1024 Sunset DR, Amherst, VA 24521
1024 Sunset DR, Amherst, VA 24521
1024 Sunset DR, Amherst, VA 24521
1024 Sunset DR, Amherst, VA 24521
1024 Sunset DR, Amherst, VA 24521
1024 Sunset DR, Amherst, VA 24521
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Listed by RUSSELL SENEFF WOLTZ & ASSOCIATES
$ 750,000
Est. payment | /mo

4 Beds

4 Baths

7,040 SqFt

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$ 750,000
Est. payment | /mo
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4 Beds

4 Baths

7,040 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Residential

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 7,040 sqft

Price per Sqft $106

MLS Listing ID 931263

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 4

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1840

Annual Tax Amount $6,586

Lot Size 7,040 Sqft

Acres 34.3

Lot Dimensions 125

Property Sub-Type Residential

Source Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS®

Land Area 7040

Property Description

This property is being sold by way of public auction on October 29th onsite at property. MLS requires a List Price that may differ from final Sales Price. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains at 1024 Sunset Dr., Amherst, Virginia, this remarkable 125± acre property divided into 8 Tracts, features a stately 2-story brick manor home built in 1840 and so much more. Steeped in nearly two centuries of history, the 5,913-square-foot residence offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms within classic Federal-style architecture, featuring a columned front porch, an upper-level balcony, and quality period construction that has stood the test of time. Set behind a circular driveway and framed by mature shade trees and landscaped grounds, the home commands sweeping mountain views across 31.1± acres of open land, the land also features a large multi-stall custom horse barn, a large equipment barn, a dressage arena, a spring fed pond, and fenced pastureland -- a turnkey equestrian estate for horse enthusiasts and history lovers alike. Adjoining Tract 2 adds another 4.58± acres of moderately cleared land, rounding out a private, self-sufficient homestead with deep local heritage.
Beyond the historic core, this auction presents a rare opportunity to acquire up to eight total tracts spanning 125± acres in one of Amherst County's most scenic corners. Tracts 3 through 8, offered separately, include 53± wooded acres with an excellent building site (Tract 3), 25± open acres offering room to build (Tract 4), and four smaller open, buildable parcels ranging from 2.7± to 3.2± acres (Tracts 5-8) -- ideal for homesites, investment, or expanding the legacy estate. Whether you're drawn to the timeless character and equestrian amenities of the historic manor or the flexibility of the surrounding buildable land, this sale offers something for every buyer. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Amherst County history -- Amherst Elementary, middle, and high school. This property will be sold at public auction, with tracts available individually or in combination. For more information, visit woltz.com/auctions/1066 or contact Russell Seneff at (540)-765-7733

Location

State VA

County Amherst County

Area 34.3

Zoning A

Direction Head North on US-29 N, Exit onto US-29 BUS N/S Main St. toward Amherst for 2 miles, turn left onto Kenmore Rd and in 2.3 miles, turn left onto Sunset Dr. The property will be on the right.

Rooms

Basement Full, Other

Interior

Interior Features Other - See Remarks

Heating Gas Heat Pump, Propane Gas

Cooling Heat Pump Gas

Flooring Wood

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type # Fireplaces, Gas Log Fireplace

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Range

Laundry Entry Level, Lower Level, Other Level, Upper Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Other - See Remarks, Balcony

Waterfront Description Pond

View Sunset, Sunrise, Mountain

Garage No

Building

Story 2 Story

Sewer Private Septic

Water Private Well

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Other - See Remarks

Middle Schools Other - See Remarks

High Schools Other - See Remarks

Others

Tax ID 109 A 28,29

MLS of Roanoke Valley, Inc. (RVAR) - IDX

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