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Property Description
Stunning 4-Acre Colonial Estate with Endless Potential Welcome to 1478 Spotswood Dr, an elegant 3,056-square-foot Colonial home nestled on a premium 4.02-acre lot in the highly desirable Governor Spotswood Estates neighborhood of Locust Grove, VA. Offering the perfect blend of classic architectural charm, open space, and modern capability, this private retreat is being sold as-is and presents a rare opportunity to customize your dream estate. Key Property Features Bedrooms: 3 spacious bedrooms on the upper level Bathrooms: 2 full baths, 1 half bath Square Footage: 3,056 finished sqft above grade Lot Size: 4.02 private, wooded acres Year Built: 2003 Impeccable Interior Craftsmanship Step past the inviting red front door into a traditional three-story floor plan flooded with natural light, boasting 9'+ ceilings, elegant crown moldings, and classic chair railings. The main floor layout seamlessly balances formal spaces with cozy living area zones: The Living Spaces: Features two masonry brick fireplaces-one equipped with cozy gas logs and the other a traditional wood-burning hearth, perfect for crisp Virginia autumns. The Gourmet Kitchen: Designed for entertaining, featuring a functional kitchen island, built-in pantry, bright breakfast area, and recessed lighting. Premium Flooring: A beautiful mix of solid hardwood, ceramic tile, brick accents, and carpeting throughout. Expansion Potential & Exterior Highlights The exterior matches the grandeur of the interior, featuring a gray architectural shingle roof, outdoor landscape lighting, and a serene back porch with white railings overlooking your massive yard. Unfinished Walkout Basement: Features full-size daylight windows and doors that lead straight to the rear yard. Complete with rough-in plumbing for a full bathroom, this massive canvas is ready to be converted into an in-law suite, home theater, or recreation room. Oversized 2-Car Garage: An attached, rear-facing garage featuring an extra-wide driveway and plenty of space for larger vehicles, workshop tools, or extra storage. Enjoy the benefits of energy-efficient systems with dual central air conditioning and heat pumps, an owned propane system, underground utilities, and private well and septic infrastructure. Located in Orange County, this home offers peaceful privacy while remaining highly accessible to Route 3 for a smooth commute to Fredericksburg or Culpeper.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1478 Spotswood Dr
General
- Sold For: $550,000
- Taxes: $3,421 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAOR2014152
- Added to Site: 148 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Gas/Propane, Wood
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Partially Carpeted, Solid Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Flood Lights, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Location
- County: ORANGE
- Subdivision: GOVERNOR SPOTSWOOD ESTATES
- Cross Streets: Rt3
- Driving Directions: Rt3 to Spotswood Dr use gps
School Information
- School District: Orange County Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Forced Air, Central
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic = # of BR
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Phone Available, Propane, Under Ground
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Blown-In Insulation, Batts Insulation, Brick Veneer, Concrete, Frame, Rough-In Plumbing, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Rough Bath Plumb, Unfinished, Walkout Level, Windows
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,056
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,056 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,056 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2003
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Very Good
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 4.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 175,111
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $186.49
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $3,421
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $551,800
- Tax Amount: $3,421
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3056
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 70
Listed by National Realty, LLC, Gregory A Garrison
Sold by Compass Property Management Llc, Jon J Ridgeway
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Schools
Schools serving 1478 Spotswood Dr
School District:Orange County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Locust Grove Primary School 31230 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, VA 22508 | PK-2 | 6.4 mi |
Locust Grove Elementary School 31208 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, VA 22508 | 3-5 | 6.5 mi |
Locust Grove Middle School 6368 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove, VA 22508 | 6-8 | 5.3 mi |
Orange Co. High School 201 Selma Road, Orange, VA 22960 | 9-12 | 19.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1478 Spotswood Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/04/2026
Sold
$550,000
-3.49%
MLS
6/08/2026
Price Reduced
$569,900
-4.86%
MLS
5/16/2026
Listed
$599,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1478 Spotswood Drive, Locust Grove, VA 22508 (MLS# VAOR2014152) is a Single Family property that was sold at $550,000 on September 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 1478 Spotswood Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Locust Grove? You can browse all Locust Grove real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

