This wonderful wooded lot with a creek at the back of the property is perfect for a new build. The peaceful and private location is just 10 minutes to the Town of Amherst.
Vacant landProperty Type
36.2 acresLot Size
$5,713Price/Acres
Listed by STACY POWELL• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY LYNCHBURG
Bought with STACY POWELL• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY LYNCHBURG
36.2 acres of mature forest land situated close to Amherst offers a multitude of recreational and residential opportunities. Land lays well with excellent wildlife habitat and bold stream. Elevated portion of the property has great view potential and is located near property's state maintained road frontage. Private setting surrounded by other large forest tracts close to Shadow Ridge Golf Club.
MLSRV #833817
Jan 31, 2018
Sold
$95,000
Feb 8, 2017
Listed
$99,000
+12
36.2 acres of mature forest land situated close to Amherst offers a multitude of recreational and residential opportunities. Land lays well with excellent wildlife habitat and bold stream. Elevated portion of the property has great view potential and is located near property's state maintained road frontage. Private setting surrounded by other large forest tracts close to Shadow Ridge Golf Club.
MLSRV #738234
Apr 30, 2009
Listing Removed
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Oct 22, 2008
Listed
$198,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$81 (−8.2%)
$130,300
2025
$88 (−86.6%)
$108,600
2024
$662
$108,600
2023
$662
$108,600
2022
$662
$108,600
2021
$662
$108,600
2020
$662
$108,600
2019
$662
$108,600
2018
$662
$108,600
2017
$662
$108,600
2016
$662 (+8.9%)
$108,600
2015
$608
$108,600
2014
$608
$108,600
Tax history for 0 Braxton Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$81 (−8.2%)
$130,300
2025
$88 (−86.6%)
$108,600
2024
$662
$108,600
2023
$662
$108,600
2022
$662
$108,600
2021
$662
$108,600
2020
$662
$108,600
2019
$662
$108,600
2018
$662
$108,600
2017
$662
$108,600
2016
$662 (+8.9%)
$108,600
2015
$608
$108,600
2014
$608
$108,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
36.2 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Amherst County
APN
97 2 14
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
PropertyType: Land
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 36.2
Lot Size Acres: 36.2
Lot Size Square Feet: 1,576,872
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $90
Parcel Number: 97-2-14
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Other - See Remarks
Middle Or Junior School: Other - See Remarks
High School: Other - See Remarks
Location Information
Directions: From Lynchburg take US-29 N to US-60 Exit toward Amherst. Turn Left onto 60 E, Turn Left onto SR 734, Continue onto SR 712, Continue straight onto SR 759 - Braxton Ridge Rd.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 36.2 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 97 2 14
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 851038
ListPrice: $112,000
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
2/10
Amherst Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
Amherst County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Amherst, VA • 24521
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.