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513 Forest Dr, South Boston, VA, 24592

3beds
3baths
2,146sqft
$329,900
$154price/sqft
$2,154/moest. monthly cost
$86,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome home to this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath two-story home located in the desirable Beechmont subdivision in South Boston! Situated on a spacious one-acre lot, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining outdoors on the brand-new composite Trex decking, designed for low-maintenance living and lasting enjoyment. Inside the home, you'll find a functional layout with plenty of room for family and guests, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The living room features cozy gas logs, creating the perfect space to gather and unwind. Conveniently located just minutes from town, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this home offers peaceful neighborhood living while keeping you close to everything you need. This property also features a detached garage that has been thoughtfully converted to offer additional versatility, including storage space in the front and a man cave/recreation room in the back — perfect for entertaining, hobbies, game nights, or simply relaxing with family and friends. Don't miss the opportunity to make this Beechmont beauty your next home! Information deemed accurate, but not guaranteed; interested parties should verify any and all information to their satisfaction.

Getting Around

6
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
12
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
5/10
3/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1979

Materials

  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Roof: 16-25,Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Composite Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Electric Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: 1st Floor Laundry,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 187.8333

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 168.75

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 135.7708

Family Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 194.5417

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),High Speed Internet,Walk-In Closet(s),Entrance Foyer
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: 1,Gas Log,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
  • Finished area above ground: 2,146

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Heat Pump,Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,146
  • Total interior livable area: 2,146 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 229.5

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 238.5

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 5378
  • Zoning: RES

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Patio & porch: Back,Covered,Deck,Front,Porch,Screened,Side,Stoop
  • Exterior features: Garden,Playground
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Neighborhood
  • Waterfront features: N/A - Not Waterfront
  • Living area range: 2001-2200 SqFt

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.10 Acres
  • Features: 1-2 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Detached,No Carport,Concrete
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Hail
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Tornado
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,668$20,016
Home Insurance *$142$1,704
Property Taxes $138$1,656
Electricity $206$2,480
Total$2,154$25,848
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$73,851/yr
40% on housing$64,620/yr
45% on housing$57,440/yr

Virginia FAIR Plan Programs

Virginia Property Insurance Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 22,622Commercial: 503
Total Premiums$20.86M
Total Exposure$4.29B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.1%
11.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.8%
7.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -4.1%
-4.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$154This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 24592$119
Halifax County$135

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 24592
Halifax County$130

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-26Price change$329,900
2026-05-21Listed for sale$334,000
2023-06-21Sold$270,000
2023-05-15Contingent$274,500
2023-05-01Listed for sale$274,500
2022-10-27Sold$262,500
2022-09-30Pending sale$264,900
2022-08-29Listed for sale$264,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentMelanie Saunders
BrokerageLong and Foster - South Boston

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