Land For Sale in Amherst County VA

Amherst County, VA land and farms are attractive to developers, manufacturers, businesses seeking to expand and those looking for a haven where they can enjoy nature. Located in the Piedmont region near the center of the state, the 479-square-mile county has 32,000 residents. Farmland encompasses 79,000 acres, 42% of which is woodlands. Livestock and poultry make up about 57% of the county’s agricultural sales. Golfers can tee off at one of the three golf courses including Poplar Grove Golf Course, which receives high marks for being an upscale public course. For history, you can visit the Monacan Indian Ancestral Museum and the Amherst Historical Museum. Camping, hiking, biking and birding opportunities keep nature lovers happy. Nearly 50 miles of the Appalachian Trail pass through county as it winds its way from Georgia to Maine. Much of the western portion of Amherst County, VA land lies within the George Washington National Forest, which forms a vast wilderness of more than 1 million acres in Virginia and West Virginia. The rivers and lakes provide plenty of space for canoeing and fishing. Hunting for turkeys and deer is good. In the heart of Lynchburg is the Old City Cemetery, a 25-acre public garden and wedding venue. Established in 1806, Old City Cemetery is the oldest municipal cemetery in Virginia still in use. Among the largest private employers are Sweet Briar College and Glad Manufacturing Co. Amherst County Public Schools provides K-12 education. Sweet Briar College offers higher education.

 

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6049 Elon Road, Monroe, Amherst
Amherst, VA
105.0 acres
MLS ID
361635
Elite Realty
Located off the beautiful VA Byway, this nearly 105-acre property offers a rare blend of open space and natural landscape, featuring two ponds, a cleared field, and an old storage shed with rustic charm. Bordering the National Forest, the land is ideal for a private retreat or recreational getaway...
$1,200,000
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4512 South Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, Amherst
Amherst, VA
2.1 acres
MLS ID
356504
Keller Williams
Here's a fantastic opportunity to own 2.129 acres of prime commercial and industrial land, perfectly situated with extensive road frontage on Route 29. This high-visibility location is a great investment for developers, offering endless possibilities for building. Whether you're looking to establish...
$1,200,000
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687 Elon Rd, Madison Heights, Amherst
Amherst, VA
104.1 acres
MLS ID
359034
Consensus Real Estate Service, Llc
Whispering Creek Estate, Prime location for a residential subdivision and/or estate located in close proximity to Madison Heights, VA & Lynchburg, VA. 104.12 wooded acres, nice stream. Public water is available to the site. 1434' of road frontage on Elon Road (SR 130). $150,000 +- timber. There is a...
$796,950
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2355 Christian Mill Creek Rd., Amherst, Amherst
Amherst, VA
27.1 acres
3 Bedrooms
3 Baths
MLS ID
57780
Long & Foster - Farmville
Complete privacy is yours for the enjoyment on 27 acres! Operating as a successful Airbnb in beautiful Amherst County, the home currently sleeps 8 and has all the perks of a 5 star getaway. Step inside off your wrap around porch and enjoy cathedral ceilings & a spacious great room centered around...
$670,000
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1100 Grandmas Hill Road, Amherst, Amherst
Amherst, VA
115.0 acres
MLS ID
360298
Karl Miller Realty LLC
115 Acres of land in Amherst County includes approximately 1200' of road frontage. Land has about 65 acres cleared with timber buffer on the road frontage. Owner paid to have stumps removed from property from previous clear cut and land is beautiful with mostly level topography. This is an amazing...
$599,900
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Izaak Walton Road, Madison Heights, Amherst
Amherst, VA
73.4 acres
MLS ID
355494
Dewitt Real Estate & Auctions
73 Acre Wooded Lot located right off 29N. Only 15 Minutes to Liberty University! Build your dream home or develop the property into a subdivision with the attached proposed plat. Call today for more information!
$599,900
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Waughs Ferry Xing, Monroe, Amherst
Amherst, VA
77.3 acres
MLS ID
361795
Keller Williams
Presenting a rare opportunity to own 77 pristine acres in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. This remarkable property offers an unparalleled canvas for your visionwhether an elegant estate, boutique vineyard, or exclusive private retreat. With breathtaking panoramic mountain views, a...
$469,900
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Pinecrest Drive, Madison Heights, Amherst
Amherst, VA
94.0 acres
MLS ID
358706
Coldwell Banker Commercial Read & Company
You will not find anything approaching this 94 acres with this proximity to Lynchburg. Fronting on Rt 210 and Pinecrest Dr in Madison Heights and just minutes from Downtown Lynchburg. Beautifully wooded, with public water on Pinecrest and sewer along Williams Run. Williams Run is a picturesque rocky...
$450,000
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Wilderness Creek Road, Monroe, Amherst
Amherst, VA
100.0 acres
MLS ID
356316
4 List Real Estate Associates LLC
Don't miss this chance to own 100+/- acres in beautiful western Amherst County. Long road frontage on Wilderness Creek Rd. Abundant wildlife. Near National forest land and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Approximately 15 miles to Madison Heights.
$450,000
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