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491 Mountain Ridge Ln, Shipman, VA 22971
About this home
Welcome to your dream home with breathtaking 180-degree mountain views in Nelson County! This custom-built beauty is just minutes from the renowned vineyard and brewery trail and has thoughtful, mature landscaping including fruit trees, a fenced in raised garden bed and an oversized shed. Featuring three spacious bedrooms and a large finished bonus room, this home is designed for comfort and style. Step into the first floor, where you'll be greeted by elegant cherry hardwood floors, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the great room. The primary suite boasts a generous walk-in closet, while a second bedroom and full bathroom offer additional convenience. Enjoy serene mornings and evenings on the expansive back deck, soaking in the stunning mountain views. Upstairs, the open layout provides a perfect overlook to the great room below. Discover a third bedroom, another full bathroom, and a versatile finished bonus room with a closet and ample storage. This mountain oasis is perfectly situated just 45 minutes south of Charlottesville and 40 minutes north of Lynchburg, making it an ideal retreat with easy access to city amenities. Come and experience the tranquility and beauty of this remarkable home!
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Tax history for 491 Mountain Ridge Ln
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Interior
- Virtual Tour Information
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 3
- # of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
- # of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 3
- Bedroom Information
- # of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
- Room 1 Information
- Type: Primary Bathroom
- Level: First
- Room 2 Information
- Type: Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Room 3 Information
- Type: Bathroom
- Level: First
- Room 4 Information
- Type: Great Room
- Level: First
- Room 5 Information
- Type: Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Room 6 Information
- Type: Bonus Room
- Level: Second
- Room 7 Information
- Type: Bedroom
- Level: First
- Room 8 Information
- Type: Primary Bedroom
- Level: First
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
- Interior Features
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows
- Interior Features: Primary Downstairs
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Area Total: 1,898
- Foundation Details: Block
- Construction Materials: Stick Built
- Exterior Features
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Property Information
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
- PropertyAttachedYN: No
- Levels: One and One Half
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1,898
- AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
- BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
- Lot Information
- Lot Size Acres: 6.17
- Zoning: RA Rural Area
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,010
- Parcel Number: 69 14 8
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Fiber Optic Available
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water Source: Private, Well
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Cooling
- Cooling: Central Air
- Has Heating
- Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Location
- School Information
- Elementary School: Nelson
- Middle Or Junior School: Nelson
- High School: Nelson
- Location Information
- Unparsed Address: 491 MOUNTAIN RIDGE LN
- Directions: GPS
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,622
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 6.17 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 2011
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Nelson County
- APN: 69 14 8
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.5mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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