Charming 3-Bedroom Rambler with Spacious Yard and Privacy just minutes off James Monroe Hwy in Madison County, Culpeper, VA! You can always DIY a home's interior but lots like these with privacy don't come around often -- here's your opportunity to snag over an acre of land with the "right-sized" home and make it your own. Minutes from Downtown Culpeper shopping. Great location. Quiet peaceful area. Welcome to this cozy 3-bedroom, 1-bath rambler, nestled in a peaceful rural setting. This home offers a perfect balance of comfort and space with plenty of room for all your needs. The large, fully FENCED backyard provides a private retreat, ideal for outdoor activities, parking recreational vehicles (RVs), or even keeping chickens and dogs. With a spacious deck overlooking the trees, you’ll have the perfect spot to relax or entertain. Mulberry trees and wild blackberries produce enough fruit to make pies! This home also has additional storage sheds on a concrete pad that could also serve as a patio or place for a detached garage or carport, offering plenty of workspace for all your projects. Inside, you’ll find modest updates that give the home a fresh and welcoming feel perfect for a first home or downsizing to just the right amount of space. Whether you're looking to enjoy the tranquility of nature, have space for your vehicles and pets, or simply want a place to call home in a quiet rural community, this property has it all! Close to Downtown Culpeper for shopping and Downtown Orange, too! Convenient to Mountain Run Lake Park and Rockwater Park for weekend outings. Hop over to Battlefield Country Store for ice cream or some farm fresh groceries. Broadband internet available.
Welcome home! This gorgeous rancher is clean, serene and move-in ready! Sitting on an acre of land and featuring a newer roof, new flooring, upgraded lighting and fixtures, stainless appliances, stone countertops, large rear deck and a huge fenced-in back yard, this beautiful home won't last long! Close enough to town to be convenient and far enough away to offer peace and quiet. Schedule a showing today!
BRIGHT MLS #VAMA107652
Jul 5, 2019
Sold
$184,900
$193/sq ft
Jun 5, 2019
Pending
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May 10, 2019
Listed
$184,900
$193/sq ft
+20
Enjoy One Level Living on Over an Acre of Land!! Renovated to Include: Stainless Steel Appliances, Carpet, Paint, Upgraded Lighting and Fixtures! Home Offers: Eat in Kitchen that Opens Up to the Private and Fenced Rear Yard!
CAAR #584566
Jun 26, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 6, 2019
Listed
$187,400
$195/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAMA107624
May 10, 2019
Listing Removed
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May 2, 2019
Listed
$187,400
$195/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAMA107556
May 2, 2019
Listing Removed
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Apr 5, 2019
Listed
$187,400
$195/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAMA107042
Apr 5, 2019
Listing Removed
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Mar 8, 2019
Listed
$187,400
$195/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAMA107010
Mar 8, 2019
Listing Removed
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Feb 22, 2019
Listed
$187,400
$195/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAMA103790
Feb 22, 2019
Listing Removed
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Dec 26, 2018
Listed
$189,900
$198/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,713 (+82.9%)
$57,000 + $174,500
$231,500
2024
$937
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2023
$937
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2022
$937
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2021
$937 (+4.2%)
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2020
$899 (+173.2%)
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2019
$329 (−62.4%)
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2018
$874
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2017
$874
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2016
$874
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2014
$874 (+1.4%)
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2013
$862
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
Tax history for 1458 Fords Shop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,713 (+82.9%)
$57,000 + $174,500
$231,500
2024
$937
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2023
$937
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2022
$937
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2021
$937 (+4.2%)
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2020
$899 (+173.2%)
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2019
$329 (−62.4%)
$47,000 + $79,600
$126,600
2018
$874
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2017
$874
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2016
$874
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2014
$874 (+1.4%)
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
2013
$862
$62,000 + $66,600
$128,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.02 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
42A 3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $79,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane
Other Structures: Shed
Exterior Information
Fencing: Rear
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $47,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 960
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $937
Tax Assessed Value: $126,600
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $937
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: James Monroe Hwy to Leon Rd to Right on Fords Shop Rd. Home is on the LEFT
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 42A 3
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Waverly Yowell Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 6.7mi
4/10
William H. Wetsel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.7mi
4/10
Madison County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.8mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
4% 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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Historical weather
Culpeper, VA • 22701
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$315,000 – $381,000
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