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9281 Frascati Dr, Somerset, VA 22972

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5 Beds
4 Baths
5,650 Sq Ft

Frascati, c. 1823. Here is an exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire a national landmark perfectly located on 62.74 acres in the Somerset estate area of Orange County. Frascati was built for Philip Barbour, Associate Justice for the Supreme Court by John Perry, known for his work for Thomas Jefferson in building the University of Virginia and Monticello. Frascati is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. For a full history and architectural details about Frascati please see the Wikipedia listing in the documents section. In addition to the manor home the restored summer kitchen now serves as a charming guest cottage, the original formal gardens still exist with magnificent 200 year old boxwoods and extraordinary specimen trees. A lovely gunnite swimming pool is tucked away in a "secret garden" The 62 acres with Frascati is mostly open in high quality pasture and is suitable for any agricultural pursuit. There are several useful barns and sheds. The gently rolling land boasts superb views of the Blue Ridge mountains and is surrounded by large farms. Frascati is protected with a conservation easement with the VOF and The Virginia Board of Historic Resources. (See Documents).,Fireplace in Bedroom,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Family Room,Fireplace in Living Room

Listing By: JOHN INCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE COUNTRY PROPERTIES, LLC mdbmls-r Realty.com
  • MLS# 637878
  • Date Listed03/28/2025
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 3 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 62.74 acres (2,732,954 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Septic Tank
  • Subdivision UNKNOWN
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County ORANGE
  • Year Built 1823
  • Water Well
  • Square Feet 5,650 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $477.88

Interior Features

  • Flooring Wood
  • Cooling Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Oil, Radiant

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Metal
  • Lot Size Acres 62.74
  • Lot Size SQFT 2,732,954.40
  • Lot Features -

Directions

From the Somerset circle go south on Route 231 approximately two miles to the property on the left.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $8,634
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Gordon Barbour Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

5.6 mi

Distance

Prospect Heights Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

8.63 mi

Distance

Turning Point Alternative Education

Public • 6 - 8

8.63 mi

Distance

Lightfoot Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

20.33 mi

Distance

Locust Grove Elementary School

Public • 3 - 5

30.31 mi

Distance

Locust Grove Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

34.47 mi

Distance

Orange Co. High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

10.5 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in VA / 22972

Source: Walkscore

2/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

10/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 10/100.

Property Change History

List Price decreased from $2,750,000 to $2,700,000
Price Per Square Foot decreased from $486.73 to $477.88
Property Heating updated
Oil → Oil, Radiant

Points of Interest near 9281 FRASCATI DR, SOMERSET, VA 22972

Frequently Asked Questions for 9281 FRASCATI DR

Source: Realty.com

9281 FRASCATI DR, SOMERSET, VA 22972 is a Single Family 5,650 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 72 photos available of this 5 bed, 4 bath house, listed at $2,700,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 72 photos of 9281 FRASCATI DR.

Our records indicate that 9281 FRASCATI DR was built in 1823.

The full address for this home is 9281 FRASCATI DR, SOMERSET, VA 22972.

9281 FRASCATI DR has been listed on Realty.com since Fri March 28, 2025

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 10/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 9281 FRASCATI DR. Gordon Barbour Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Prospect Heights Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Orange Co. High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Charlottesville Country Properties, Llc (tel: 434-293-3900)
Listing agent: John Ince (tel: 434-981-3011) (#1784-CAAR)

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