Courtesy: STORY HOUSE REAL ESTATE
434-260-1435
Discover the possibilities on this beautiful 8+ acre parcel nestled in the mountains of Free Union. Private and secluded, the property offers a rare combination of natural beauty, peaceful surroundings, and convenient access to Cville. Seasonal mountain views, mature hardwoods, and a gorgeous stream create an idyllic setting for a recreational retreat, farmette, or private homestead. An early 1900s farmhouse currently sits on the property and offers the opportunity for renovation and restoration—or create your vision from the ground up with a brand-new home. An elevated potential building site tucked among the mature hardwoods provides a wonderful setting for a future residence. Enjoy the tranquility of country living while remaining just 25 minutes from Barracks Road Shopping Center, UVA Grounds, and the shopping/dining destinations west of Charlottesville. The property is also near Glass House Winery, making it easy to enjoy the best of the surrounding countryside. Whether you envision restoring a historic farmhouse, building a custom retreat, establishing a small farm, or simply owning a private piece of the Virginia mountains, this property offers endless possibilities. Come explore the land and imagine what could be!
Courtesy: NEST REALTY GROUP
434-566-0121
Western Albemarle New Construction with Mountain Views! Finished Basement and Wrap-around front porch! The Mechum main level features a private study, an open-concept great room with access to the included deck offering fantastic mountain views, plus a Mudroom as you enter from the Garage. The Gourmet kitchen, breakfast nook and spacious dining area are ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The second floor is home to the spacious Primary Suite & Bath, 3 Bedrooms each with their own private bath and a Bonus Room. The finished walkout basement offers additional space to enjoy, 5th bedroom & full bath with a terrace, light-filled feel. High-quality finishes include 2x6 exterior walls, a custom Mahogany front door, wood shelving throughout, and a zoned 15 SEER HVAC system. With a 2-car side-load garage, generous storage, and easily accessible mechanicals, this home is just as efficient as it is elegant. Also, enjoy the ability to make interior selections alongside our talented Design Team allowing you to truly design the dream home you've always wanted and move-in by May 2027!
Courtesy: NEST REALTY GROUP
434-566-0121
The highly desirable Monterey is available to build on this fantastic Blue Ridge Mountain view homesite off Buck Mountain Road in Free Union! The Monterey main level features a private study, an open-concept great room with access to the included deck offering fantastic mountain views, plus a Mudroom as you enter from the Garage. The Gourmet kitchen, breakfast nook and spacious dining area are ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The second floor is home to the spacious Primary Suite & Bath, 3 Bedrooms each with their own private bath and a Bonus Room. The finished walkout basement offers additional space to enjoy, 5th bedroom & full bath with a terrace, light-filled feel. High-quality finishes include 2x6 exterior walls, a custom Mahogany front door, wood shelving throughout, and a zoned 15 SEER HVAC system. With a 2-car side-load garage, generous storage, and easily accessible mechanicals, this home is just as efficient as it is elegant. Also, enjoy the ability to make interior selections alongside our talented Design Team allowing you to truly design the dream home you've always wanted and move-in by May 2027!
Courtesy: CORE REAL ESTATE PARTNERS LLC
434-826-2118
Experience the charm of Free Union living in this stunning new construction home set on 3.8 private acres in the highly sought-after Western Albemarle School District. Surrounded by rolling countryside, scenic back roads, and some of Central Virginia's most celebrated vineyards and wineries, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, just 15 minutes to Crozet and 25 minutes to Downtown Charlottesville.Inside, you'll find an open, light-filled floor plan featuring 9-foot ceilings, quartz countertops, a sun/morning room, a gas fireplace, and quality finishes throughout. The spacious primary suite provides a relaxing retreat, while three additional bedrooms and second-floor laundry offer everyday functionality. A partially finished walkout basement with a full bath and bedroom creates flexible space for a guest suite, home gym, or media room. Complete with a two-car garage, front porch, rear deck, and no HOA, this soon to ready home offers the lifestyle so many people seek in Western Albemarle.
Courtesy: EXP Realty, LLC
Jennifer Jinnette
336-508-4854
MAJOR NEW PRICE — NOW $675,000 AND WELL BELOW COUNTY ASSESSED VALUE! Welcome to The Catterton House, a circa-1826 Virginia farmhouse offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of history on 2.77 private acres in the heart of Free Union’s wine and horse country. Original heart pine floors, hand-hewn beams, raised-panel doors, wavy antique glass, and four fireplaces preserve nearly two centuries of character, while a spacious addition provides room to make this remarkable property your own. With approximately 3,063 finished square feet, The Catterton House is filled with possibilities. Restore it as a distinctive private residence, create an equestrian-inspired country retreat, or explore its potential as a bed & breakfast. Upper decks and porches showcase sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views and the rolling countryside that makes this setting so special. Located within easy reach of local wineries, Charlottesville, UVA, and Downtown, the property combines acreage, history, views, and incredible potential. Now offered at just $675,000, well below county assessed value, this new price creates an exceptional opportunity for a buyer with vision. Properties offering this combination of historic character, acreage, mountain views, and potential are increasingly difficult to replicate. Nearly 200 years of history. 2.77 acres. Blue Ridge views. Now $675,000. Come see what The Catterton House could become.
