978 Broad Axe Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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$587,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 23, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,792 sqft

978 Broad Axe Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,792 sqft
$328/sqft

Local Information

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About this House

What's unique:Contemporary railingWood stovePrivate pondDetached unfinished cottageHuge master bedroomOpen concept kitchen
Very charming and unique home on secluded 11 acres with a private pond, 3 bay open shed or garage, and detached unfinished cottage. No power to the cottage, no finishes, just some framing and a screened porch, a blank slate?

Inside there are 3 levels, all with bamboo flooring. first level enters at the front to a screened porch, and then passes into the living room with wood stove, open concept kitchen, powder room, and rear door where you can park and carry in groceries. 2nd level with contemporary railing along the stairs offers guest bedroom or home office with multiple windows (no closet in this room), spacious full bath with tub/shower and new tile, laundry. Up one more flight, whose stairs are lined from bottom to top with built in shelving, is a huge master bedroom, again, lots of natural light, walk in closet, and a 2nd quirky screened porch that has a tree house feel!
 Heat pump offers central heat and a/c, kitchen is furnished with all appliances, including microwave, dishwasher. Home is on well/septic, so no water bill. Fiber internet available. Tenant responsible for electricity, trash pick up.
 Owner will consider one pet on a case by case basis up to 25 lbs with $50 per month pet rent.
 Minimum income requirement. Strong credit a must.

Contact Jinny Burns
Burns Property Management Inc
Licensed to Sell/Manage Real Estate in Virginia
978 Broad Axe Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,792 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $302,000 on Sep 29, 2014 (13,030% above the $2,300 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2024 with an asking price of $2,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 27, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $587,000, with a rent estimate of $3,278/month.

Home Details for 978 Broad Axe Rd

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Comparable Sales for 978 Broad Axe Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4635 Dick Woods Rd, Charlottesville, VA
0.81
Single-Family Home
$650,000
04/16/26
3
2.5
1,992 sqft
651 Big Oak Rd, Charlottesville, VA
0.86
Single-Family Home
$700,000
01/21/26
3
2.5
2,680 sqft
213 Turkey Ridge Rd, Charlottesville, VA
1.34
Single-Family Home
$530,000
10/03/25
3
2
2,204 sqft
274 Grey Dove Ln, Charlottesville, VA
1.03
Single-Family Home
$675,000
04/16/26
3
3.5
2,786 sqft
723 Retriever Run, Charlottesville, VA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
03/06/26
5
6.5
8,010 sqft
395 Ivy Vista Dr, Charlottesville, VA
1.11
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
06/30/26
3
2.5
3,742 sqft
325 Heron Ln, Charlottesville, VA
1.25
Single-Family Home
$840,000
03/04/26
4
2.5
2,536 sqft
446 Peacock Dr, Charlottesville, VA
1.03
Single-Family Home
$879,900
08/04/26
5
3.5
3,580 sqft
247 Blue Rock Rdg, Charlottesville, VA
1.19
Single-Family Home
$860,000
12/23/25
4
3.5
3,091 sqft
740 Murray Ln, Charlottesville, VA
0.91
Single-Family Home
$1,260,000
12/19/25
5
5.5
4,505 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Charlottesville

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,278/mo
Average rent
$2.05K
$50MoM
Available listings
586
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What Locals Say about Charlottesville

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  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 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
Nov 27, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,300
Nov 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,300
Nov 11, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,300
Nov 2, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,300
May 18, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,000

Frequently asked questions about 978 Broad Axe Rd

  • What is 978 Broad Axe Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 978 Broad Axe Rd in Charlottesville, VA is $587,000.
  • What is the price history for 978 Broad Axe Rd?
    978 Broad Axe Rd in Charlottesville, VA last sold for $302,000 in September 2014.
  • 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.

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