518 N 1st St, Charlottesville, VA 22902

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518 N 1st St,Charlottesville, VA 22902
$1,145,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,050 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: reidar stiernstrand
Office: loring woodriff real estate associates
MLS#:674691
Source:VA_HRAR

Price summary

  • Price:$1,145,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$331.88

About this home

Just four blocks from Charlottesville’s beloved Downtown Pedestrian Mall, this rare 1889 Victorian sits on a quiet dead-end street in highly sought-after North Downtown. Blending historic character with modern updates, this spacious 6-bedroom, 3-bath home offers exceptional versatility for comfortable living, entertaining, and investment. Inside, a sun-filled living room with striking floor-to-ceiling windows creates a warm, inviting ambiance. The charming covered front porch is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Full English basement with both inside and outside access also offers a full separate walk out apartment that adds valuable flexibility—ideal for rental income, guest accommodations, or multigenerational living. Set on a generous lot extending to 2nd Street, the property features lush gardens, outdoor gathering spaces, and room to expand or personalize. With easy street parking and a short walk to downtown shops, dining, and cultural attractions, the...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1889
  • Listing ID #:674691
  • Added:48 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 13, 2026 at 02:33 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Flooring:Hardwood, Porcelain Tile
  • Kitchen Description:Wood Cabinets
  • Basement Description:Finished, Full, Heated, Inside Access, Outside Entrance, Slab, Walk Out, Windows
  • Living area:3,050 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central AC
  • Heating:Central Heat, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Metal - Other
  • Year built:1889
  • Building area:3,050 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.17 Acres
  • Lot Features:Landscaped
  • Foundation Description:Brick, Concrete Slab
  • Levels:2 Story

Schools

  • High school:Charlottesville
  • Middle school:Charlottesville Middle
  • Elementary school:Sunrise

Utilities

  • Water:Public Water
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,145,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$331.88
  • Tax amount:$9,500 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Smoke Detector(s)