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3024 Mechum Banks Dr
Charlottesville, 22901

Albemarle VA Horse Farm
3024 MECHUM BANKS DR


MECHUM BANKS DRIVE - Spectacular year round Blue Ridge Mountain views from this premier property in Ivy. The architecturally designed residence, masterfully showcases the breathtaking views from many rooms inviting the outdoors inside and providing awesome natural light. Spanning 6,690 finished square feet, the main level encompasses foyer; living room w/ fireplace; eat-in kitchen with high end appliances adjacent to family room w/ fireplace; spacious game room; main primary suite; mudroom; laundry & two car garage complete with chargers. Upstairs is a second primary suite, three bedrooms and two full baths. Throughout are indoor gardens, desk areas and tucked away storage. Current owners have meticulously maintained the property along with many upgrades such as solar panels, custom energy efficient shades with remote control and generator. Each season brings with it a new light and ambience. Situated on 8 acres fronting on the Mechums River, mature gardens and shrubs accent the natural setting along with a tennis court. It is truly unique to be able to retreat to such an extraordinarily tranquil home only minutes west from the activity and amenities offered by University of Virginia and Charlottesville.

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6690

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4

Bathroom

8

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Equestrian Property Details

Horse Farm
Information

  • Property Name:
  • Address: 3024 MECHUM BANKS DR
  • Town: Charlottesville, 22901
  • County: Albemarle
  • MLS #: 661814
  • Asking Price: $2,350,000
  • Original List Price: $2,350,000
  • Taxes: $17,604
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Subdivision: MECHUM BANKS
  • Days On Market: 49

Price CHANGE History

  • $2,350,000 on 03-12-2025

ACREAGE & IMPROVEMENTS

  • Acreage: 8.01
  • Land Description: Garden Spot, Irrigation System, Landscape Lighting, Landscaped, Private, Secluded Lot, Tennis Court, Water Front
  • Lot Features: Garden Space, Irrigation Available, Private Road
  • Farm Improvements:
  • View Description: Garden View, Mountain View, Water View, Panoramic View
  • Water Views: River

The Residence on the Farm

  • Year Home Built: 1992
  • Finished Square Feet: 6690
  • Unfinished Square Feet: 950
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4 Full & 1 Half Baths
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof:
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Utilities

  • Cable/Internet: Fiber-Optic
  • Cooling: Central AC,Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Water: Individual Well
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ivy Elementary
  • Middle School: Henley
  • High School: Western Albemarle


Contact Information

  • Contact Bridget Archer at McLean Faulconer, Inc. 434-981-4149
  • Request Information

  • Listing Firm: MCLEAN FAULCONER INC., REALTOR434-981-1250

Property Location

3024 MECHUM BANKS DR CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22901

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