Step into a rare blend of historic character and modern renovation at this remarkable property dating back to circa 1800. Over the past two years, the home has undergone extensive renovations, thoughtfully updating the interior while preserving the timeless charm you simply can't recreate. Set against beautiful rolling views, the property features open pasture land and multiple buildings, offering endless possibilities for hobby farming, workshops, storage, or future expansion. The setting is peaceful and scenic — the kind of place where mornings start slow and sunsets steal the show. While the interior renovations are largely complete, the exterior still offers an opportunity for finishing touches, allowing the next owner to add value and personalize the final details to their taste. I
Under contract
Price cut: $46.3K (4/17)
$368,725
1717 Markham Rd, Gretna, VA 24557
3beds
2,604sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1800
51 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful rolling viewsHistoric characterOpen pasture landTimeless charmMultiple buildingsModern renovation
- 155 days |
- 227 |
- 17 |
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Listed by:
Abby Manasco 434-334-8896,
MANASCO REALTY
Source: Dan River Region AOR,MLS#: 76244
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Gas/Oil Pack, Furnace, Zoned, Heat Pump, Bottled Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, 1st Floor Laundry, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Closed
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,604
- Total interior livable area: 2,604 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,604
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage-Double Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 51 Acres
- Features: 10+ acres, Deeded Easement
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2458759957
- Zoning: A1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- 75 Plus Years Old
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: N/A
Location
- Region: Gretna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,400
- Annual tax amount: $819
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Contingent | $368,725$142/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Price change | $368,725-11.2%$142/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $415,000-1.2%$159/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $420,000+147.1%$161/sqft |
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| 6/5/2023 | Sold | $170,000$65/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $850 +24.9% | $151,700 -18.9% |
| 2023 | $680 | $187,000 |
| 2022 | $680 | $187,000 |
| 2021 | $680 -40.8% | $187,000 |
| 2020 | $1,148 | $187,000 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,148 | $185,200 |
| 2018 | $1,148 | $185,200 |
| 2017 | $1,148 +3.7% | $185,200 -1.3% |
| 2016 | $1,107 | $187,600 |
| 2015 | $1,107 | $187,600 +44.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $129,600 |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 24557
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Chatham Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 8 mi
- 8/10Chatham Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.3 mi
- 6/10Chatham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chatham
- Middle: Chatham
- High: Chatham
Source: Dan River Region AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Virginia
- Pittsylvania County
- Gretna
- 24557
- 1717 Markham Rd
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