Looking for like-new construction on over an acre? This updated home features an open floor plan, fenced yard, covered front porch, and a spacious back deck perfect for outdoor living. Major upgrades include a metal roof (2020), updated HVAC, plumbing, and electrical (2021), fresh paint, and refinished hardwood floors. The kitchen shines with granite countertops, an oversized island, and custom built-ins for pantry and bath storage. Upstairs offers open living space with beautiful hardwoods, while the finished basement includes a large rec room, primary suite with walk-in closet, and spacious bath. There's also an unfinished area for storage. Outside, you'll find the ultimate man cave: a 28x44 workshop with electricity and an outdoor wood stove that can heat the entire house as an additional heat source. Located just minutes from Sweet Briar College, the town of Amherst, and the 29 Bypass this one has it all!
Pending
$319,900
189 Higginbotham Creek Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
3beds
1,725sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
1.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$185/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementFenced yardLarge rec roomMetal roofSpacious bathOpen floor planGranite countertops
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Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 07:21am
Listed by:
Christina Holmes 434-426-5410 christinaholmes@kw.com,
Keller Williams,
Elizabeth Howell-Jennings 434-941-1275,
Keller Williams
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 360675
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 432
- Dimensions: 18 x 24
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Sump Pump
- Attic: Scuttle
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,725
- Total interior livable area: 1,725 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,115
- Finished area below ground: 610
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Workshop in Garage, Circular Driveway, 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Porch, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 1.33 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Close to Clubhouse, Near Golf Course
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 11043
- Zoning: A1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Amherst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $185/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $117,300
- Annual tax amount: $716
- Date on market: 7/17/2025
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