Welcome Home to 1242 Blue Ridge Ave – A Fresh Start Awaits. Imagine pulling into your driveway, greeted by a beautifully renovated home with a brand-new roof and garage door. As you step inside, a sense of warmth and comfort welcomes you—fresh paint, updated floors, and modern finishes create a space that feels both timeless and brand new. The heart of the home, the kitchen, is a chef’s dream—completely upgraded with sleek new appliances, stunning countertops, and an open layout that makes cooking and gathering effortless. Just beyond, a spacious deck invites you to step outside with your morning coffee, soaking in the peaceful surroundings. Upstairs, the bedrooms are light-filled and inviting, but one has a special touch—a private deck, where you can unwind under the stars or start your day with fresh air and a quiet moment to yourself. Downstairs, the fully finished walkout basement offers endless possibilities. Whether it's a cozy movie night, a guest retreat, or even a home office, this extra space is ready to adapt to your needs. And with a private bedroom downstairs, it’s perfect for guests or multigenerational living. The best part? There’s no HOA—just the freedom to enjoy your home, your way. Every detail in this home has been thoughtfully updated, from the new HVAC ensuring year-round comfort to the stylish bathroom and kitchen renovations that make everyday living feel a little more luxurious. Now, all that's missing is you. Schedule your tour today and see how it feels to come home to 1242 Blue Ridge Ave.
Single-familyProperty Type
1934Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$195Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Shoukoufa Aboubakri• Real Broker, LLC
•844-551-7325 (broker)
•dmvbroker@therealbrokerage.com (broker)
Listed by Shawn Battle• Real Broker, LLC
•844-551-7325 (broker)
•dmvbroker@therealbrokerage.com (broker)
Bought with Brittney Hunt• Pearson Smith Realty LLC
Investors Dream! Or great for someone who is interested in gaining from sweat equity. 4 Sided brick solid brick home with large corner lot on a beautiful historic street in downtown Culpeper. Original hardwood floors throughout, excluding baths and kitchen, which would be stunning if sanded and stained. Large living/family room with brick fireplace. Large dining room that opens to a side screened porch, also accessible from the kitchen back door. Charming large kitchen with unique table area with a wonderful window view. Second floor offers 3 huge bedrooms with multiple closets, 1 full bath with room to add a master bath and upper level laundry. One of the bedrooms opens to the upper level deck. DO NOT WALK OUT ON IT! The basement has a finished bedroom with brick fireplace with plenty of room to add another bath. The unfinished area would make a great rec-room with a walk out door and entry from the garage. Current owner investor just bought this on May 2nd but was under contract to purchase for 2 months as it needed court approval as it was owned by a Church. While under contract they were transferred out of state and no longer able to do the re-hab. New 4 ton HVAC unit purchased and is available at a below purchased price, along with fantastic quote for all duct work for central heat and air. Great quote for all windows as well available.
BRIGHT MLS #VACU2007174
May 2, 2024
Sold
$320,000
$116/sq ft
Mar 30, 2024
Pending
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Mar 25, 2024
Price Changed
$389,900
$141/sq ft
Mar 6, 2024
Listed
$419,950
$152/sq ft
+29
STEP BACK IN TIME! Lots of original charm left in this 1930s all-brick Colonial at the corner of iconic Blue Ridge Avenue and Madison Road. Conveniently located to Culpeper's downtown shopping and dining. Bring your plans to restore this home to its original glory. Corner lot boasts large trees and landscaping waiting for a gardener's green thumb. Large rear and side yards offer lots of outdoor space. Come inside to the front hall featuring the original staircase and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The spacious living room offers a fireplace with a traditional mantel. The separate formal dining room has an adorable built-in corner hutch and access to the screened-in porch. The kitchen has wonderful potential for expansion into the current pantry space. .. . Or convert to a laundry room/mudroom. Main-level powder room just off the living room. Upstairs you will find a huge primary bedroom with 3 separate closets and lots of natural light. Two other nice-sized bedrooms are upstairs. Bedroom 3 has access to a rooftop balcony. All share the hall bath with black and white mosaic tiled floors and a tub shower. The basement has potential for additional living space. There is a partially finished recreation room with a fireplace and a separate area that is unfinished with access to the attached garage. Panel box was updated approximately 17 years ago. Roof replaced approximately 20 years old. Gas furnace with hot water radiators heats the home. No central A/C, window units convey. Seller has no knowledge of the condition of the fireplace/chimney. Buyer to conduct all due diligence. Inspections for informational purposes only. Home sold strictly 'as is', seller will make no repairs. DO NOT STEP OUT ONTO THE ROOFTOP BALCONY, IT MAY BE UNSAFE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,469 (+4,210.1%)
$91,300 + $376,400
$467,700
2024
$34 (−97.8%)
$91,300 + $250,300
$341,600
2023
$1,568 (+3.6%)
$72,400 + $268,400
$340,800
2022
$1,513 (+2.0%)
$72,400 + $268,400
$340,800
2021
$1,483 (+1.1%)
$71,500 + $203,600
$275,100
2020
$1,467
$66,100 + $203,600
$269,700
2019
$1,467 (−4.4%)
$45,600 + $191,000
$236,600
2018
$1,535
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2017
$1,535 (−8.2%)
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2016
$1,672 (−51.3%)
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2015
$3,430 (+95.2%)
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2014
$1,757
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2013
$1,758 (+3.7%)
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2012
$1,694 (+14.1%)
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2010
$1,485 (+18.5%)
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2008
$1,252
$58,000 + $170,400
$228,400
Tax history for 1242 Blue Ridge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,469 (+4,210.1%)
$91,300 + $376,400
$467,700
2024
$34 (−97.8%)
$91,300 + $250,300
$341,600
2023
$1,568 (+3.6%)
$72,400 + $268,400
$340,800
2022
$1,513 (+2.0%)
$72,400 + $268,400
$340,800
2021
$1,483 (+1.1%)
$71,500 + $203,600
$275,100
2020
$1,467
$66,100 + $203,600
$269,700
2019
$1,467 (−4.4%)
$45,600 + $191,000
$236,600
2018
$1,535
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2017
$1,535 (−8.2%)
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2016
$1,672 (−51.3%)
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2015
$3,430 (+95.2%)
$45,600 + $183,500
$229,100
2014
$1,757
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2013
$1,758 (+3.7%)
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2012
$1,694 (+14.1%)
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2010
$1,485 (+18.5%)
$48,000 + $163,800
$211,800
2008
$1,252
$58,000 + $170,400
$228,400
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,735
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Culpeper County
APN
41A1 1 A 2
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
R1
Residential District
The R-1 district is composed of certain quiet, low-density residential areas plus certain open areas where similar residential development appears likely to occur. The regulations for this district are designed to stabilize and protect the essential characteristics of the district, to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life where there are children and to restrict all activities of a commercial nature. Further, the regulations of this district are to provide attractive, safe and convenient neighborhoods. To these ends, development is limited to relatively low concentration, and permitted uses are limited basically to single-unit dwellings providing homes for the residents plus certain additional uses such as schools, parks, religious institutions and certain public facilities that serve the residents of the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Washer, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas