Discover a rare opportunity to own approximately about 151 acres of rolling Virginia timberland in Pittsylvania County, just outside the community of Java and about 17 miles from the town of Chatham. This is a versatile investment-and-recreation tract with established pine and hardwood timber, a live creek, and long frontage on a state-maintained road - a true large-acreage getaway with room to roam, hunt, harvest, and build.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
Size: Approximately 151 acres in Pittsylvania County, Virginia
- Road Frontage: Roughly 1,050 feet of frontage along Corner Rd, a state-maintained public road, with easy, year-round access
- Timber: A productive tract of planted loblolly pine mixed with natural hardwoods - a ready-made timber investment as well as outstanding cover for deer, turkey, and other wildlife, about 140 acres of this parcel is 24 YO planted Loblolly, ready to cut, a huge p...
- Timber: A productive tract of planted loblolly pine mixed with natural hardwoods - a ready-made timber investment as well as outstanding cover for deer, turkey, and other wildlife, about 140 acres of this parcel is 24 YO planted Loblolly, ready to cut, a huge portion of the purchase price can be earned back with a timber harvest!
- Bold Stream: A year-round creek flows into the property, providing water for wildlife, scenic beauty, and a natural focal point for a future homesite or campsite
- Terrain: Gently rolling terrain typical of Southside Virginia, offering a pleasing mix of ridges and bottoms
- Recreation: Ideal for hunting, hiking, riding, and simply enjoying wide-open private acreage
- Utilities: Electric power available along the fronting road; a future home would be served by a private well and septic (buyer to confirm building site and septic feasibility with a soil consultant or surveyor)
- Subdivision Potential: Zoned A-1 Agricultural and potentially subdividable following the county ordinance - excellent for a family compound, multiple homesites, or a future development play
- Reduced Taxes: The tract is enrolled in the county land-use program, helping keep annual carrying costs low
- Location & Schools: Quiet, private county setting served by Mt. Airy Elementary, Chatham Middle School, and Chatham High School, with an easy drive to Chatham for shopping and services
Whether you are looking for a timber investment, a private hunting and recreation retreat, room to build your dream home, or a large legacy acreage to hold for the long term, this Pittsylvania County tract delivers space, privacy, and lasting value. Large tracts like this - with productive timber, a live creek, real road frontage, and subdivision potential - do not come along often. Call today to schedule your private tour!
This parcel was surveyed out of a roughly 250-acre parcel. The survey has not been recorded but was completed in January of 2026. Adjacent parcels are also available.
County: Pittsylvania
Acres: about 151
Coordinates: 36.8994, -79.1557
Parcel #: 2498-18-4292
Yearly Estimated Taxes: $2,813.44 (based on the undivided 250-acre tract)
Elevation: 563 ft
Zoning: A-1 Agricultural District
County Planning and zoning phone #: 434-432-1767
Does this property have a survey?: Yes
Elementary school: Mt. Airy Elementary
Middle school: Chatham Middle School
High school: Chatham High School
Phone # for electric company: Dominion Energy (866) 366-4357
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Research Parcel InformationFrom Chatham, VA 24531 to Corner Rd:
Head toward S Main St -- 79 ft
- Turn left onto S Main St -- 0.2 mi
- Turn left onto VA-57 E / Halifax Rd -- 8.2 mi
- Turn left onto Java Rd -- 5.9 mi
- Continue onto Riceville Rd -- 2.1 mi
- Turn right onto Corner Rd -- 0.8 mi
- Turn right -- 0.1 mi
- Arrive at destination