Charming Colonial Home with Great Potential in Ashland. Opportunity awaits in this spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offering nearly 2,000 square feet of living space. Located in a prime central Ashland neighborhood near Randolph Macon College, buyers will enjoy quick access to popular dining spots, shopping centers and major interstate routes - making this an ideal location for commuter and city-lovers alike. This property is perfect for investors, DIY enthusiasts, or anyone looking to customize their dream home. With solid bones and generous square footage, the possibilities are endless. Bring your vision and creativity to breathe new life into this hidden gem!
Sold for $251,000 on 08/07/25
$251,000
505 N James St, Ashland, VA 23005
3beds
1,998sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
9,365.4 Square Feet Lot
$260,600 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$2,125 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 12:15pm
Listed by:
Amy Pryor (804)937-6078,
Long & Foster REALTORS,
Kyle Yeatman 804-516-6413,
Long & Foster REALTORS
Bought with:
Amy Pryor, 0225060008
Long & Foster REALTORS
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2513104
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,998 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,998
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 9,365 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 7870740620
- Zoning description: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Dutch Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Drywall, Frame
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ashland
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$260,600