SOLD MAY 1, 2026

Off market may 2026 for $600K

$628,897

•

762

sq ft

899 Wares Gap Rd, Monroe, VA 24574

About this home

Tucked away atop Tobacco Row Mountain, this extraordinary 96.78-acre mountain retreat features a beautifully restored circa 1838 log cabin and an adjacent but separate tax parcel of 11+ acres ( being part of the 96.78 acres) with driveway to CLEARED mountaintop homesite, over 2000 ft. elevation, with well/septic and stunning 360 degree views. The 1.5-story historic cabin showcases hand-hewn V-notch logs, two wood-burning stone fireplaces, yellow pine tongue-and-groove ceilings, solid oak floors, American chestnut logs and details, and all new windows. THE CABIN HAS FIREFLY HIGH SPEED FIBER INTERNET!!! The fully rebuilt kitchen & bath (2025) include custom rustic ash cabinetry, chestnut wood shelving, new appliances, custom tile, and stone accents straight from the nearby James River. Major upgrades include new 200-amp service, updated plumbing & electrical, two mini-splits, new pressure tank & hot water heater. Spring-fed water system with 1,175-gallon gravity-fed tank. Septic permitted for 2BR. Mostly wooded acreage with trails, streams, springs, cleared meadow, and a 12x28 storage barn. Ideal weekend retreat, recreational haven, including future homesite with a spectacular panoramic view!!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1838Year Built

96.78 acresLot Size

$825Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by JIM FAULCONER • MCLEAN FAULCONER INC., REALTOR

Listed by WILL FAULCONER • MCLEAN FAULCONER INC., REALTOR

Bought with Unrepresented Buyer • UnrepresentedBuyer

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•Source:CAAR #673824

Redfin Estimate

$628,897

$29K since sold in May 2026$7,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 155.3% higher than the average sale price ($246K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$265,400
A
3 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft
2050 High Peak Rd Rd, Monroe, VA 24574
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$243,700
B
2 beds1 bath1,256 sq ft
1358 S Coolwell Rd, Madison Heights, VA 24572
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$210,000
C
3 beds1 bath947 sq ft
137 Higginbotham Creek Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$277,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,013 sq ft
1481 Winesap Rd, Madison Heights, VA 24572
SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$90,000
E
3 beds2 baths780 sq ft
603 Burley Hollow Road Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
SOLD JAN 8, 2026
$392,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,008 sq ft
2632 Wagon Trail Rd, Monroe, VA 24574

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Market trends in 24521, VA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

97.8%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$350K

$19K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

22 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

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Sale history for 899 Wares Gap Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$382 (−1.7%)

$314,300 + $3,000

$317,300

2025

$389 (−75.9%)

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2024

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2023

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2022

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2021

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2020

$1,617 (+20.4%)

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2019

$1,343

$220,100

2018

$1,343

$220,100

2017

$1,342

$220,100

2016

$1,342 (+8.9%)

$220,100

2015

$1,233

$220,100

2014

$1,232

$220,100

Tax history for 899 Wares Gap Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$382 (−1.7%)

$314,300 + $3,000

$317,300

2025

$389 (−75.9%)

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2024

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2023

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2022

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2021

$1,617

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2020

$1,617 (+20.4%)

$262,000 + $3,000

$265,000

2019

$1,343

$220,100

2018

$1,343

$220,100

2017

$1,342

$220,100

2016

$1,342 (+8.9%)

$220,100

2015

$1,233

$220,100

2014

$1,232

$220,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

96.78 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Vacant Land

County

Amherst County

APN

78 A 2,21

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 1

Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 2 Information
Type: Bathroom
Level: First

Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Remodeled, Sitting Area in Primary, Eat-in Kitchen

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,098
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Log, Stick Built

Exterior Features
Roof: Copper
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch, Wood

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Above Grade Finished Area: 762
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
AboveGradeFinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public Records
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
BelowGradeFinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public Records
Green Energy Efficient: Exposure/Shade

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 96.78
Lot Features: Garden, Partially Cleared, Private, Wooded
Topography: Mountainous
Road Frontage Type: Public Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $194.59
Parcel Number: 78 A 2 & 78 A 21
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Fiber Optic Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Spring

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ductless
Has Heating
Heating: Dual System, Electric

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Pleasant View
Middle Or Junior School: Monelison
High School: Amherst

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 899 WARES GAP RD
Directions: In Amherst, take Rt. 60 west, to left turn on Rt. 610 , Puppy Creek Rd., left on Rt. 636, Wares Gap Rd. to #899 ( driveway with gate) on left, near top of ridge and the intersection w/ Grant's Hollow Rd..

Community Information
Community Features: Stream

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 96.78 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 78 A 2,21

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Temperance Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.7mi

9/10

Amherst Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi

6/10

Amherst County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.2mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

5/10 Fire Factor

3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 101° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% 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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Historical weather

Monroe, VA • 24574

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Monroe. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.2 hrs

5 hrs

JuneDecember

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