Step into a rare opportunity to own a grandfathered antique shop set within a beautifully preserved historic home dating back to the 1700s. Building was once a Tavern as well as a Stagecoach stop. Currently zoned residential, this property offers exceptional versatility: continue operating the existing business, explore the potential for rezoning to suit another commercial use, or enjoy the charm and character as a private residence.Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking a distinctive business location, an investor looking for future flexibility, or a homeowner drawn to historic character, this property presents a unique chance to own a piece of local history with endless possibilities. Property is being sold "As Is"
For sale
$265,000
20 Batteau Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
3beds
1,808sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1800
0.83 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 13 days |
- 1,559 |
- 45 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 13, 2026 at 06:01am
Listed by:
Cheryl Roberts Walton 434-942-4526 cheryl.walton@aol.com,
NextHome TwoFourFive
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 364458
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of RealtorsTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 16 x 18
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Mini-Split
Appliances
- Included: None
- Laundry: None
Features
- Plaster
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace, Gas Log, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,808 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,808
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1457600
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Dominion Energy
- Sewer: County
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Altavista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $147/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $152,800
- Annual tax amount: $688
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,322/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+488.9%$147/sqft |
Source:  LMLS #364458 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2019 | Sold | $45,000-30.7%$25/sqft |
Source: LMLS #313734 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2018 | Listed for sale | $64,900$36/sqft |
Source: John Stewart Walker, Inc #313734 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $688 | $152,800 |
| 2023 | -- | $152,800 +65% |
| 2022 | $482 | $92,600 |
| 2021 | $482 | -- |
| 2020 | -- | -- |
| 2019 | $469 | $92,600 +2.8% |
| 2018 | $469 | $90,100 |
| 2017 | -- | $90,100 |
| 2016 | -- | $90,100 |
| 2015 | -- | $90,100 -8.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $98,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $98,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $98,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $98,700 -2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $101,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $101,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $101,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $101,200 +130% |
| 2006 | -- | $44,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $44,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $44,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $44,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,351/mo
Principal & interest
$1249
Property taxes
$102
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 24517
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Altavista Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.6 mi
- 5/10Altavista High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 7 mi
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