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  • $640,400

    129 Observatory Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903

    5beds
    1,403sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $640,400 Zestimate®
    $456/sqft
    $2,648 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $640,400

    $602,000 - $685,000

    $2,648/mo

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    What's special

    Gas fireplaceFenced yardRear brick patioGas heatingUpdated spacesHardwood and vinyl flooringCentral air conditioning

    Available For A July 17, 2025 Lease Start - This student-friendly 5 bedroom, 2 bath JPA area home is available for the 2025-2026 academic year and offers a prime location, walkable to local restaurants, a coffee shop, Scott Stadium, UVA Aquatic & Fitness Center, and more! Just minutes from the University of Virginia Grounds and Medical Center, the 250 bypass, and I-64. The 1,403 sqft home features 1920's charm mixed with updated spaces, hardwood and vinyl flooring throughout, an unfinished basement, a fenced yard with a rear brick patio, plus multiple off-street parking spaces available (tandem-style). The main level of the home features a cozy living room with a gas fireplace, a kitchen equipped with a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher, as well as a laundry area with a full-size washer and dryer. This level also includes two bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a smaller fifth bedroom, and a hall bath. The home is equipped with central air conditioning and gas heating. Rent includes: Lawn care. Occupancy is limited to no more than 4 unrelated individuals. This property is within the following school district: * Venable Elementary * Walker and Buford Middle * Charlottesville High No smoking or pets are allowed at the property. Upon lease signing there is a security deposit of $3,450 due. First month's rent of $3,450 (unless otherwise prorated) is due prior to the lease start date.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,403 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Lawn
    Details
    • Parcel number: 170094000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Charlottesville

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $3,450

    Other

    Other facts
    • Available date: 07/17/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/23/2025Listing removed$3,450$2/sqft
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    12/17/2024Listed for rent$3,450+38%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/22/2022Listing removed--
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    10/18/2022Listed for rent$2,500+11.1%$2/sqft
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    10/8/2020Listing removed$2,250$2/sqft
    Source: BRADEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT #609359 Report a problem
    10/7/2020Listed for rent$2,250+12.5%$2/sqft
    Source: BRADEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT #609359 Report a problem
    2/10/2019Listing removed$399,000$284/sqft
    Source: NEST REALTY GROUP #585492 Report a problem
    2/3/2019Listed for sale$399,000+22.8%$284/sqft
    Source: NEST REALTY GROUP #585492 Report a problem
    5/18/2017Listing removed$2,000$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/9/2017Listed for rent$2,000+33.3%$1/sqft
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    8/17/2012Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
    Source: Real Property Inc. Report a problem
    7/31/2012Price change$1,500-11.8%$1/sqft
    Source: Real Property Inc. Report a problem
    7/7/2012Price change$1,700+6.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Real Property Inc. Report a problem
    6/7/2012Price change$1,595-8.9%$1/sqft
    Source: Godfrey Property Management, Inc. Report a problem
    12/8/2011Listed for rent$1,750$1/sqft
    Source: Godfrey Property Management, Inc. Report a problem
    6/24/2011Sold$325,000-1.5%$232/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    7/24/2006Sold$330,000+650%$235/sqft
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    9/30/1985Sold$44,000$31/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,578 +17.3%$561,800 +17.6%
    2024$4,753 +3.2%$477,700 +1.1%
    2023$4,608 +126.4%$472,500 +11.4%
    2022$2,035 -44.9%$424,000 +9%
    2021$3,695 $388,900 +2.4%
    2020-- $379,600 +4%
    2019$3,467 +6.5%$364,900 +8.9%
    2018$3,256 $335,200 +0.9%
    2017-- $332,100 +18%
    2016$2,852 $281,400
    2015$2,852 $281,400
    2014$2,852 $281,400
    2013$2,852 $281,400
    2012$2,852 +2.5%--
    2011$2,784 --
    2010-- --
    2009$3,033 --
    2008-- $319,300 +5.7%
    2007-- $302,100
    2006-- $302,100 +24.4%
    2005-- $242,900 +32.8%
    2004-- $182,900

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    Neighborhood: Jefferson Park

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