$639,900

beds

baths

half bath

3,986

square ft

278 James River Rd

Scottsville, Virginia 24590

Pending / MLS #660895 / Single Family / Scottsville

Listing information updated 11/25/2025 at 11:41pm

Historic home with privacy, convenience, and lots of charm! Walkable to Downtown Scottsville on 5+ acres, just 5 minutes from the James River. There is 2000+ unfinished sq ft for more living space. Perfect opportunity for a short term rental or bed and breakfast. Just minutes from the James River, this 1914 Greek Revival-style home sits on over five acres, offering endless potential. Classic architectural details include a grand double-columned portico, high ceilings, wood flooring, and multiple fireplaces. The spacious kitchen is a blank slate, ready for customization, while original outbuildings?including a garden house with a working pump?add to the home?s historic charm. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, this property is perfect for those looking to restore a timeless estate or create a unique bed & breakfast. Located in a serene setting, this property combines the charm of early 20th-century architecture with the tranquility of rural living, all while being conveniently close to local amenities in Albemarle County and Charlottesville. Expand into the large unfinished attic and basement for additional living space.,Formica Counter,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Living Room

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Other

Basement:

Outside Entrance,Unfinished,Windows

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Baseboard, Hot Water, None

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

111 Years

Roof Type:

Slate

Square Feet:

3,986

Acreage:

5.23

Internal Features:

Entry Level Bedroom

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,715

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

24590

City:

Scottsville

County:

Albemarle

Schools

School District(s):

ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary School:

Scottsville

Middle School:

Walton

High School:

Monticello

Architecture Style:

Other

Basement:

Outside Entrance,Unfinished,Windows

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Baseboard, Hot Water, None

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

111 Years

Roof Type:

Slate

Square Feet:

3,986

Acreage:

5.23

Internal Features:

Entry Level Bedroom

Tax Amount:

$7,715

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

24590

City:

Scottsville

County:

Albemarle

School District(s):

ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary School:

Scottsville

Middle School:

Walton

High School:

Monticello

Listing Office: TOWN REALTY

Listing Office Phone: 434.260.8222

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