Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Listed
$595,000
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Property Description
Historic Craftsman in Downtown Charlottesville ? A Visionary?s Dream! Located in the highly sought-after Martha Jefferson neighborhood of Downtown Charlottesville with alley access, this historic Craftsman-style home is waiting to be reimagined! Just moments from restaurants, live music, coffee shops, and all the charm of downtown, this property is an incredible opportunity for those looking to create something special. Step inside to find soaring 10? ceilings (remove paneling with potential for even more height!), grand foyer, expansive room sizes, solid hardwood floors and vintage sliding doors that once led to a parlor?a true nod to its historic character. The home also boasts a metal roof, a welcoming front porch, and a yard that was once fully fenced (partially fenced now) for added privacy. With tons of off-street parking via alley access and space to build your own garage, the potential here is endless! This property needs a total remodel, and the seller has no knowledge of its condition?bring your vision and your offers! Location. Character. Unlimited Possibilities. Don?t miss your chance to transform this historic gem! Sold as is.,Fireplace in Living Room
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 708 Locust Ave
General
- Price: $595,000
- Taxes: $7,532 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: 672503
- Updated: 1/15/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Laundry, Mud Room, Office, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Location
- County: CHARLOTTESVILLE CITY
- Driving Directions: From Downtown, take E High Street, left on Locust Ave, property is on the right.
School Information
- School District: Charlottesville City Public Schools
- High School: Charlottesville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Asbestos
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Stories Description: Main
- Building Size: 2148
- Square Feet: 2,148
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,148 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,148 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: Other
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $277
- Tax Amount: $7,532
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
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Schools
Schools serving 708 Locust Ave
School District:Charlottesville City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Burnley-Moran Elementary School 1300 Long Street, Charlottesville, VA 22901 | PK-4 | 0.4 mi |
Buford Middle School 1000 Cherry Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903 | 7-8 | 1.6 mi |
Charlottesville High School 1400 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 708 Locust Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 708 Locust Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
100%
$768,600
14%
2023
100%
$673,400
9%
2022
100%
$615,300
13%
2022
-100%
$543,400
15%
2021
$910
1%
$471,300
1%
2020
$898
2%
$465,300
2%
2019
$884
8%
$457,500
8%
2018
$818
8%
$422,800
8%
2017
$758
4%
$391,520
4%
2016
$728
3%
$375,800
3%
2015
$710
—
$366,000
—
2014
$710
-3%
$366,000
-5%
2013
$732
—
$385,100
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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708 Locust Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (MLS# 672503) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 708 Locust Ave is currently listed for $595,000 and was received on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 708 Locust Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Charlottesville? You can browse all Charlottesville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.