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Sold on 08/08/2024

290 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521

$443,000

Last sold 08/08/2024 for $395K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 2,282

    Sqft ($173/Sqft)

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About 290 Sunset Dr

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1964
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 1.2 Acre
Movoto estimate
Property description
Open Sunday 2-4PM. Rare opportunity to own an ideal blend of traditional colonial character with thoughtful renovations incorporating modern amenities on Sunset Dr in Amherst, VA! It's the first time since 1964 that this custom construction has been offered. 2300 sq ft of classic elegance, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large living room and den each w/ it's own fireplace, covered patio area, and attached garage all siting on 1.2 acres. The owners showcased traditional colonial architecture to perfection with the symmetrical design, salvaged double brick, grand foyer, main level living, and equally spacious bedrooms. New updates throughout include: kitchen & bathroom cabinetry w/ quartz countertops, SS appliances, tile showers, fresh paint w/ timeless color scheme, refinished hardwood floors, electrical fixtures, 5 ton heat pump, and updated plumbing. The upper level of the home creates a unique opportunity to add additional square footage w/ framed walls in place. Full unfinished basement.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Rikki Cheatham
Listing Office - Elite Realty
Source: Lynchburg MLS mls logo
MLS#353645 • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked Lynchburg MLS for data 11 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Heat Pump
Heating Heat Pump
Levels/Style One And One Half, Colonial
SqFt 2282
SubType Single Family Residence
Status Closed/Sold
Type Residential
Lot Size (Acres) 1.2
Lot Size (SqFt) 52272
Estimated Taxes 1673
Year Built 1964
Construction Status Completed
Interior
Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 2
Bedroom #2 13x16 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
# Bedrooms 3
Master Bedroom 19x13 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Bedroom #3 13x10 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Living Room 22x15 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Basement Exterior Entrance, Full, Interior Entrance, Sump Pump
Other Room(s) Safe Room
Attic Floored, Partial Finished, Walk In, Walk-Up Stairs, Windows
Dining Room 13.50x11.90 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Foyer 18.50x7.50 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Laundry Basement, Dryer Connection, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Washer Connections
Kitchen 17x10.40 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Den 19x15 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace 2 Fireplaces, Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, Great Room, Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Den, Primary Bed W/Bath, Paneling, Tile Bath(s)
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Exterior
Exterior Brick, Vinyl Siding
Roof Shingle
# Garage Spaces 22x22 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Attached Garage 2 Car
Exterior Features Patio, Landscaped, Storm Windows, Storm Doors, Mountain Views
Patio 14x16 Level: Level 1 Above Grade
Other Structures Storage Building
Amenities / Utilities
Utility - Electric AEP/Appalachian Powr
Sewer/ Septic County, Septic Tank, Other
Water Heater Electric
Water County, Other
Location
County/ City Amherst
Area Amherst
Elementary School Amherst Elem
Middle School Amherst Midl
School District Amherst
High School Amherst High
Zoning R1
Directions Use GPS- Main Street In Amherst To Kenmore Rd (can Come Either Way) And Then Once On Kenmore Take An Immediate Left Onto Sunset Dr. Property On Right.
$443K
Range: $411K-$474K
Last 30 days 
  • Sep 2024
    Public Records
  • Sep 13, 2024 Sold
    $395,000
  • Sep 2024
    mls logo MLS # 353645
  • Sep 13, 2024 Closed
    $395,000 (-1.2%)
  • Aug 8, 2024 Pending
    —
  • Jul 24, 2024 Listed
    $399,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2026
    $1,987 +6.4%
    $306,000
  • 2025
    $1,867 +11.6%
    $306,000
  • 2024
    $1,673
    $306,000 +11.6%
  • 2023
    $1,673
    $274,200
  • 2022
    $1,673
    $274,200
  • 2021
    $1,673
    $274,200
  • 2020
    $1,673 +6.9%
    $274,200
  • 2019
    $1,564
    $274,200 +6.94%
  • 2018
    $1,564
    $256,400
  • 2017
    $1,564
    $256,400
  • 2016
    $1,564 +8.9%
    $256,400
  • 2015
    $1,436
    —
  • 290 Sunset Dr
    $395K
  • Amherst
    —
  • 24521
    $399K 0% y/y
  • Amherst
    $399K -1% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
286 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $363,000 3/2 2,184 0.03
318 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $342,000 3/2 1,874 0.05
305 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $396,000 —/— — 0.05
303 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $441,000 4/2 2,374 0.05
289 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $397,000 3/3 2,322 0.06
266 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $453,000 4/3 2,850 0.07
277 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $393,000 4/2 2,285 0.08
273 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521 $316,000 3/2 1,588 0.1

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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