For sale

$299,900

697 Gidsville Rd, Amherst, VA 24521

3beds

1,296sqft

$1,951/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1955

16 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$231/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Ranch-style home

Ranch Home on 16 Acres Bring Your Vision! Discover the potential of this ranch-style home situated on approximately 16 acres of land. This property offers a unique opportunity for buyers looking for privacy, space, and the chance to create a home that truly reflects their vision. The home needs repairs and updating, making it an ideal opportunity for an investor, renovator, or buyer ready to put in some work and build equity. With a spacious tract of land surrounding the home, there is plenty of room for recreation, gardening, animals, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying the peace and privacy of country living.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 180
Dimensions: 15 x 12

Bedroom

Dimensions: 0 x 0

Bedroom 2

Level: First
Area: 96
Dimensions: 12 x 8

Bedroom 3

Level: First
Area: 130
Dimensions: 13 x 10

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: 210
Dimensions: 15 x 14

Living room

Level: First
Area: 220
Dimensions: 20 x 11

Office

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Heat Pump

Appliances

Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, High Speed Internet, Main Level Bedroom
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry
Attic: Scuttle

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,296
Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,296
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Off Street

Features

Levels: One
Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Garden
Has view: Yes
View description: Mountain(s)

Lot

Size: 16 Acres
Features: Secluded

Details

Parcel number: 38A20
Zoning: A-1

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1955

Utilities & green energy

Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Amherst

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $231/sqft
Tax assessed value: $142,200
Annual tax amount: $1,385
Date on market: 10/7/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/7/2026	Listed for sale	$299,900$231/sqft
Source: LMLS #369701 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$867	$142,200
2024	$867	$142,200
2023	$867	$142,200
2022	$867	$142,200
2021	$867	$142,200
2020	$867 +4.8%	$142,200 +4.8%
2018	$828 0%	$135,700
2017	$828	$135,700
2016	$828 +8.9%	$135,700
2015	$760	$135,700
2014	$760 -3.2%	$135,700 -10.1%
2013	$785	$150,900
2012	$785	$150,900
2011	$785	$150,900
2010	$785	$150,900
2009	$785 -20%	$150,900
2008	$981 +125.5%	$150,900 +111.6%
2007	$435	$71,300
2006	$435	$71,300
2005	$435 +3.4%	$71,300
2004	$421 +5.4%	$71,300
2003	$399	$71,300
2002	$399 +7.2%	$71,300 +34%
2001	$372	$53,200