Set on 3 serene acres in the rolling foothills of northwestern Albemarle County, this beautifully updated brick cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and charm—just minutes from Free Union. Surrounded by picturesque farms and estates, the setting is as peaceful as it is scenic. Inside, the renovated ranch-style home is truly move-in ready, featuring hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and a spacious, light-filled kitchen and dining area ideal for gathering. The main level includes three bedrooms and two full baths, all designed for easy, everyday living, with lovely pastoral views from nearly every angle. A walk-up floored attic provides generous storage, while the finished basement with its own fireplace creates a cozy retreat for relaxing or entertaining. Outside, mature landscaping and shade trees frame the home, and a large storage shed offers plenty of space for tools and equipment. Enjoy the tranquility of country living with the convenience of a quick 20-minute drive to Charlottesville—and easy access to the mountains whenever adventure calls.
Active
Price cut: $11K (5/11)
$599,000
5559 Free Union Rd, Free Union, VA 22940
3beds
2,250sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
3.17 Acres Lot
$589,800 Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 44 days |
- 1,048 |
- 45 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
CARTER MONTAGUE 434-962-3419,
MONTAGUE, MILLER & CO. - WESTFIELD,
KYLE OLSON 540-649-4131,
MONTAGUE, MILLER & CO. - WESTFIELD
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 676053
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of RealtorsTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Primary Downstairs, Home Office
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,850
- Total interior livable area: 2,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,650
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural
Lot
- Size: 3.17 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1725C
- Zoning description: RA Rural Agricultural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement, Stick Built
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Conventional Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Free Union
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $408,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,027
- Date on market: 4/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
Estimated market value
$589,800
$560,000 - $619,000
$3,082/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $599,000-1.8%$266/sqft |
Source:  CAAR #676053 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $610,000$271/sqft |
Source: CAAR #676053 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,649 +12.4% | $408,200 +7.3% |
| 2024 | $3,248 -4.8% | $380,300 -4.8% |
| 2023 | $3,410 +8.4% | $399,300 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $3,146 +6.7% | $368,400 +6.7% |
| 2021 | $2,950 +3.6% | $345,400 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,848 +2.6% | $333,500 +2.6% |
| 2019 | $2,777 +11.5% | $325,200 +9.5% |
| 2018 | $2,492 +108.3% | $297,000 +4.1% |
| 2017 | $1,196 -49.5% | $285,200 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $2,367 +108.4% | $282,100 +1.7% |
| 2015 | $1,136 | $277,400 +0.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $276,900 -0.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $277,400 -2.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $285,100 -8.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $310,200 -0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $312,300 -3.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $324,800 -9.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $358,300 -3.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $370,000 +90.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $194,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $194,600 +26% |
| 2004 | -- | $154,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $154,400 +17.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $131,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $131,700 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 22940
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meriwether Lewis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 7.6 mi
- 7/10Joseph T Henley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.9 mi
- 9/10Western Albemarle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ivy Elementary
- Middle: Henley
- High: Western Albemarle
Source: CAAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Virginia
- Albemarle County
- Free Union
- 22940
- 5559 Free Union Rd
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