Welcome home to this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch-style home nestled in the heart of Altavista, a community known for its friendly small-town charm and affordable living. The main level features a bright living area, a cozy kitchen with a breakfast nook, and three bedrooms with a full hall bath. Downstairs, the walkout basement offers a spacious family room, half bath, and a partially unfinished area perfect for storage and laundry. Or finish it out and add another 800 sq ft to your living space. Outside, enjoy a covered carport, a nice yard, and peaceful surroundings just minutes from town conveniences. Located only 25 minutes from the Lynchburg Airport and Liberty University, this home offers easy access to larger city amenities while keeping the quiet, relaxed feel of small-town life. This property could be the perfect starter home, investment, or weekend retreat all for under $190,000.
Sold for $189,000
$189,000
1638 Melinda Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
3beds
1,321sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.51 Acres Lot
$194,300 Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$1,725 Estimated rent
Home value
$194,300
$159,000 - $237,000
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Walkout basementNice yardCozy kitchenSpacious family roomBreakfast nookCovered carportPartially unfinished area
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Listed by:
Jill Rufus 434-258-5362 jillrufusexp@gmail.com,
eXp Realty LLC-Stafford
Bought with:
Roxanne Harris, 0225252418
Magnolia Mountain Realty
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 362879
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, Main Level Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Heated,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Scuttle
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,321
- Total interior livable area: 1,321 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,080
- Finished area below ground: 241
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Carport Parking (1 Car)
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 060078100
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Altavista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $143/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $122,200
- Annual tax amount: $750
- Date on market: 11/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $189,000$143/sqft |
Source:  LMLS #362879 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2025 | Pending sale | $189,000$143/sqft |
Source: LMLS #362879 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $189,000+121.1%$143/sqft |
Source: LMLS #362879 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2004 | Sold | $85,500$65/sqft |
Source: LMLS #211230 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $550 | $122,200 |
| 2023 | -- | $122,200 +45.3% |
| 2022 | $437 | $84,100 |
| 2021 | $437 | -- |
| 2020 | -- | -- |
| 2019 | $489 | $84,100 -10.5% |
| 2018 | $489 | $94,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $94,000 -0.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $94,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $94,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $94,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $94,900 -1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $96,600 +24.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $77,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $77,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $77,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $77,800 +28.7% |
| 2002 | $345 | $60,449 |
| 2001 | $345 | $60,449 |
| 2000 | $345 | $60,449 |
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Neighborhood: 24517
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- 5/10Altavista Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Altavista High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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