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Land with Home for Sale in Madison Heights, Virginia

779 River Rd, Madison Heights, VA 24572

$1,490,000
2.83 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $7,369/mo

Point Lookout, circa 1852, is a rare historic riverfront property offering remarkable privacy just 2.5 minutes from downtown Lynchburg. Set on 2.83 acres with approximately 500 feet of James River frontage and Harris Creek forming a natural boundary, the property traces its origins to the 1750 land grant from King George II to Charles Lynch. Built by Capt. William Mitchell, the residence retains original cedar floors, wavy glass windows, the historic cookhouse, and striking dry-laid stone walls from the former mill site. A scenic peninsula extends into the river, providing direct water access, ownership extending into a portion of the river, and potential for a future private dock. Thoughtfully restored and expanded, the home includes a new primary suite, dining room, baths, laundry, and bonus room. Improvements include a metal roof, extensive restoration work, landscaped grounds, and a 26' x 30' covered pavilion. Previously operated as a highly rated short-term rental with a Special Exception permit for such use, the property is offered substantially furnished, excluding select Seller personal items. Surrounded by large neighboring acreage unlikely to be developed, it offers rare privacy so close to the city.

3,379
Sq feet
3
Beds
3
Full baths
1852
Built

Location

Street address
779 River Rd
Zip code
24572
Community
Amherst
Elevation
565 feet
Coordinates
37.4388, -79.1514

Directions

Directions from Amherst: Take Rte. 29 South to Rte. 130. Go right on 130, left on Dillard, right on Kings road, right on River road to 779.

Property details

Acreage
2.83 acres
Zoning
R-1 Limited Residential
MLS #
CAARMLS 678163
Posted

Property taxes

2026
$2,667

Parcels

  • 154A-2-6

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential

Structure

Stories
2
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Interior

Rooms
Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3

Nearby schools

NameType
AmherstElementary
AmherstMiddle
AmherstHigh

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
June 8, 2026New listing$1,490,000CAARMLS
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This 2.83-acre property is located at 779 River Rd in Madison Heights, VA 24572. The property is available for sale for $1,490,000. It has a 3,379 sq ft 3 bedroom, 3 bath house built in 1852.

Listed by Frank Hardy Sotheby's International Realty, (434) 296-0134

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