Terrific investment opportunity in an unparalleled location! Walkable to UVA Grounds, Medical Center and Scott Stadium! Located in the Oakhurst–Gildersleeve Neighborhood Historic District, this handsome 1940s Tudor Revival stone cottage offers three bedrooms, two full baths, with 1.5 stories plus partially finished lower level. Large wood-paneled living room with wood-burning fireplace opens onto the similarly paneled dining room featuring charming built-ins. Updated kitchen and newer windows. Second level includes large study/loft space and spacious bedroom with en suite bath, plus good closet and storage space. Lower level features a bonus room, laundry room and good storage. Mature trees and plants and expansive rear patio are some of the outdoor delights. Large city lot of one-third acre could allow for further expansion, especially in light of the new R-B Zoning that allows up to 6 units. Freshly painted inside and out. Recent landscaping and driveway improvements.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$433Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by PEG GILLILAND• CHARLOTTESVILLE SOLUTIONS
Rare Opportunity in this Delightful 1940's Solid Stone Tudor Cottage! Hardwood Floors, Fireplace, Updated Kitchen, Replacement Windows and more. .. You will fall in love with the Charm and Character. All located in the Historic Oakhurst/Gildersleeve Neighborhood amazingly close to UVA and the Hospital. Truly One of a Kind.
Public Records
Jan 27, 1984
Sold
$85,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,855 (+2.7%)
$222,000 + $463,100
$685,100
2025
$6,674 (+4.5%)
$222,000 + $463,100
$685,100
2024
$6,384 (+2.8%)
$222,000 + $451,700
$673,700
2023
$6,207 (+11.1%)
$192,000 + $452,100
$644,100
2022
$5,587 (+45.1%)
$189,600 + $449,500
$639,100
2021
$3,850 (+3.1%)
$180,000 + $394,500
$574,500
2020
$3,733 (+4.6%)
$122,800 + $262,600
$385,400
2019
$3,569 (+10.0%)
$110,600 + $257,500
$368,100
2018
$3,245 (+1.2%)
$88,500 + $245,500
$334,000
2017
$3,205 (+2.0%)
$84,300 + $245,530
$329,830
2016
$3,141
$84,300 + $238,800
$323,100
2014
$3,141
$84,300 + $238,800
$323,100
Tax history for 550 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,855 (+2.7%)
$222,000 + $463,100
$685,100
2025
$6,674 (+4.5%)
$222,000 + $463,100
$685,100
2024
$6,384 (+2.8%)
$222,000 + $451,700
$673,700
2023
$6,207 (+11.1%)
$192,000 + $452,100
$644,100
2022
$5,587 (+45.1%)
$189,600 + $449,500
$639,100
2021
$3,850 (+3.1%)
$180,000 + $394,500
$574,500
2020
$3,733 (+4.6%)
$122,800 + $262,600
$385,400
2019
$3,569 (+10.0%)
$110,600 + $257,500
$368,100
2018
$3,245 (+1.2%)
$88,500 + $245,500
$334,000
2017
$3,205 (+2.0%)
$84,300 + $245,530
$329,830
2016
$3,141
$84,300 + $238,800
$323,100
2014
$3,141
$84,300 + $238,800
$323,100
*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, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood
Window Features: Casement Window(s)
Interior Features: Remodeled, Loft
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,086
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Stick Built, Stone, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Roof: Asbestos Shingle, Tile
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Levels: One and One Half
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,439
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 273
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 174
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Lot Features: Historic District
Zoning: RB Residential-Business D
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,312
Parcel Number: 110051000
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
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: Hot Water
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Trailblazer
Middle Or Junior School: Walker & Buford
High School: Charlottesville
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 550 VALLEY RD
Directions: Jefferson Park Ave, turn onto Valley Rd, fourth house on the right (third driveway) OR turn onto Oakhurst Circle to right onto Gildersleeve Wood to right on Valley Rd, house on left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,712
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Charlottesville
APN: 110051000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Venable Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Buford Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Charlottesville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
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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
6/10 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
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$705,000 – $854,000
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