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    • Price cut: $21K (6/2)
    $399,000

    491 W Main St, Danville, VA 24541

    5beds
    3,586sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1899
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $388,500 Zestimate®
    $111/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Sitting roomBalcony porchBrick-paver patioTall ceilingsOriginal trimPocket doorsGorgeous hardwood floors
    If you've been waiting for a historic home with real character—not a stripped-down renovation—this 1899 Main Street beauty is the one. 491 W Main St showcases gorgeous hardwood floors, original trim, pocket doors, stained glass, and tall ceilings that highlight its timeless craftsmanship. The home offers multiple living areas including a formal dining room, sitting room, and grand foyer. With two kitchens and two full baths, the flexible layout creates potential for a primary residence, duplex conversion, or investment property. Enjoy front and rear fenced yards, a balcony porch, and brick-paver patio. Walk to downtown Danville, coffee shops, restaurants, Caesars Virginia, and Averett University.
    120 days
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    409
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Catharine Haynes 336-613-6623,

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    Source: Dan River Region AOR,MLS#: 78441MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, 1st Floor Laundry, 2nd Floor Laundry, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Office/Study, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, 1st Floor Bedroom, Storage Room, Dining Room
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Cellar
      • Attic: Storage Only,Floored,Permanent Stairs
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Three or More, Gas Log
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,586
      • Total interior livable area: 3,586 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,586
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage, No Carport
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Multi-Level, Front, Back, Balcony, Covered
      • Exterior features: Masonry Sidewalks
      Lot
      • Size: 0.28 Acres
      • Features: Less than 1 acre
      Details
      • Parcel number: 22549
      • Zoning: OTR Old Town Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Solid Masonry, Stucco
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • 75 Plus Years Old
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1899

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: West Main
      Location
      • Region: Danville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $111/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $210,900
      • Annual tax amount: $1,538
      • Date on market: 3/13/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $388,500

        $369,000 - $408,000

        $2,461/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/2/2026Price change$399,000-5%$111/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #78441 Report a problem
        5/7/2026Listed for sale$420,000-1.2%$117/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #78441 Report a problem
        3/30/2026Listing removed$425,000$119/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #78441 Report a problem
        3/13/2026Listed for sale$425,000$119/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #78441 Report a problem
        5/5/2025Listing removed$425,000$119/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #73946 Report a problem
        4/23/2025Price change$425,000-5.6%$119/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #73946 Report a problem
        4/14/2025Price change$450,000-5.3%$125/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #73946 Report a problem
        4/5/2025Price change$475,000-5%$132/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #73946 Report a problem
        3/5/2025Listed for sale$500,000+53.8%$139/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #73946 Report a problem
        7/30/2024Sold$325,000-8.5%$91/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #69120 Report a problem
        3/28/2024Pending sale$355,000$99/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #69120 Report a problem
        3/12/2024Listing removed$355,000$99/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #69120 Report a problem
        1/18/2024Price change$355,000-5.3%$99/sqft
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        1/1/2024Price change$375,000-5.1%$105/sqft
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        12/14/2023Price change$395,000-6%$110/sqft
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        12/12/2023Price change$420,000-1.2%$117/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #69120 Report a problem
        12/5/2023Listed for sale$425,000+136.1%$119/sqft
        Source: Dan River Region AOR #69120 Report a problem
        2/27/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/3/2020Listing removed$1,250
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/24/2020Price change$1,250-7.4%
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/9/2020Price change$1,350-10%
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/11/2020Price change$1,500-11.8%
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        2/25/2020Price change$1,700-13.9%
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        2/21/2020Listed for rent$1,975$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        2/13/2020Sold$180,000-9.5%$50/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/12/2019Pending sale$198,900$55/sqft
        Source: HAUSER MANASCO REALTY GROUP #60394 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,750 0%$210,900
        2024$1,750 +13.8%$210,900 +15.1%
        2023$1,539 $183,200
        2022$1,539 -1.9%$183,200 -1.9%
        2021$1,569 $186,800
        2020$1,569 -3.2%$186,800 -3.2%
        2019$1,620 +5%$192,900
        2018$1,543 +0.9%$192,900 +0.9%
        2017$1,530 +9.6%$191,200
        2016$1,396 -1.9%$191,200 -1.9%
        2015$1,423 $194,900
        2014$1,423 +0.4%$194,900
        2013$1,417 --
        2012$1,417 +0.4%--
        2011$1,412 --
        2009-- --
        2007$1,338 +0%--
        2006$1,337 +8.3%--
        2005$1,235 --
        2004$1,235 +0.2%--
        2003$1,232 --
        2002$1,232 +29.9%--
        2001$948 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 24541

        Getting around

        53 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        29 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Forest Hills
        • Middle: Bonner
        • High: Gwhs

        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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