So much room with this newly completed basement full of possibilities! Charming 4,200 sqft, 2-story with formal dining room or office. Spacious open kitchen with large island and specialty glass cabinets. Main level master with cathedral ceilings and large on suite bathroom. Upstairs has 3 amazingly large bedrooms that are big enough to have a pool table!!! Property has natural areas at the rear and neighborhood walking trails. Kids could walk to the pool.
Sold for $505,000
$505,000
1221 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA 24551
4beds
4,132sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$511,500 Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$3,130 Estimated rent
Home value
$511,500
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Newly completed basementNeighborhood walking trailsMain level masterLarge on suite bathroomAmazingly large bedroomsLarge islandCathedral ceilings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tina Friar 434-660-6020 tina@hiretinafriar.com,
Keller Williams
Bought with:
Jane Blickenstaff, 0225079026
Blickenstaff & Company, Realto
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 357696
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 340
- Dimensions: 17 x 20
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Great room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Two-Zone
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Two-Zone
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Great Room, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Multi Media Wired, Separate Dining Room, Tile Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished
- Attic: Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace, Gas Log, Great Room, Leased Propane Tank
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,132
- Total interior livable area: 4,132 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,683
- Finished area below ground: 1,449
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Concrete Drive
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Pool Nearby
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Undergrnd Utilities, Close to Clubhouse
Details
- Parcel number: 90509548
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone, Vinyl Shake, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
- Sewer: County
- Water: County
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connections
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Farmington At Forest Sec 8
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse
- Services included: Neighborhood Lights, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $52 monthly
Location
- Region: Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $441,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,702
- Date on market: 3/11/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 132 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2025 | Sold | $505,000-4.7%$122/sqft |
Source:  LMLS #357696 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Pending sale | $530,000$128/sqft |
Source: LMLS #357696 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Price change | $530,000-3.6%$128/sqft |
Source: LMLS #357696 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000$133/sqft |
Source: LMLS #357696 Report a problem | ||
| 12/24/2024 | Listing removed | $550,000$133/sqft |
Source: LMLS #352168 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2024 | Price change | $550,000-5.2%$133/sqft |
Source: LMLS #352168 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2024 | Price change | $580,000-3.3%$140/sqft |
Source: LMLS #352168 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2024 | Price change | $599,900-6.3%$145/sqft |
Source: LMLS #352168 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $639,900+101.2%$155/sqft |
Source: LMLS #352168 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2015 | Sold | $318,000+549%$77/sqft |
Source: LMLS #293076 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2014 | Sold | $49,000$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $441,400 +6.4% |
| 2024 | $1,702 | $415,000 |
| 2023 | $1,702 +6% | $415,000 +29.3% |
| 2022 | $1,605 | $321,000 |
| 2021 | $1,605 | $321,000 |
| 2020 | $1,605 -3.8% | $321,000 |
| 2019 | $1,669 +9.1% | $321,000 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $1,529 | $294,100 |
| 2017 | $1,529 | $294,100 |
| 2016 | $1,529 +488.2% | $294,100 +488.2% |
| 2015 | $260 +25% | $50,000 +25% |
| 2014 | $208 +4% | $40,000 |
| 2013 | $200 | $40,000 |
| 2012 | $200 | $40,000 |
| 2011 | $200 | $40,000 |
| 2010 | $200 | $40,000 |
| 2009 | $200 | $40,000 |
| 2008 | $200 | $40,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 24551
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Forest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Forest Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Jefferson Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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