Stylish modern home on 6 Acres in gorgeous Western Amherst! Enjoy the peace and quiet as you relax on the front porch or on the private rear deck. This custom built one level home can be casual or very elegant depending on your style. Entering the home you will notice the 9 foot ceilings that continue throughout the home and your eyes will be drawn to the back of the house where French doors lead to the deck. Attention to detail is evident here with beautiful crown moulding, columns, hardwood floors throughout the living areas and quartz countertops in the kitchen. A true one level home with an attached oversized two car garage too! Close to the County Lakes, wineries and breweries for relaxation. Winter mountain views to be enjoyed too.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
6 acresLot Size
$203Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by MARY SNOW• MARY SNOW REALTY
Bought with CHRISTY JOHNSON• FOUR RIVERS REALTY GROUP
Stylish modern home on 6 Acres in gorgeous Western Amherst! Enjoy the peace and quiet as you relax on the front porch or on the private rear deck. This custom built one level home can be casual or very elegant depending on your style. Entering the home you will notice the 9 foot ceilings that continue throughout the house and your eyes will be drawn to the back of the house where French doors lead to the deck. Attention to detail is evident here with beautiful crown moulding, columns, hardwood floors throughout the living areas and quartz countertops in the kitchen. A true one level home with a wonderful master suite, sparkling kitchen with eat in area, dining room, great room, two additional bedrooms and another full bath, plus an office or potential fourth bedroom and a separate laundry room. Attached oversized two car garage too! Close to the County Lakes, wineries and breweries for relaxation. Winter mountain views are to be found here too. Quite a unique country home!
Public Records
Aug 11, 2011
Sold
$220,000
$99/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2005
Sold
$29,132
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,157 (+43.5%)
$48,000 + $337,100
$385,100
2025
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2024
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2023
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2022
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2021
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2020
$1,502 (+10.9%)
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2019
$1,354
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2018
$1,354
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2017
$1,354
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2016
$1,354 (+8.9%)
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2015
$1,243
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2014
$1,243
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
Tax history for 616 Gidsville Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,157 (+43.5%)
$48,000 + $337,100
$385,100
2025
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2024
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2023
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2022
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2021
$1,502
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2020
$1,502 (+10.9%)
$40,000 + $206,300
$246,300
2019
$1,354
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2018
$1,354
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2017
$1,354
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2016
$1,354 (+8.9%)
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2015
$1,243
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
2014
$1,243
$46,000 + $176,000
$222,000
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,220
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Amherst County
APN
38 A 37C
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Garage
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Faces Side
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Room 1 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Primary Bathroom
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Breakfast Room/Nook
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Foyer
Level: First
Room 9 Information
Level: First
Room 10 Information
Type: Bathroom
Level: First
Room 11 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 12 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: One, Gas Log
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Double Vanity, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Home Office, Kitchen Island
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,704
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Stick Built, Stucco
Exterior Features
Roof: Architectural
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,220
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 6
Zoning: A-1 Agricultural
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,576
Parcel Number: 38 A 37C
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Temperance
Middle Or Junior School: Amherst
High School: Amherst
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 616 GIDSVILLE RD
Directions: From Charlottesville take 29 South to right on 56 West. Left on 151 and then right on 778 to right on 610. Right on Gidsville Rd to house on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,220
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 38 A 37C
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Temperance Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Amherst Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.1mi
6/10
Amherst County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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