Step into a piece of Shipman history with this historic property, originally built circa 1900 as the McGinnis Store and once home to the community’s post office. Located along James River Road in the heart of historic Shipman, the building was part of the village’s early commercial center and remains a contributing property within the Shipman Historic District. Today, this historic structure offers a rare opportunity to bring your vision to life. The interior is unfinished and ready for the next owner to create something truly special—whether a unique residence, studio, shop, or creative space, subject to applicable approvals. With its rich history, character, and potential, the McGinnis Store is ready to begin its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$46Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by CATALINA SAN GIORGIO• FOUR SEASONS REALTY 1
LISTED BELOW TAX VALUE ($75,300) Blank canvas. New central a/c and heat. Two bedrooms upstairs but steps need to be put in place to access. At this time the upstairs is only assessable by ladder. This property was bought to turn into a rental but the owners must sell due to unrelated issues. Turn this property into an Airbnb, personal property, rental or retail. Lots of possibilities. The property is connected to public water and is on a shared septic with the next door post office and home in the rear. Remaining building products in the property are negotiable. Plumbing is roughed in and not connected. Listing agent is related to the seller
CAAR #594507
Aug 18, 2019
Listed
$25,000
$17/sq ft
Affordable office building OR even an investment/residential property with modifications! Offers direct road frontage, paved front parking for multiple cars, welcoming front entry porch, and good office flow. Includes a spacious show room with multiple display windows, several private office/storage/copy rooms and half bath. Property has historic charm with modern conveniences such as central air/heat. Zoned Residential R1 and could be modified with full bath and mini kitchen for use as a full time residence or investment rental. At this incredible price the sky is the limit to create the ideal space that best fits your needs! This is most likely a cash purchase because it is not currently a functional residence; shared septic.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$489
$10,000 + $34,300
$44,300
2024
$489
$9,000 + $66,300
$75,300
2023
$489
$9,000 + $66,300
$75,300
Public record
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Stories
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Lot size
9,029 Sq. Ft.
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,480
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,480
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Nelson County
APN
68A A 8
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 2026.
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Redfin Estimate for 10681 James River Rd
$67,573
$427 under list price of $68K
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