Discover a unique investment opportunity just off the Blue Ridge Parkway! Formerly known as Peaceful Valley Rainbow Trout Farm, this picturesque 5.58± acre property is ready for its next chapter. Featuring two beautiful ponds, a flowing stream, an old farmhouse, and a mobile home, the possibilities are endless for a private mountain retreat, vacation rental, homestead, or investment venture. Surrounded by the natural beauty and tranquility of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll enjoy a peaceful setting while remaining just minutes from downtown Sparta and its charming shops, restaurants, and amenities. Whether you're looking to restore, renovate, or create something entirely new, this property offers a rare combination of character, water features, and mountain charm. Seller makes no representations regarding the condition or functionality of the well or septic systems. Buyers and buyer's agents are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence.
Discover a unique investment opportunity just off the Blue Ridge Parkway! Formerly known as Peaceful Valley Rainbow Trout Farm, this picturesque 5.58± acre property is ready for its next chapter. Featuring two beautiful ponds, a flowing stream, an old farmhouse, and a mobile home, the possibilities are endless for a private mountain retreat, vacation rental, homestead, or investment venture. Surrounded by the natural beauty and tranquility of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll enjoy a peaceful setting while remaining just minutes from downtown Sparta and its charming shops, restaurants, and amenities. Whether you're looking to restore, renovate, or create something entirely new, this property offers a rare combination of character, water features, and mountain charm. Seller makes no representations regarding the condition or functionality of the well or septic systems. Buyers and buyer's agents are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4391285
Aug 21, 2026
Sold
$100,000
Jul 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 8, 2026
Listed
$110,000
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4391294
Jun 8, 2026
Listed
$110,000
HCMLS #247840
May 30, 2024
Price Changed
$140,000
Mar 14, 2024
Contingent
—
Feb 9, 2024
Listed
$150,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$579
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2025
$579
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2024
$579
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2023
$579 (−15.3%)
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2022
$683
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2021
$683 (+63.0%)
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2020
$419 (+2.9%)
$78,000 + $14,300
$92,300
2019
$407 (−22.1%)
$58,500 + $8,600
$67,100
2018
$523 (+6.9%)
$58,500 + $8,600
$67,100
2017
$489 (−0.8%)
$58,500 + $8,600
$67,100
2016
$493 (−91.7%)
$58,500 + $8,600
$67,100
2015
$5,923 (+967.2%)
$58,500 + $8,600
$67,100
2014
$555 (+0.2%)
$59,700 + $17,700
$77,400
2013
$554
$59,700 + $17,700
$77,400
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.93 Acres
Year renovated
1936
Sq. Ft.
832
Year built
1936
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
Alleghany County
APN
3968894130
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Acreage
Zoning Specification: R
Land Information
Possible Use: Agricultural, Farm, Recreational, Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 5.583
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: N/A
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: Take HWY 21 N to Sparta turn L on South Sparta PKWY-Left on HWY 18 South-Left on to Pine Swamp Rd Right onto Air Bellows Gap Rd 1.3 miles property on Right
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 832
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.93 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1936
County: Alleghany County
APN: 3968894130
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
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Schools
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Sparta Elementary
Public PreK-8 • 4.4mi
4/10
Alleghany High
Public 9-12 • 4.7mi
7/10
Blue Ridge Christian School
Private K-7 • 4.3mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 89° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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