For sale

$479,900

143 Father Judge Rd, Amherst, VA 24521

4beds

2,218sqft

$3,057/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2001

8 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$216/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Winter mountain viewsMud roomOpen-concept designFresh interior paintSplit bedroomsRocking-chair front porchFenced dog area

OPEN HOUSE 2-4 PM SUN. 10/11! Set on 8 peaceful acres, this move-in-ready Amherst property offers space, privacy and natural beauty. Enjoy winter mountain views, a rocking-chair front porch, and walking trails winding through the property to tranquil Davies Branch Creek bordering the back. Freshly stained front and rear decks, a fenced dog area, and multiple outbuildings, incl. a pole barn with running water, add appeal. The 2,218 sq ft home features an open-concept design, split bedrooms, 4 bedrooms plus an office, 2 baths, beautiful hardwood and tile flooring, spacious living room, mud room, and kitchen with granite countertops and tile backsplash. A remodeled primary bath and fresh interior paint update the home. The large unfinished walk-out basement offers approx. 1,600 sq ft of future living or workshop space, with rough-in and wood stove location. Just 2 minutes from Route 29! A wonderful opportunity for peaceful country living with room to explore, relax and make it your own!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 252
Dimensions: 18 x 14

Bedroom

Dimensions: 0 x 0

Bedroom 2

Level: First
Area: 192
Dimensions: 16 x 12

Bedroom 3

Level: First
Area: 209
Dimensions: 19 x 11

Bedroom 4

Level: First
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Bedroom 5

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12 x 10

Family room

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Great room

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 156
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Living room

Level: First
Area: 288
Dimensions: 18 x 16

Office

Level: First
Area: 190
Dimensions: 19 x 10

Heating

Heat Pump, Two-Zone

Cooling

Heat Pump, Two-Zone

Appliances

Included: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement, Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Tile Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Bath/Stubbed,Walk-Out Access
Attic: Access,Floored,Pull Down Stairs

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,218
Total interior livable area: 2,218 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,218
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Off Street, Circular Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Patio & porch: Front Porch, Side Porch
Exterior features: Garden
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 8 Acres
Features: Landscaped, Secluded, Undergrnd Utilities

Details

Additional structures: Pole Building, Storage, Tractor Shed
Parcel number: 123A37A
Zoning: R1
Special conditions: Farm (Possible)

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 2001

Utilities & green energy

Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: County
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Location

Region: Amherst

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $216/sqft
Tax assessed value: $254,400
Annual tax amount: $2,275
Date on market: 10/8/2026
Cumulative days on market: 5 days

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/8/2026	Listed for sale	$479,900+74.5%$216/sqft
Source: LMLS #369751 Report a problem
10/15/2018	Sold	$275,000-1.3%$124/sqft
Source: LMLS #313724 Report a problem
8/14/2018	Listed for sale	$278,500+18.5%$126/sqft
Source: Re/Max 1st Olympic #313724 Report a problem
4/7/2016	Sold	$235,000-6%$106/sqft
Source: LMLS #294995 Report a problem
2/19/2016	Price change	$250,000-11.3%$113/sqft
Source: Montague Miller & Co. Realtors #294995 Report a problem
11/26/2015	Price change	$282,000-10.5%$127/sqft
Source: Montague Miller & Co. Realtors #294995 Report a problem
10/20/2015	Listed for sale	$315,000$142/sqft
Source: Montague Miller And Co.-Amher #294995 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,552	$254,400
2024	$1,552	$254,400
2023	$1,552	$254,400
2022	$1,552	$254,400
2021	$1,552	$254,400
2020	$1,552 +3.8%	$254,400 +3.8%
2018	$1,495 +1.6%	$245,000
2017	$1,472	$245,000
2016	$1,472 +44%	$245,000
2015	$1,022 -25.5%	$245,000
2014	$1,372 +6.1%	$245,000 -1.4%
2013	$1,293	$248,600
2012	$1,293	$248,600
2011	$1,293	$248,600
2010	$1,293	$248,600
2009	$1,293 -20%	$248,600
2008	$1,616 +89.2%	$248,600 +77.6%
2007	$854	$140,000
2006	$854	$140,000
2005	$854 +3.4%	$140,000
2004	$826 +5.4%	$140,000
2003	$784	$140,000
2002	$784	$140,000