Completely renovated and modernized ranch home is almost like an Idea House. This house was taken down to the studs and rebuilt by a meticulous engineer including all new insulation, electrical wiring, plumbing HVAC, windows, doors, trim & appliances. The Must See kitchen includes lots of cabinets, 2 sinks, smart appliances and huge entertainment island. The Master Suite has a tiled shower, his n her sinks and a big walk-in closet with built-ins. The charming open floor plan has hardwood floors and includes features like Nest Smart thermostat, LeGrand outlets and switches, recessed can lights and more! Other features include a new oversized garage with 13' ceilings, detached carport with paved drive, a huge 1.49-acre lot and a full basement just waiting for the new owner's ideas to finish. This marvelous home is located in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from downtown. There's a lot here for $180 per square foot! Even includes a charging port for EV.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
1.49 acresLot Size
$183Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Tommy DeWitt• Dewitt Real Estate & Auctions
Unique 1100+ sq ft stone & block home w/ 3 bdrms (1 has no closet), hardwood floors throughout, EI kitchen, full, partially finished basement, 1 car metal CP & a glassed in sun porch + a new 3 bdrm septic system to be installed on July 14th +-, new water line from house to meter . . Past tenants have used the basement as a bdrm & den. Huge double lot of 1.43 acres w/ long frontage that extends almost to the left side of the driveway at 150 Wells Road (orange fiberglass stake w/ flagging at approx corner) w/ an enormous Catalpa tree that is probably 8 to 9 ft around at the base. The house and lots are tax assessed at $116,620.200 amp breaker box, heatpump 6-7 yrs old , EDPM (rubber) roof approx 10yrs old. Sold strictly as is, seller will do no repairs.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,370 (+32.8%)
$29,900 + $214,800
$244,700
2025
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2024
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2023
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2022
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2021
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2020
$1,032 (+58.1%)
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2019
$653
$31,000 + $76,000
$107,000
2018
$653 (+2.5%)
$31,000 + $76,000
$107,000
2017
$637
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
2016
$637 (+8.9%)
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
2015
$585
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
2014
$585
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
Tax history for 164 Wells Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,370 (+32.8%)
$29,900 + $214,800
$244,700
2025
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2024
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2023
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2022
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2021
$1,032
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2020
$1,032 (+58.1%)
$25,000 + $144,200
$169,200
2019
$653
$31,000 + $76,000
$107,000
2018
$653 (+2.5%)
$31,000 + $76,000
$107,000
2017
$637
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
2016
$637 (+8.9%)
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
2015
$585
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
2014
$585
$28,500 + $76,000
$104,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.49 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,312
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Amherst County
APN
155D A 26
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Smart Thermostat
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,550
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Block, Stone, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Security System
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.491
Zoning Description: R1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,200
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Amherst
Elementary School: Madison Heights Elem
Middle Or Junior School: Monelison Midl
High School: Amherst High
Location Information
Directions: Route 29 North to Madison Heights, 2nd Exit (Rt 163) to Right on Wells Road. House on Right near end of street.
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,312
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 155D A 26
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
AttributionContact: DEWITTRE@AOL.COM 434-941-1305
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Schools
Madison Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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Monelison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Amherst County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi
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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 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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