Exceptional estate property conveniently located close to town while offering the serenity of country living. The lovingly restored and meticulously maintained historic home features stately proportions, attention to period detail, and quality modern amenities. The pristine outbuildings set among beautifully landscaped gardens include a guest house with two bedrooms and two baths, a sauna, an exercise room, six stall barn and riding ring. You will be captivated by the beauty of the magical backdrop of rolling pastures and two ponds. All withing an easy drive of Richmond and Charlottesville. Don't miss the list of features, amenities and historical information in the documents section of the listing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1842Year Built
18.07 acresLot Size
$407Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Pam Dent• Gayle Harvey Real Estate Inc
•434-960-1366 (broker)
•gayle@centralvafarms.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
Exceptional estate property conveniently located close to town while offering the serenity of country living. The lovingly restored and meticulously maintained historic home features stately proportions, attention to period detail, and quality modern amenities. The pristine outbuildings set among beautifully landscaped gardens include a guest house, sauna, exercise room, six stall barn and riding ring . You will be captivated by the beauty of the magical backdrop of rolling pastures and two ponds. All within an easy drive of Richmond and Charlottesville. Don't miss the list of features, amenities, and historical information in the documents section of the listing.
BRIGHT MLS #VAGO100126
Nov 30, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jun 11, 2019
Listed
$1,175,000
$348/sq ft
CAAR #591476
Dec 1, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jun 5, 2019
Listed
$1,175,000
$348/sq ft
CVRMLS #1918765
Nov 30, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jun 5, 2019
Listed
$1,175,000
$348/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 9, 1994
Sold
$400,000
$118/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,781 (+2.6%)
$335,500 + $755,200
$1,090,700
2025
$5,635 (+2.6%)
$326,500 + $736,700
$1,063,200
2024
$5,495 (+2.4%)
$301,500 + $735,200
$1,036,700
2023
$5,366 (+6.5%)
$291,500 + $720,900
$1,012,400
2022
$5,037 (+23.4%)
$279,500 + $670,800
$950,300
2021
$4,082 (+8.6%)
$206,900 + $563,300
$770,200
2020
$3,759
$214,000 + $495,200
$709,200
2019
$3,759 (+4.0%)
$214,000 + $495,200
$709,200
2018
$3,615
$212,000 + $470,100
$682,100
Tax history for 2844 River Rd W
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,781 (+2.6%)
$335,500 + $755,200
$1,090,700
2025
$5,635 (+2.6%)
$326,500 + $736,700
$1,063,200
2024
$5,495 (+2.4%)
$301,500 + $735,200
$1,036,700
2023
$5,366 (+6.5%)
$291,500 + $720,900
$1,012,400
2022
$5,037 (+23.4%)
$279,500 + $670,800
$950,300
2021
$4,082 (+8.6%)
$206,900 + $563,300
$770,200
2020
$3,759
$214,000 + $495,200
$709,200
2019
$3,759 (+4.0%)
$214,000 + $495,200
$709,200
2018
$3,615
$212,000 + $470,100
$682,100
*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
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
18.09 Acres
Year renovated
1982
Sq. Ft.
2,830
Year built
1842
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Goochland County
APN
42-1-0-116-A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
A2
Agricultural - Limited
This district is intended to provide a transitional rural area between the general agricultural district (A-1) and more intense development occurring in the eastern portion of the county. This district allows for agricultural and forestal land uses, comingled with rural residential development (2-acre minimum lot size) and agricultural-based businesses. This district serves to protect agricultural and forestal lands thereby conserving the county's natural resources. The A-2 districts are generally found east of Routes 522 and 607 and west of the Tuckahoe Creek Service District; and are generally designated on the comprehensive plan as rural enhancement area.
Other Structures: Barn, Barn/Farm Building, Barn/Stable, Center Aisle, Guest House, Hay Barn, Horse Stable, Loafing Shed, Machine Shed, Riding Ring, Run-in Shed
Lot Information
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $199,800
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,830
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 345
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 549
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $3,739
Tax Assessed Value: $705,600
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $3,739
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s), Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic Exists
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: GOOCHLAND
Middle Or Junior School: GOOCHLAND
High School: GOOCHLAND
School District Name: GOOCHLAND COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Fom I64 East take exit 159 Gum Spring to US 522 S to River Road W. Property on left, brick pillars with sign saying Brightly. From I-64 West take exit 167 Oilville to State Rte 632 to US 522 N in Maidens.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,830
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 18.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1842
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Goochland County
APN: 42-1-0-116-A
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Goochland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Goochland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
Goochland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$1.31M – $1.58M
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