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$799,900
4beds
2,856sqft

1036 Locust Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22901

4beds
2,856sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$778,900 Zestimate®
$280/sqft

What's special

Detached garageGranite countertopsPrivate flat yardNew cabinetsMovable islandRenovated kitchen

Classic Charlottesville charm, a private flat yard, and a beautifully updated home just minutes from Downtown and UVA. Set on sought-after Locust Avenue, this Cape Cod offers the character of an established city home with the comfort of extensive recent updates. Original hardwoods have been refinished throughout the main and second floors, with fresh interior and exterior paint. The renovated kitchen features new cabinets, granite countertops, appliances, and a movable island, while all bathrooms have been updated, including a walk-in shower in the primary suite. Outside, the rare flat, usable, and private yard is ideal for children and pets, gardening, or hosting family and friends. The fully renovated walk-out basement offers its own entrance, kitchen, bath, and two flex rooms or bedrooms, ideal for an in-law suite, teen space, guests, or rental apartment. Major updates include a new roof, new electrical, serviced AC and boiler systems, two basement mini-splits, and new fixtures, lighting, and hardware. A detached garage and covered parking for three vehicles round out this exceptional city property. A rare combination of location, charm, privacy, and move-in-ready living! Open house this Sunday 9/20 from 12:30-2pm.

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Source: CAAR,MLS#: 682044MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors
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Living Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

Dining Room

Zillow last checked:

Listing updated:

Listed by:

BRADLEY PITT 434-422-0352,

KELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE 434-220-2200

Source: CAAR,MLS#: 682044MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
  • Level: First
Bedroom
  • Level: Second
Primary bathroom
  • Level: First
Bathroom
  • Level: Second
Bathroom
  • Level: Basement
Bonus room
  • Level: Basement
Dining room
  • Level: First
Family room
  • Level: First
Foyer
  • Level: First
Kitchen
  • Level: First
Kitchen
  • Level: Basement
Laundry
  • Level: Basement
Office
  • Level: Basement
Utility room
  • Level: Basement
Heating
  • Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
  • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Features
  • Primary Downstairs, Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Utility Room
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
  • Has fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace features: Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 4,034
  • Total interior livable area: 2,856 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 2,048
  • Finished area below ground: 808

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Carport, Detached, Electricity, Garage
  • Garage spaces: 2
  • Carport spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 3
Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
  • Exterior features: Mature Trees/Landscape, Porch
  • Pool features: None
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Residential
Lot
  • Size: 7,840 Square Feet
  • Features: Landscaped, Level, Private, Secluded
Details
  • Parcel number: 490002000
  • Zoning description: R-A Low-Density Residentail District

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cape Cod
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Brick, Stick Built
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1952

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Fiber Optic Available

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Sidewalks
  • Security: Dead Bolt(s), Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Subdivision: LOCUST GROVE
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Charlottesville

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $280/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $936,800
  • Annual tax amount: $9,658
  • Date on market: 9/17/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 141 days
  • Exclusions: Personal items in garage.

Price history

DateEventPrice
9/17/2026Listed for sale$799,900-5.9%$280/sqft
Source: CAAR #682044
9/12/2026Listing removed$850,000$298/sqft
Source: CAAR #676855
6/25/2026Price change$850,000-4.5%$298/sqft
Source: CAAR #676855
5/14/2026Listed for sale$890,000+4.7%$312/sqft
Source: CAAR #676855
5/1/2026Listing removed$7,000$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
12/26/2025Listed for rent$7,000$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
12/17/2025Listing removed$7,000$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
9/13/2025Listing removed$850,000$298/sqft
Source: CAAR #660826
8/23/2025Price change$7,000+27.3%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
8/14/2025Listed for rent$5,500+10%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
7/3/2025Listed for sale$850,000$298/sqft
Source: CAAR #660826
6/17/2025Pending sale$850,000$298/sqft
Source: CAAR #660826
4/18/2025Price change$850,000-5%$298/sqft
Source: CAAR #660826
3/27/2025Price change$895,000-3.2%$313/sqft
Source: CAAR #660826
2/20/2025Listed for sale$925,000+2.2%$324/sqft
Source: CAAR #660826
10/1/2024Listing removed$5,000$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
9/17/2024Listed for rent$5,000$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals
8/27/2024Listing removed$905,000-3.2%$317/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
8/12/2024Price change$935,000-1.6%$327/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
7/25/2024Price change$950,000-3.6%$333/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
7/9/2024Price change$985,000-1%$345/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
6/5/2024Price change$995,000-2.9%$348/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
5/29/2024Price change$1,025,000-6.8%$359/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
4/15/2024Listed for sale$1,100,000+80.3%$385/sqft
Source: CAAR #651694
12/4/2023Sold$610,000$214/sqft
Source: CAAR #646444
10/18/2023Pending sale$610,000+1335.3%$214/sqft
Source: CAAR #646444
11/15/1995Sold$42,500$15/sqft
Source: Agent Provided

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$9,296 +5.3%$936,800 +6.1%
2024$8,828 +58.2%$882,800 +55.1%
2023$5,580 +120.6%$569,300 +8%
2022$2,530 -41.9%$527,000 +15%
2021$4,355 $458,400 +3.3%
2020-- $443,700 +4.3%
2019$4,042 +3.1%$425,500 +6.2%
2018$3,920 $400,500 +3.4%
2017-- $387,338 +5.5%
2016$3,794 $367,200 +4.1%
2015$3,794 $352,700 -3.5%
2014$3,794 $365,500
2013$3,794 $365,500
2012$3,794 --
2011$3,794 --
2010-- --
2009$4,071 --
2008-- $446,400 +5.9%
2007-- $421,600 +14.1%
2006-- $369,600 +12.4%
2005-- $328,800 +10.8%
2004-- $296,800

Find assessor info on the county website

Monthly payment

Est. payment
$4,939/mo
Principal & interest
$4399
Property taxes
$540
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Estimated market value

$778,900

$740,000 - $818,000

$4,136/mo

Climate risks

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Neighborhood: Locust Grove

Nearby schools

Burnley-Moran Elementary School
Grades PK-4 • 0.5 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
8/10
Buford Middle School
Grades 7-8 • 2.2 miles
3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
Student Progress Rating
2/10
Charlottesville High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.1 miles
4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
College Readiness Rating
5/10

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