Bought with RACHEL BURNS • RE/MAX REALTY SPECIALISTS-CHARLOTTESVILLE
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1521 RUGBY RD Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Key Details
Sold Price $775,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,800 sqft
Price per Sqft $276
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID 626977
Sold Date 12/15/22
Style Other
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,800
Originating Board CAAR
Year Built 1955
Annual Tax Amount $6,182
Tax Year 2022
Lot Size 0.490 Acres
Acres 0.49
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
An architectural gem in the heart of town. This 1955 mid-century inspired home was designed by renowned architect Fred Nichols, the dean of the Architecture school at UVA and known for his restoration of the Rotunda. This home was designed for his close friend, an artist and painter. The current owners are only the second owners in almost 70 years. There are numerous special details that aren't found in today's construction. The focal point of the home is the two story vaulted entertaining space with central brick dual sided fireplace. Cedar siding with red wood interiors.Tilt sash windows with screens help create air flow in the warmer months and the sliding windows all have unique specially designed tracks which are a beautiful detail. All windows are energy efficient and well insulated. All lighting in the house is antique to the period of the home and conveys. A bright sunny primary bedroom has a new skylight adding to the treehouse feel. All bathroom vanities and fixtures are original and in pristine condition. This is a true time capsule that has been lovingly maintained. A built in green house looks out to the fenced in back yard. Detached artist studio. 4 off street parking spots.,Wood Cabinets,Wood Counter,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Living Room
Location
State VA
County Charlottesville City
Zoning R
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Basement Interior Access
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Interior
Interior Features Skylight(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s)
Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Brick, Wood
Equipment Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Y
Window Features Screens,Double Hung
Appliance Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
View Garden/Lawn, Other
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Sloping
Story 3
Foundation Block
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Other
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type High,Vaulted Ceilings,Cathedral Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Venable
Middle Schools Walker & Buford
High Schools Charlottesville
School District Charlottesville Cty Public Schools
Others
Ownership Other
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector
Special Listing Condition Standard
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