Courtesy: Nest Realty Group
434-566-0121
The highly sought-after Newport is back with some exciting updates on this fantastic Blue Ridge Mountain view homesite off Buck Mountain Road in Free Union! The light-filled Newport main level features a private study, an expansive owner’s suite, two secondary bedrooms with vaulted ceilings & private full baths (2), an open-concept great room with soaring vaulted ceilings and a gas log fireplace. The Gourmet kitchen and spacious dining area are ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The finished walkout basement offers additional space to enjoy, 4th bedroom & full bath with a terrace, light-filled feel. High-quality finishes include 2x6 exterior walls, a custom Mahogany front door, wood shelving throughout, and a zoned 15 SEER HVAC system. With a 2-car side-load garage, generous storage, and easily accessible mechanicals, this home is just as efficient as it is elegant. Also, enjoy the ability to make interior selections alongside our talented Design Team allowing you to truly design the dream home you've always wanted and move-in by March 2027!
Courtesy: EXP REALTY LLC - STAFFORD
434-422-5664
Perched atop Flattop Mountain, Summit Lookout offers an extraordinary mountain retreat with almost panoramic views stretching across an unspoiled natural landscape. Lightly lived in and thoughtfully designed, with numerous upgrades throughout the interior, the home embraces a contemporary aesthetic that maximizes the breathtaking setting while requiring minimal upkeep, making it ideal for both full-time living and effortless weekend escapes. Set on more than six private acres, the subdivision provides direct access to the Appalachian Trail, whether by foot for a scenic hike or by car for broader exploration of the region. Despite its peaceful, secluded atmosphere, residents enjoy the convenience of full Firefly Fiber Broadband internet service, supporting remote work, streaming, and gaming with ease. The property is surrounded by abundant wildlife, offering frequent sightings of deer, wild turkey, songbirds, and other native species that make mountain living truly exceptional.
Courtesy: GAYLE HARVEY REAL ESTATE, INC
434-960-1366
Set within the scenic countryside of the Greenwood Historic District & the Yellow Mountain Agricultural & Forestal District, Asgardd Farm offers a rare blend of thoughtful design, sustainability & productive land. The well built residence features 5 BRs & 3.5 baths with primarily one level living & a main level primary suite. Designed at a 45 degree angle to capture sunrises & sunsets, the home is filled with natural light & enjoys lovely views of the Blue Ridge Mountains & Israel Mountain. Geothermal heating & cooling provide energy efficiency. There are two bonus spaces off the upper level bedrooms which offer flexibility for hobbies or creative pursuits. The land has been cultivated as an organic vegetable & flower farm, ideal for homesteaders. A large fenced garden supports extensive plantings, complemented by mature fruit trees including apple, peach, pear & fig, plus blueberries, raspberries & established perennials. A well built 2560+/- sq ft barn provides excellent space for equipment or agricultural use. Additional features include a 3 car garage, swimming pool & creek. Wildlife abounds with multiple species of birds returning each year, creating a wonderful place to enjoy a natural lifestyle.
Courtesy: MONTAGUE, MILLER & CO. - WESTFIELD
434-973-5393
Set on 3 serene acres in the rolling foothills of northwestern Albemarle County, this beautifully updated brick cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and charm—just minutes from Free Union. Surrounded by picturesque farms and estates, the setting is as peaceful as it is scenic. Inside, the renovated ranch-style home is truly move-in ready, featuring hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and a spacious, light-filled kitchen and dining area ideal for gathering. The main level includes three bedrooms and two full baths, all designed for easy, everyday living, with lovely pastoral views from nearly every angle. A walk-up floored attic provides generous storage, while the finished basement with its own fireplace creates a cozy retreat for relaxing or entertaining. Outside, mature landscaping and shade trees frame the home, and a large storage shed offers plenty of space for tools and equipment. Enjoy the tranquility of country living with the convenience of a quick 20-minute drive to Charlottesville—and easy access to the mountains whenever adventure calls.
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Free Union is located in Virginia. Free Union, Virginia 22940has a population of 119. Free Union 22940 is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 35.35% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 32.65%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $90,568 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Free Union 22940 is 65.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 23.3 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 43.1 inches per year, with 16 inches of snow per year.
