278 Prospect Rd, Prospect, VA 23960
OFF MARKET

278 Prospect Rd
Prospect, VA 23960

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths

$259,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,437/mo*
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$259,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,437/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
(on 2 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

A very charming 2- two story colonial home (remodeled) located in the town of Prospect on 2-acres that includes beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house, nice size rooms, eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 20' x 30' shop, garden shed, small fish pond in backyard. Very convenient to Appomattox, Lynchburg and Farmville. *SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS*
278 Prospect Rd, Prospect, VA 23960 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $167,000 on Apr 17, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $259,300, with a rent estimate of $1,688/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 278 Prospect Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.00 acres

Price History for 278 Prospect Rd

DatePriceEventSource
04/17/2017$167,000Sold
N/A
11/29/2016$167,000PendingAgent Provided
08/16/2016$167,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/20/2016$169,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Farmville

Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$538
Assessment$105,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 278 Prospect Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
778 Prospect Rd, Prospect, VA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$264,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,440
4441 Pin Oak Rd, Prospect, VA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$298,000
05/15/26
3
2
-
4473 Pin Oak Rd, Prospect, VA
1.52
Single-Family Home
$287,850
08/29/25
3
2
1,368
373 Chinquapin Rd, Prospect, VA
1.98
Single-Family Home
$247,000
05/14/26
3
1
1,316
2079 Pin Oak Rd, Pamplin, VA
2.30
Single-Family Home
$162,800
11/07/25
3
2
1,537
1482 First Rock Rd, Prospect, VA
2.34
Single-Family Home
$270,000
03/23/26
3
2
1,972
1413 First Rock Rd, Prospect, VA
2.23
Single-Family Home
$260,000
01/13/26
2
2
1,538
833 Carr Rd, Prospect, VA
2.54
Single-Family Home
$135,000
09/05/25
3
2
1,816
2081 Pin Oak Rd, Pamplin, VA
2.29
Single-Family Home
$51,250
07/16/25
3
2
-
5090 Prince Edward Hwy, Prospect, VA
1.87
Single-Family Home
$70,000
03/11/26
3
-
2,012

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What Locals Say about Farmville

At least 33 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say parking is easy

  • 93 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Rioslimlavish
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for nearly a decade, it’s a place to raise your children at. It’s a calm and collected area to live life in peace and comfort."
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  • Laqwm
    "Farmville is a great place to raise a family. It is quiet but has access to lots of activities due to having 2 local colleges. "
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  • Miauniquesmith
    "There are a lot of dogs in Farmville. Best to make sure your dog is well socialized. If not, get your dog around others prior to moving here. "
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  • Rhondafinch77
    "I have lived here all my life it’s a wonderful town to live in. The community is really friendly it’s a all in all great place"
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  • Maryfrances825
    "Need more sidewalks, downtown as sidewalks half do and half don’t we do have a dog park but needs more trees. But all in all it is dog friendly."
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  • Merletnt
    "I’m fairly new to the area So I don’t know much except it’s quiet I feel safe here and often do not even lock my doors "
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  • Prettylu32
    "Loving and caring neighbors everyone looks out for one another can doors open without worrying about someone invading your privacy well trained pets not to much traffic little noisy due to highway not to far convenient stores around that’s helpful because you don’t have to go very far to shop if in need of odds and ends"
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  • Barry D.
    "I have lived in Farmville Va for most of my life and it is a very safe and laid back little town. If you like quite but you also have all the things you need close by. Stores theaters post office , ect . "
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  • Barry D.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 25 years. It is close to everything. Perfect location. You can walk to everything even an eight movie Cinema. Very convenient to everything. Peaceful and safe."
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  • maryfrances825
    "It is a Friendly place to live everybody gets along good our community and the community supports everybody"
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  • Ben2fresh
    "Lived in Farmville for over a year when I landed a job there. Never seen such friendly people, and such a beautiful area. It was peaceful. Almost as if it was out of a movie. The downtown shops have great items, and this city has everything you can need. This area is perfect for couples that are looking to retire, or people looking to start a family. If it werent for me having to move again, I would have stayed in Farmville forever. "
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  • lorrainepohl
    "I live close to Farmville, and I know this neighborhood, and this particular house is down the street from a private school and a golf course, there is a university as well as a private college close by so loads of opportunities for families with kids of all ages, and students from the university. This is the perfect area for people who want to turn over a property, because students pay more than what a mortgage would be for room and board at the university. Young couples and retirees have plenty to do as well. "
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  • Navona H.
    "Welcome to Farmville VA. We are home of Longwood University and Hamden-Sydney College. The main street is a sleepy main street working hard to become a Main Street America community. Enjoy local restaurants and shopping while visiting here. It is an amazing place to call home. This community will welcome you. Enjoy The Heart of Virginia Festival, First Fridays, Vriginia Grape Festival, Main Street parades and so much more. Our real estate is affordable and offers values that will amaze you. Call me today to give you a tour of town! I would love to show you why I love living and working here."
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