{"id":26590,"date":"2017-04-26T09:19:38","date_gmt":"2017-04-26T13:19:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertyshark.com\/Real-Estate-Reports\/?p=26590"},"modified":"2024-03-14T15:27:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-14T13:27:31","slug":"expensive-homes-sale-virginia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertyshark.com\/Real-Estate-Reports\/2017\/04\/26\/expensive-homes-sale-virginia\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Expensive Homes for Sale in Virginia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Virginia\u2019s real estate market kicked off 2017 with a strong step<\/a>\u00a0forward, registering year-over-year increases in both the pace and volume of transactions. January figures showed a 3.2 percent year-over-year median sale price expansion \u2013 indicating stabilized growth \u2013 while inventories continue to shrink throughout the state.<\/p>\n

While average buyers, especially first-time homeowners, are finding it increasingly difficult to balance their budgets, housing needs and available supply, at the top end of Virginia\u2019s housing market there is no shortage of available stunning homes. Characterized by classic architecture, high-end materials and hundreds of acres of rolling Virginia countryside, the state\u2019s luxury residential market is all about classic lines and graceful elegance \u2013 no light-up infinity pools and sleek modern lines here. Amenities here include breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain views, hunting preserves, wine cellars, greenhouses, understated classic gardens and famed equestrian operations.<\/p>\n

Ranging in price from $11,975,000 to $33,000,000, these luxurious estates are the most expensive homes for sale in Virginia right now<\/strong>. \u00a0Located in pricey neighborhoods closest to the District, such as McLean, or in rolling Virginia horse and wine country, the priciest homes in the state are characterized by classic Colonial and Colonial Revival architecture. Farming operations and equestrian facilities abound, including legendary racehorse breeding stables. Meticulously renovated 18th<\/sup> century manor houses and historic buildings dot the Virginia countryside and the top end of its housing market.<\/p>\n

As for the most expensive home for sale in Virginia right now<\/strong>, this pricey historic plantation boasts 22 beds and a storied past \u2013 scroll down if you\u2019re curious about what caught the eye of a Chrysler magnate and a former Goldman Sachs partner.<\/p>\n

<\/span>10<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

8540 Mill Reef Road, Upperville<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $11,975,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Boasting a Cross & Son-designed stone main residence and 24-stall stable, this 440-acre property is every equestrian\u2019s dream. Part of the iconic estate of legendary philanthropists Paul and Bunny Mellon, Rokeby Farms comes with a 4-bed, 4,633-square-foot main residence, 9 cottages and 1-mile long private airstrip with a tower and a\u00a0charming airport lounge. The estate perfectly encompasses the passions of its one-time owners, racehorse breeding and horticulture, with multiple greenhouses, gardens and equestrian facilities included in the sale. Initially put on the market for $18 million, Rokeby Farms is now listed with a whopping 33.5 percent price chop \u2013 a real steal for an estate just 54 miles from downtown Washington.<\/p>\n

<\/span>9<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

4503 Mount Air Farm, Crozet<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $12,800,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Just 17 miles outside Charlottesville, Mount Air Farm is a breathtaking 870-acre country estate boasting endless acres of natural landscape and dramatic Blue Ridge Mountains views. The property has copious amounts of luxurious living space, crowned by a 10,797-square-foot brick Georgian main residence with 4 bedrooms and a grand total of 20 rooms. Guest and staff lodgings include a 4,754-square-foot, 4-bed farm managers house, an A-frame house, tenant house, farmer\u2019s house and a cottage. The estate also includes an indoor pool area with a heated pool, fireplace and lounge area, all bathed in natural light thanks to the glass walls and ceiling.<\/p>\n

<\/span>8<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

McLean<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $13,000,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Inspired by the Loire Valley\u2019s largest and most iconic chateaux, the Chateau de Chambord, this 2-acre estate in McLean is fit for a king. Custom-built by The Galileo Group in 2013, the 15,295-square-foot home features classical architectural detailing and fine art throughout. The wine cellar with tasting area and bar, the formal dining room, billiards room, home theater, outdoor kitchen, pool, outdoor spa, patio and poolside lounge all ensure that entertaining is never a chore.\u00a0 Other posh amenities include an artist studio, library, 9 fireplaces and 5+ car garage.<\/p>\n

