Charming Colonial Home with Great Potential in Ashland. Opportunity awaits in this spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offering nearly 2,000 square feet of living space. Located in a prime central Ashland neighborhood near Randolph Macon College, buyers will enjoy quick access to popular dining spots, shopping centers and major interstate routes - making this an ideal location for commuter and city-lovers alike. This property is perfect for investors, DIY enthusiasts, or anyone looking to customize their dream home. With solid bones and generous square footage, the possibilities are endless. Bring your vision and creativity to breathe new life into this hidden gem!
Sold for $251,000
$251,000
505 N James St, Ashland, VA 23005
3beds
1,998sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
9,365 Square Feet Lot
$314,900 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$2,000 Estimated rent
Home value
$314,900
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Listed by:
Amy Pryor (804)937-6078,
Long & Foster REALTORS,
Kyle Yeatman 804-516-6413,
Long & Foster REALTORS
Bought with:
Amy Pryor, 0225060008
Long & Foster REALTORS
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2513104
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,998 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,998
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 9,365 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 7870740620
- Zoning description: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Dutch Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Drywall, Frame
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Ashland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,815
- Date on market: 12/12/2025
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Listing removed | $325,000$163/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2601931 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2026 | Price change | $325,000-7.1%$163/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2601931 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000+39.4%$175/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2601931 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Sold | $251,000-8.7%$126/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2513104 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$138/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2513104 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$138/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,815 | $224,100 |
| 2024 | $1,815 +9.5% | $224,100 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $1,658 +14.1% | $204,700 +14.1% |
| 2022 | $1,453 | $179,400 +6.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $168,600 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $1,302 +365.8% | $160,700 +27.8% |
| 2019 | $279 | $125,700 -8.9% |
| 2018 | $279 +9.8% | $138,000 +9.8% |
| 2017 | $255 | $125,700 |
| 2016 | $255 | $125,700 |
| 2015 | $255 | $125,700 |
| 2014 | $255 | $125,700 |
| 2013 | $255 -19% | -- |
| 2012 | $314 | -- |
| 2011 | $314 -75% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,257 +300% | -- |
| 2009 | $314 | -- |
| 2008 | $314 +23.6% | -- |
| 2007 | $254 +27.5% | -- |
| 2006 | $200 | -- |
| 2005 | $200 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | $708 | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 23005
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJohn M. Gandy Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Liberty Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 3/10Patrick Henry High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ashland
- Middle: Liberty
- High: Patrick Henry
Source: CVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Hanover County
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