About 740 Lyons Ave
A major price reduction make this an exceptional opportunity for investors or renovation-minded buyers in Charlottesville’s highly desirable North Downtown area and priced well under assessed value. Positioned at the end of a quiet culdesac on an unusually large .57-acre lot this mid century brick ranch on a full basement is ready for the new owner to reimagine its next next 60 years. The main level features extensive hardwood floors, masonry fireplace with gas logs, 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths including a primary bedroom with ensuite. The finished walkout basement adds a large open living/recreation area, a third full bathroom, a woodburning fireplace, and a separate entrance offering potential for rental income. Enjoy the rare combination of a large private-feeling lot, mature landscaping, cul-de-sac setting, and a highly sought after North Downtown location, all just minutes from the best of Charlottesville. Bring your vision and create something truly special in one of Charlottesville’s most sought-after areas!
Features of 740 Lyons Ave
| MLS® # | 679629 |
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| Price | $650,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 2,496 |
| Acres | 0.57 |
| Year Built | 1964 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 740 Lyons Ave |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | LYONS PLACE |
| City | Charlottesville |
| County | Charlottesville |
| State | VA |
| Zip Code | 22902 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Cable Available, Natural Gas Available |
|---|---|
| Features | Sidewalks |
| Parking | Off Street, On Street |
| View | Residential |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Ceramic Tile, Hardwood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Primary Downstairs |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Baseboard |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplaces | Two |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Fence, Mature Trees/Landscape |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Landscaped |
| Windows | Vinyl |
| Roof | Architectural |
| Construction | Brick, Stick Built |
| Foundation | Block |
School Information
| Elementary | Sunrise |
|---|---|
| Middle | Charlottesville Middle |
| High | Charlottesville |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 16th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 62 |
| Zoning | R-A Low-Density Residentail District |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
Listing Details
| Office | KELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE |
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