439 James Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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$355,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 16, 2026
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft

439 James Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,008 sqft
$353/sqft

Local Information

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About this House

Available October 24th - This one-of-a-kind 1 bedroom, 1 bath Ivy cottage is located in the desirable Murray Elementary school district and is tucked off of Dick Woods Road on 3.37
 mostly wooded acres. Surrounded by native forest plants in a naturalistic setting, the property is a peaceful and private oasis. Just minutes from the I-64 Ivy exit and the Miller School of Albemarle! Under 9 miles from Wegmans at 5th St Station, and 12 miles from the University of Virginia and downtown Charlottesville. Also enjoy the convenience to Chiles Peach Orchard, vineyards, and breweries in Crozet.

The A-Frame style cottage offers 1,008 finished sqft with a full loft offering space for two sleeping areas. Features include: hardwood flooring, an open first floor with a propane Hearthstone fireplace in the living and dining space, a kitchen with an electric oven, propane cooktop, and pantry closet, plus a large bathroom with a stacked front loading washer and dryer. The loft area above can be decorated to offer a main bedroom space and desk area, or even a nursery or young child's bed.

A large deck wraps around the cottage and offers plenty of space to enjoy the natural setting. A separate light-filled Yurt is located in the rear of the cottage and would work well as a guest bedroom or home office space in the Spring & Fall, or a peaceful spot to do yoga. A large established garden, a variety of fruit trees (apple, pear, fig, raspberry, strawberry, and blueberry), and a smaller herb garden are set in the flat lower area of the property.

Rent includes: lawn care. Well water is available. Propane tanks are currently full for the incoming residents (and will need to be returned full at move-out). A lease commitment through Summer 2025 (or 2026) is available. The rent will increase to market value ($1,825/mo) on August 1, 2025.

This property is within the following school district:

* Murray Elementary
* Henley Middle
* Western Albemarle High

No smoking or pets are allowed at the property. Upon lease signing there is a security deposit of $1,750 due. First month's rent of $1,750 (unless otherwise prorated) is due prior to the lease start date.
439 James Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $225,000 on Jul 25, 2018 (12,757% above the $1,750 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $1,750 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 11, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $355,500, with a rent estimate of $1,887/month.

Home Details for 439 James Ln

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn

Comparable Sales for 439 James Ln

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4635 Dick Woods Rd, Charlottesville, VA
0.72
Single-Family Home
$650,000
04/16/26
3
2.5
1,992 sqft
213 Turkey Ridge Rd, Charlottesville, VA
0.92
Single-Family Home
$530,000
10/03/25
3
2
2,204 sqft
651 Big Oak Rd, Charlottesville, VA
0.76
Single-Family Home
$700,000
01/21/26
3
2.5
2,680 sqft
325 Heron Ln, Charlottesville, VA
0.70
Single-Family Home
$840,000
03/04/26
4
2.5
2,536 sqft
446 Peacock Dr, Charlottesville, VA
0.65
Single-Family Home
$879,900
08/04/26
5
3.5
3,580 sqft
274 Grey Dove Ln, Charlottesville, VA
0.97
Single-Family Home
$675,000
04/16/26
3
3.5
2,786 sqft
247 Blue Rock Rdg, Charlottesville, VA
0.94
Single-Family Home
$860,000
12/23/25
4
3.5
3,091 sqft
25 Dry Bridge Rd, Charlottesville, VA
0.67
Single-Family Home
$1,850,981
03/02/26
4
4.5
5,978 sqft
3655 Raleigh Mountain Trl, Charlottesville, VA
1.00
Single-Family Home
$1,232,500
04/29/26
4
3.5
2,880 sqft
723 Retriever Run, Charlottesville, VA
0.68
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
03/06/26
5
6.5
8,010 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Charlottesville

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,887/mo
Average rent
$2.05K
$50MoM
Available listings
586
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  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 11, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,750
Sep 24, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,750
Aug 21, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Aug 12, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,695
Jul 25, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$225,000

Frequently asked questions about 439 James Ln

  • What is 439 James Ln estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 439 James Ln in Charlottesville, VA is $355,500.
  • What is the price history for 439 James Ln?
    439 James Ln in Charlottesville, VA last sold for $225,000 in July 2018.
  • Is Charlottesville a buyer's or seller's market?
    Charlottesville is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Charlottesville?
    The median sale price in Charlottesville is $533K. That is up $13.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 439 James Ln have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 439 James Ln in Charlottesville, VA has in-unit laundry.

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