<\/span>7<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

36987 Mountville Road, Middleburg<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $15,000,0000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Featuring 327 acres \u2013 across two tracts also available separately \u2013 Bolinvar is a true Virginia hunt country gem with its 6-bed stone Georgian manor house, abundant woodlands and rolling fields. The main residence boasts 22 rooms, 9 fireplaces, a wine cellar, a pool and perennial gardens. The estate also includes a 3-bed guest house and equestrian facilities such as an 11-stall stable with 2 staff apartments, paddocks and a riding ring.<\/p>\n

<\/span>6<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

99 Bloomfield Road, Charlottesville<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $15,800,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Just 3 miles from the University of Virginia, Verulam Farm is a storied 500-acre estate in the heart of Virginia wine country. Commissioned by New York attorney Courtlandt Van Clief in 1936, Verulam is the creation of noted Virginia architect Marshall Swain Wells and celebrated landscape architect Charles F. Gilette, known for developing the Virginia Garden style. The current estate includes a 10,350-square-foot Colonial main residence, guest cottage, pool with pool house and professionally designed gardens. Verulam also includes equestrian and farm facilities, including a 16-stall barn, as well as the Cider Barn, a party\/events venue.<\/p>\n

<\/span>5<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

2227 Penny Lane, The Plains<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $17,990,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

50 miles outside of D.C. and just 5 minutes from historic Middleburg, the 837-acre Oakendale Farms estate is situated in prime Virginia hunt country. Originally designed by famed architect William L. Bottomley, the 5-bed Colonial Revival manor house was extensively renovated by former owner, philanthropist Mary Sayles Booker Braga. Oakendale also features a guest house, 2-story office with porch, farm manager\u2019s house and historic log cabin. Further dependencies also include 5+car garage with large party room, greenhouse, 8-stall barn complete with office and one-bed apartment, pool and pool house with terrace and a bevy of additional farm and equestrian facilities.<\/p>\n

<\/span>4<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

12410 Cove Lane, Hume<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $21,950,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Initially listed for $23,950,000, this stunning 2,000-acre estate is touted as a \u201cself-sustaining property\u201d.\u00a0 Built in 2002, the 8-bed French Provincial estate boasts all the usual high-end bells and whistles like a pool, elevator, exercise room, home theater and no fewer than 10 fireplaces. A stunning library and 3,500-bottle wine cellar complete take the estate to the next level, along with a carriage house with 6-bay garage and additional living quarters, riding trails and water features.<\/p>\n

<\/span>3<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

1171 Chain Bridge Road, McLean<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $24,000,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

Situated in McLean\u2019s poshest neighborhood, Ballantrae Farms, this 1.5-acre estate was designed by Custom Design Concepts Architecture + Interiors. Yet to be built, the 6-bed, 6-bath Colonial offers the potential to fully customize the interiors to buyer\u2019s exact needs. The 20,000-square-foot home is set to have a domed reception hall and use the highest quality materials and finishes throughout.<\/p>\n

<\/span>2<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Aldie<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $25,000,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

A history buff\u2019s dream home, the 511-acre Tamworth Farm is located in its entirety on The Journey Through Hallowed Ground, the federally designated National Heritage Area spanning the Gettysburg-Monticello corridor. The estate features two main residences: a fully renovated historic farmhouse and a manor home reconstructed in 1940 with the stone of the original 1820s manor home which reportedly burned down during the Civil War. 3 guest homes offer additional living space. 2 pools, a tennis court and extensive equestrian facilities \u2013 including an indoor riding arena \u2013 offer plenty of opportunity for unwinding in the rolling Piedmont countryside.<\/p>\n

<\/span>1<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

7500 Ironwood Lane, Warrenton<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>Asking price: $33,000,000<\/span><\/h4>\n

After trading for $21 million in late 2015, North Wales, the fabled historic plantation is on the market again \u2013 this time for $33 million. That whopping price tag gets you a 1,471-acre National Historic Register estate with a storied past<\/a> \u2013 previous owners include the likes of automotive magnate Walter P. Chrysler Jr. and most recently, former Goldman Sachs partner David B. Ford. The carefully renovated estate totals 22 bedrooms in a 1776 stone manor house, a 2-story Georgian Revival stone carriage house, a guesthouse and additional residences. North Wales\u2019 posh amenities include a shooting preserve, extensive equestrian and farm facilities, including a stable office and riding arena, wine cellar with bar, billiards room, library, sun room, tennis court and pool.<\/p>\n

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Methodology<\/strong>
\nIn order to determine which were the most expensive homes for sale in Virginia, we looked at all residential properties listed for sale, taking into account condo, co-op, single- and two-family homes. All package deals were excluded.<\/p>\n

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