5 VA Homes With Civil War History: How Much House

VIRGINIA — Homes on Virginia's real estate market are often steeped in history. Many properties throughout the state host artifacts from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and the pre-colonial history of Native Americans.

Many Virginia homes host evidence of the Civil War, as the state hosted many battles and skirmishes throughout the war. According to the state's official website, Virginia hosted more battles during the Civil War than any other state.

This week, Patch is featuring several homes for sale in Virginia that feature Civil War history. Some properties still include Civil War trenches, while others have hosted notable figures in the past.

Spotsylvania, VA

• 10224 Mill Pond Road
• Price: $450,000
• Built in 1970
  • This property includes nearly 2 acres, allowing plenty of privacy for its new owners. The front yard features a trench from the Civil War, adding to the area's character and charm.

Baskerville, VA

• 539 Landfill Road
• Price: $499,000
• Built in 1910
  • The former owner of this home was an abolitionist during the Civil War, according to the real estate listing. The property also used to host a blacksmith and a mill along the creek. Now, the 132-acre property sits along Highway 58 with a historic farmhouse, pastures, and a pond.

Cumberland, VA

• 14 Tavern Road
• Price: $549,950
• Built in 1790
  • The Cartersville Tavern, formerly known as the Palmore Tavern, needs a new owner. The property is included on national and Virginia historic registries. It has its own small museum that includes original mailboxes from the tavern's post office. One mailbox was owned by Robert E. Lee. He received mail at this address after the Civil War, the listing says.

Fredericksburg, VA

• 5516 River Road
• Price: $1,200,000
• Built in 1850
  • This property, known as "The Ridge," hosts an in-ground pool. It also still features Civil War trenches and gun emplacements. The property hosted 1,500 Confederate soldiers due to its strategic placement overlooking the Rappahannock River.

Fredericksburg, VA

• 408 Hanover Street
• Price: $1,795,000
• Built in 1848
  • Civil War history can feel elusive. At this historic home in the City of Fredericksburg, you can reach out and touch history. Literally, because a Civil War cannonball is still embedded in an upstairs wall. The home's granite steps and brass railings used to sit at the U.S. Capitol, while the private backyard garden is a regular stop on local tours.

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