Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home situated on 8 private acres in Amherst County. This property offers a peaceful country setting while still being just a short drive from Town of Amherst, Madison Heights, and Lynchburg. The home features a traditional ranch floor plan with large front porch and a party deck on the rear of the home. Full bath on the main level was recently updated. Full unfinished basement for storage or ready to be finished off for additional square footage. Don't miss the chance to own your own slice of the country in beautiful Amherst County!
Sold for $310,000 on 09/26/25
$310,000
473 Forest Sale Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
3beds
960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
8 Acres Lot
$312,500 Zestimate®
$323/sqft
$1,229 Estimated rent
Home value
$312,500
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,229/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 30, 2025 at 12:42pm
Listed by:
Schyler Coleman Higgins 434-485-9527 schyler@thecornerstonerealty.com,
Cornerstone Realty Group Inc.
Bought with:
Kenneth Crawford, 0225041289
Four Rivers Realty Group, Inc.
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 361359
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
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: 216
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, Main Level Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl Plank
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 960
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 960
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 8 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 48A21
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Amherst
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $310,000-6%$323/sqft |
Source:  LMLS #361359 | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Pending sale | $329,900$344/sqft |
Source: LMLS #361359 | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,900$344/sqft |
Source: LMLS #361359 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $798 | $130,900 |
| 2023 | $798 | $130,900 |
| 2022 | $798 | $130,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 24521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Temperance Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.2 mi
- 8/10Amherst Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.8 mi
- 5/10Amherst County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Amherst Elem
- Middle: Amherst Midl
- High: Amherst High
Source: LMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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