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    • Price cut: $49.9K (9/4)
    $650,000

    740 Lyons Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902

    3beds
    2,496sqft
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    $4,312/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1964
    0.57 Acres Lot
    $634,900 Zestimate®
    $260/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Mid century brick ranchWoodburning fireplaceFinished walkout basementSeparate entrancePrimary bedroom with ensuiteMature landscapingCul-de-sac setting
    A major price reduction make this an exceptional opportunity for investors or renovation-minded buyers in Charlottesville’s highly desirable North Downtown area and priced well under assessed value. Positioned at the end of a quiet culdesac on an unusually large .57-acre lot this mid century brick ranch on a full basement is ready for the new owner to reimagine its next next 60 years. The main level features extensive hardwood floors, masonry fireplace with gas logs, 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths including a primary bedroom with ensuite. The finished walkout basement adds a large open living/recreation area, a third full bathroom, a woodburning fireplace, and a separate entrance offering potential for rental income. Enjoy the rare combination of a large private-feeling lot, mature landscaping, cul-de-sac setting, and a highly sought after North Downtown location, all just minutes from the best of Charlottesville. Bring your vision and create something truly special in one of Charlottesville’s most sought-after areas!
    82 days
    1,249
    45

    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    TARA SAVAGE 434-981-4458,

    KELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE 434-220-2200,

    SAVAGE & COMPANY 434-218-0552,

    KELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE

    Source: CAAR,MLS#: 679629MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: First
      Bathroom
      • Level: Basement
      Bathroom
      • Level: First
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Recreation
      • Level: Basement
      Heating
      • Baseboard
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Primary Downstairs
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
      • Windows: Vinyl
      • Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Two
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,496
      • Total interior livable area: 2,496 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,292
      • Finished area below ground: 1,204

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Off Street, On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
      • Exterior features: Fence, Mature Trees/Landscape
      • Fencing: Picket,Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Residential
      Lot
      • Size: 0.57 Acres
      • Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 520016200
      • Zoning description: R-A Low-Density Residentail District

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Stick Built
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Architectural
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1964

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: LYONS PLACE
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Charlottesville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $260/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $678,300
      • Annual tax amount: $7,084
      • Date on market: 7/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 78 days

        Estimated market value

        $634,900

        $603,000 - $667,000

        $2,768/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/4/2026Price change$650,000-7.1%$260/sqft
        Source: CAAR #679629 Report a problem
        7/21/2026Listed for sale$699,900+14634.7%$280/sqft
        Source: CAAR #679629 Report a problem
        2/14/2011Listing removed$700
        Source: TNC Report a problem
        1/15/2011Listed for rent$700
        Source: TNC Report a problem
        2/27/1981Sold$4,750$2/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,719 $678,300 +13%
        2024-- $600,500 +2%
        2023-- $588,700 +6%
        2022-- $555,200 +7.9%
        2021-- $514,700 +9.4%
        2020-- $470,600 +2.4%
        2019$873 +6.9%$459,600 +8.8%
        2018$817 $422,500 +6.8%
        2017-- $395,500 +5.9%
        2016$3,348 $373,500
        2015$3,348 $373,500 +6%
        2014$3,348 $352,400
        2013$3,348 $352,400
        2012$3,348 --
        2011$3,348 --
        2010-- --
        2009$3,280 --
        2008-- $359,700 +1.7%
        2007-- $353,700 +14%
        2006-- $310,300 +19%
        2005-- $260,700 +17.1%
        2004-- $222,600
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Downtown

        Getting around

        37 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        37 / 100
        Some Transit
        32 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Sunrise
        • Middle: Charlottesville Middle
        • High: Charlottesville

        Source: CAAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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