For sale

$459,900

261 Blue Ridge Ln, Amherst, VA 24521

3beds

3,119sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1999

1.22 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$147/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

No-clog gutter guardsOver an acreCovered front porchPantry spaceBack deckAdditional flex room

Welcome to Blue Ridge Lane in Amherst, where convenience and charm come together in a prime in-town location. Enjoy sidewalks that lead you throughout town to local restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences. Nestled on over an acre, this inviting Cape Cod offers a private backyard retreat with mature trees and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, a dedicated office or flex space that could easily serve as a 4th bedroom, hardwood floors throughout the main level, a spacious living room with fireplace, and room for a large formal dining table. The main level also features laundry, pantry space, and an additional flex room. Downstairs offers more room to spread out with a recreation room, exercise space, and an additional living area. Relax on the covered front porch (Trex 2025) with your morning coffee or spend evenings unwinding on the back deck(replaced 2024). Additional updates include new heat pumps & no-clog gutter guards.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 210
Dimensions: 15 x 14

Bedroom

Dimensions: 0 x 0

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 280
Dimensions: 14 x 20

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 156
Dimensions: 12 x 13

Bedroom 4

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Bedroom 5

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 154
Dimensions: 14 x 11

Family room

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Great room

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Living room

Level: First
Area: 196
Dimensions: 14 x 14

Office

Level: First
Area: 168
Dimensions: 12 x 14

Heating

Heat Pump, Two-Zone

Cooling

Heat Pump, Two-Zone

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Separate Laundry Rm., Washer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Great Room, High Speed Internet, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Pantry, Separate Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Attic: Access
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,119
Total interior livable area: 3,119 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,100
Finished area below ground: 1,019

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Property

Parking

Parking features: Paved Drive
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two

Lot

Size: 1.22 Acres
Features: Landscaped, Secluded

Details

Additional structures: Storage
Parcel number: 96A295
Zoning: A1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape Cod
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1999

Utilities & green energy

Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: County
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Amherst

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $147/sqft
Tax assessed value: $253,800
Annual tax amount: $2,718
Date on market: 5/11/2026
Cumulative days on market: 5 days

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/11/2026	Listed for sale	$459,900+67.2%$147/sqft
Source: LMLS #366488 Report a problem
12/16/2019	Sold	$275,000+10%$88/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/21/2014	Sold	$250,000-3.8%$80/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
8/27/2014	Price change	$259,900-1.9%$83/sqft
Source: Montague Miller & Co. Realtors #520770 Report a problem
7/3/2014	Price change	$264,900-1.9%$85/sqft
Source: Montague Miller & Co. Realtors #520770 Report a problem
5/6/2014	Listed for sale	$269,900$87/sqft
Source: Montague Miller & Co. Realtors #520770 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$1,548	$253,800
2023	$1,548	$253,800
2022	$1,548	$253,800
2021	$1,548	$253,800
2020	$1,548 +3.6%	$253,800 +3.6%
2018	$1,494 0%	$244,900
2017	$1,494	$244,900
2016	$1,494 +8.9%	$244,900
2015	$1,371 +100%	$244,900
2014	$686 -43.6%	$244,900 +4.8%
2013	$1,215	$233,700
2012	$1,215	$233,700
2011	$1,215	$233,700
2010	$1,215	$233,700
2009	$1,215 -20%	$233,700
2008	$1,519 +26.1%	$233,700 +18.3%
2007	$1,205	$197,500
2006	$1,205	$197,500
2005	$1,205 +1194%	$197,500 +14.6%
2004	$93	$172,400
2003	$93 -90.4%	$172,400
2002	$965 +9.1%	$172,400 +36.4%
2001	$885	$126,400

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