Welcome to 501 Henry Clay Road, in Ashland, The "Center of the Universe". This charming and quaint home is located on a corner lot with a landscaped yard and rear fenced in yard. The large and open front porch welcomes you and is the perfect place for relaxing. Upon entering the home, you will find beautifully finished hardwood floors through the home and tons of natural light from the newly installed windows that were replaced in the entire home. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and a small laundry/mudroom off the back. The bedroom is nice and open and a second bedroom can be found off the kitchen. The home is located within walking distance to Downtown Ashland, where you can visit the farmer's market, shops and boutiques, restaurants and town events. If charm and quaint living are what you seek, this is the perfect house for you.
You are going to love this charming 1928 cottage/bungalow located just a short walk from quaint Ashland shops and restaurants. Over the past 20 years, the current owner has lovingly maintained and made significant interior renovations while preserving gorgeous trim, solid doors, and hardwood floors. Additional room shown in listing can be used as office/nursery. The large corner lot is an amazing space for gardening and entertaining, boasting a new privacy fence, reclaimed brick patio, beautiful perennials and herbs reminiscent of English cottage gardens. Freshly painted tin roof. Newly capped and re-mortared chimney. Windows have just been re-glazed and painted. Updated electrical panel. This lovely house features large windows which bring light and warmth. Water heater replaced this year. Don't miss this opportunity to own one of the most charming houses in Ashland!
Public Records
Nov 1, 2001
Sold
$85,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,206 (+12.3%)
$102,600 + $169,700
$272,300
2024
$1,963 (+19.4%)
$97,600 + $144,800
$242,400
2023
$1,645 (+5.6%)
$87,600 + $126,000
$213,600
2022
$1,558 (+11.6%)
$77,600 + $114,700
$192,300
2021
$1,396 (+4.0%)
$77,600 + $94,700
$172,300
2020
$1,341 (+12.3%)
$77,600 + $88,000
$165,600
2019
$1,195
$62,600 + $84,900
$147,500
2018
$1,195 (+23.0%)
$62,600 + $84,900
$147,500
2017
$971
$53,000 + $66,900
$119,900
2016
$971
$53,000 + $66,900
$119,900
2014
$971
$53,000 + $66,900
$119,900
Tax history for 501 Henry Clay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,206 (+12.3%)
$102,600 + $169,700
$272,300
2024
$1,963 (+19.4%)
$97,600 + $144,800
$242,400
2023
$1,645 (+5.6%)
$87,600 + $126,000
$213,600
2022
$1,558 (+11.6%)
$77,600 + $114,700
$192,300
2021
$1,396 (+4.0%)
$77,600 + $94,700
$172,300
2020
$1,341 (+12.3%)
$77,600 + $88,000
$165,600
2019
$1,195
$62,600 + $84,900
$147,500
2018
$1,195 (+23.0%)
$62,600 + $84,900
$147,500
2017
$971
$53,000 + $66,900
$119,900
2016
$971
$53,000 + $66,900
$119,900
2014
$971
$53,000 + $66,900
$119,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
876
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hanover County
APN
7870-42-2686
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-2
Residential Limited District
Residential District R-2 encompasses low-density residential areas, both existing and planned. The following regulations are designed to stabilize, protect and promote this type of development. This district should provide a suitable environment for families who desire quiet homesites without fear of encroachment of dissimilar uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Office
Public service
Educational/school
Park & open space
Oct 26, 2022 • Final
Plumbing
Replace the sewer line.
Plumbing
Feb 15, 2003 • Final
Mechanical hvac
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Laundry
Description: Washer and Dryer
Level: First
Dimensions: 8.0 x 3.8
Length: 8.0
Width: 3.8
Room 3 Information
Kitchen
Description: Refrigerator, range,dishwasher
Level: First
Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.0
Length: 10.5
Width: 8.0
Room 4 Information
Bedroom 2
Description: Refinished Hardwood Flrs, New Windows
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.7
Length: 11.6
Width: 10.7
Room 5 Information
Description: Refinished Hardwood Flrs, New Windows, Closet
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.6 x 11.0
Length: 11.6
Width: 11.0
Room 6 Information
Dining Room
Description: Refinished Hardwd Flrs, New Windows
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.0 x 11.4
Length: 11.0
Width: 11.4
Room 7 Information
Great Room
Description: Refinished Harwood Floor,New Windows FP
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.0 x 11.4
Length: 15.0
Width: 11.4
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Stacked
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Decorative
Equipment
Appliances: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Flooring: Wood
Other Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Fireplace, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Main Level Primary, Wired for Data
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Approximate
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Asbestos, Drywall, Frame, Plaster, Shingle Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch, Storage, Shed
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy, Wood, Fenced
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.26
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Lot Size Dimensions: 75 X 156
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level
Zoning Description: R2
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 876
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $213,600
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,644.70
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 876
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Hanover County
APN: 7870-42-2686
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Henry Clay Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Liberty Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
6/10
Patrick Henry High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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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Ashland, VA • 23005
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$298,000 – $360,000
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