient living space. Upstairs, a lofted area offers additional space ideal for an office or playroom, along with a third bedroom. The unfinished downstairs area is perfect for storage or future expansion, adding over 1,000 square feet of potential living space. Located conveniently near the 29 Bypass, you'll have easy access to both Lynchburg and Charlottesville, making this property a prime location for both serenity and accessibility.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
5.85 acresLot Size
$144Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by CHRISTINA HOLMES• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY-LYNCHBURG
Open Sunday July 21 (11-1) Experience private living on this 5-acre property, where an abundance of wildlife adds to the charm of your expansive yard space and wooded areas. This property, designed in a classic Cape Cod style, features a welcoming rocking chair front porch that epitomizes true Southern living. Inside, the main floor boasts a vaulted ceiling and an open floor plan centered around a cozy brick fireplace. The new LVP flooring adds a modern touch, and two bedrooms on this level provide convenient living space. Upstairs, a lofted area offers additional space ideal for an office or playroom, along with a third bedroom. The unfinished downstairs area is perfect for storage or future expansion, adding over 1,000 square feet of potential living space. Located conveniently near the 29 Bypass, you'll have easy access to both Lynchburg and Charlottesville, making this property a prime location for both serenity and accessibility.
Public Records
Nov 25, 2019
Sold
$142,500
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 2001
Sold
$105,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,589 (+60.4%)
$29,600 + $254,100
$283,700
2025
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2024
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2023
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2022
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2021
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2020
$991 (+3.2%)
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2019
$960
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2018
$960
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2017
$959
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2016
$959 (+8.9%)
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2015
$881
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2014
$880
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
Tax history for 314 Covey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,589 (+60.4%)
$29,600 + $254,100
$283,700
2025
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2024
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2023
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2022
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2021
$991
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2020
$991 (+3.2%)
$24,700 + $137,700
$162,400
2019
$960
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2018
$960
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2017
$959
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2016
$959 (+8.9%)
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2015
$881
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
2014
$880
$30,700 + $126,600
$157,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,388
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Wood
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Levels: One and One Half
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,058
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 330
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 5.85
Zoning: R-1 Limited Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $990.64
Parcel Number: 140 11 12
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Community/Coop
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: None
Association Amenities: None
School Information
Elementary School: Central (Amherst)
Middle Or Junior School: Amherst
High School: Amherst
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 314 COVEY RD
Directions: 29 North, take left unto Coolwell- Izaak Walton To Partridge Crk, Right on Amherst Plantation, take left onto Covey Road, Property on the right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,714
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 5.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 140 11 12
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
2/10
Amherst Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi
6/10
Amherst County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 17 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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