Nestled in the heart of Meadowbrook Hills, this beautiful home blends timeless character with modern updates. Situated on a unique lot that fronts both Dairy Road & Rugby Road, this property offers development potential for lot division (plat available; buyer to verify) & ample room for an addition. The home features a generous walk-up attic flooded with natural light from multiple windows & skylights—ready to be finished into a spacious suite, additional bedrooms, a home office, or a recreation room. Inside, you'll find a gracious living room with a cozy fireplace & custom built-ins, as well as an inviting dining room with a second fireplace—perfect for hosting or relaxing evenings. The kitchen flows into a charming sitting area, with access to a private rear deck and a covered side porch—ideal for indoor/outdoor living & entertaining. The main-level primary suite is spacious, with newly tiled bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout. A deep hall closet could easily accommodate main-level laundry. The terrace level features new flooring, family room/bedroom, full bath, laundry, ample storage & access to the entertaining deck. Fresh paint inside/out. Conditioned garage. Don't miss this opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated home.
Transformed character rich Meadowbrook Hills cottage. Lot fronts on Dairy Road on one side and Rugby Road on the other. Seller believes lot division is possible. Plat available. Large ready to finish walk up attic with many windows/skylights would significantly increase the size of this charming home. Create a large suite, multiple bedrooms, recreation room, offices and more. Generous living room with fireplace and built-in cabinetry. Inviting dining room with second fireplace. Updated open plan kitchen offers adjacent sitting area with access to oversized rear deck, or covered side porch. Spacious primary suite. Hardwood floors throughout main level. New tile floors in both main level bathrooms. if desired, deep closet on main level could accommodate optional main level laundry. Large stone side terrace for entertaining, or relax and enjoy your favorite beverage. New garage roof. Tons of storage. List of many other improvements available.
Public Records
Jun 16, 2020
Sold
$480,000
$254/sq ft
CAAR #603423
May 6, 2020
Listed
$512,400
$272/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 18, 2003
Sold
$365,000
$193/sq ft
CAAR #351050
Sep 28, 2003
Listed
$379,000
$201/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 1997
Sold
$174,900
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,541 (+116.7%)
$332,000 + $520,500
$852,500
2025
$3,941 (−47.0%)
$332,000 + $520,500
$852,500
2024
$7,438 (+4,344.3%)
$307,000 + $487,000
$794,000
2023
$167 (−97.5%)
$291,400 + $457,300
$748,700
2022
$6,743 (+44.9%)
$291,400 + $444,700
$736,100
2021
$4,653 (−6.3%)
$291,400 + $400,500
$691,900
2020
$4,969
$187,400 + $325,000
$512,400
2019
$4,969 (+2,299.1%)
$187,400 + $325,000
$512,400
2018
$207 (−95.5%)
$170,400 + $325,000
$495,400
2017
$4,597 (+5.4%)
$148,200 + $325,048
$473,248
2016
$4,362 (+5.6%)
$123,500 + $325,100
$448,600
2014
$4,132
$122,300 + $300,600
$422,900
Tax history for 1426 Dairy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,541 (+116.7%)
$332,000 + $520,500
$852,500
2025
$3,941 (−47.0%)
$332,000 + $520,500
$852,500
2024
$7,438 (+4,344.3%)
$307,000 + $487,000
$794,000
2023
$167 (−97.5%)
$291,400 + $457,300
$748,700
2022
$6,743 (+44.9%)
$291,400 + $444,700
$736,100
2021
$4,653 (−6.3%)
$291,400 + $400,500
$691,900
2020
$4,969
$187,400 + $325,000
$512,400
2019
$4,969 (+2,299.1%)
$187,400 + $325,000
$512,400
2018
$207 (−95.5%)
$170,400 + $325,000
$495,400
2017
$4,597 (+5.4%)
$148,200 + $325,048
$473,248
2016
$4,362 (+5.6%)
$123,500 + $325,100
$448,600
2014
$4,132
$122,300 + $300,600
$422,900
*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
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Sq. Ft.
1,866
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charlottesville
APN
410017000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 18, 2026.
R-1
AIA
Single-Family Residential District
The single-family residential zoning districts are established to provide and protect quiet,low-density residential areas wherein the predominant pattern of residential development is the single-family dwelling.There are four (4) categories of single-family zoning districts:(1) R-1,consisting of low-density residential areas:
Utilities: Cable Available, Fiber Optic Available, High Speed Internet Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Trailblazer
Middle Or Junior School: Charlottesville Middle
High School: Charlottesville
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 1426 DAIRY RD
Directions: From Rugby Road toward 250 Bypass, continue to Dairy Road, house on left. From 250 Bypass take Dairy Road exit, follow Dairy Road to house on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,866
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1976
County: Charlottesville
APN: 410017000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 18, 2026
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Schools
Walker Upper Elementary School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Buford Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
3/10
Charlottesville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 103° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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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Charlottesville, VA • 22903
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$787,000 – $952,000
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