Historic Estate in Charlottesville – The Farm (c. 1826) Step into history with The Farm, also known as the John A. G. Davis Farm and the Lewis House, a remarkable estate in the heart of Charlottesville. Originally constructed in 1826 by craftsmen who also worked with Thomas Jefferson on the University of Virginia, this two-story brick residence is a rare example of early 19th-century architecture and enduring craftsmanship. The main house features a low hipped roof, two impressive chimneys, and a stately Tuscan order portico with a terrace above. Inside, historic details blend seamlessly with modern comforts, offering gracious living and entertaining spaces. The property’s history runs deep: Nicholas Lewis, uncle of Meriwether Lewis, built the earlier main house here around 1770, and during the Civil War, Union General George Armstrong Custer used the estate as his temporary headquarters. An even earlier structure, the Lewis House (1730), still stands on the grounds and is one of the oldest homes in Charlottesville. This is more than a home — it is a piece of Virginia’s story, offering an unmatched opportunity to own a residence where history and heritage meet timeless elegance.
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$3,000,000
1201 E Jefferson St #The, Charlottesville, VA 22902
7beds
7,370sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1828
1.73 Acres Lot
$3,058,800 Zestimate®
$407/sqft
$6,928 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,058,800
$2.60M - $3.61M
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Historic detailsModern comfortsTuscan order porticoImpressive chimneysTwo-story brick residenceLow hipped roof
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Listed by:
ROBERT HEADRICK 434-242-8501,
NEST REALTY GROUP
Bought with:
TIM MICHEL, 0225017453
MCLEAN FAULCONER INC., REALTOR
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 668450
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Foyer, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Sunroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: First
Breakfast room nook
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Foyer
- Level: First
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- None
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Multiple
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,370
- Total interior livable area: 7,370 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,780
- Finished area below ground: 970
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 540212000 & 540211000
- Zoning description: R Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stick Built
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1828
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Fiber Optic Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charlottesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $407/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $21,057
- Date on market: 8/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | Sold | $3,000,000+33.4%$407/sqft |
Source:  CAAR #668450 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Pending sale | $2,249,000$305/sqft |
Source: CAAR #668450 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,249,000$305/sqft |
Source: CAAR #668450 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: Little High
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Burnley-Moran Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Buford Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Charlottesville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Burnley-Moran
- Middle: Walker & Buford
- High: Charlottesville
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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- Little High
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