This private retreat in Virginia Highlands is the complete package. From peaceful mountain living to modern upgrades, smart-home convenience, a 1 bed/1 bath ADU with full kitchen and a 2000 square foot shop, this immaculate property offers functionality on a level, usable 1-acre lot with a brand-new paved driveway. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus a flex space - perfect for a hobby room, office or exercise room complete with an infrared sauna for a retreat right at home. High ceilings, newer flooring, updated lighting, and AC create a bright and inviting atmosphere throughout. The home has been thoughtfully upgraded with a newer roof, new water heater, and a stunning new primary bathroom with a huge free-standing tub. This property is designed for modern living and sustainability with Tesla solar, two Tesla EV chargers and Philips Hue smart lighting inside and out. The impressive 2,000 sq ft shop features two 14 foot doors, offering endless possibilities for RV/toy storage, projects or workspace. In this peaceful rural setting, you'll also enjoy the rare convenience of the school bus stop located directly across the street, along with added peace of mind knowing the fire station is just one mile down the road. With thoughtful upgrades throughout and a beautiful natural setting, this exceptional property is ready for you to enjoy!
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$377Price/Sq.Ft.
$8/moHOA Dues
6 car garageParking
Listed by Katie Conway•DRE #S.181578• Ferrari-Lund Real Estate Reno
Welcome to your one of a kind Highlands home with a full detached guest house! Need room for in-laws, adult kids, extended family? This guest house has a great room, a full kitchen, breakfast bar, a full bath and a nice sized bedroom. The main home, over 2100 square feet, has three bedrooms, two baths plus an office with its’ own entry. Keep your home business out of your everyday life. Open bright floor plan has several french doors to let the outdoors in, skylights, river rock fireplace back, and more!, The gourmet kitchen has new stainless steel state of the art appliances, new burgundy chocolate new granite counter tops, new matte black double sink, and a pantry. A $2000+ reverse osmosis system gives you sweet, clear water at the sink! The great room has vaulted ceilings, sky-lights and hard wood floors, welcoming you to this open and bright floor plan. A wood burning stove with a solid wood mantle, decorator colors, all add to the wonderful feel of this open, contemporary mountain ranch home. The master suite has a walk in closet, French doors to the back yard, vaulted ceilings, an oversized jetted tub, two sinks, separate shower stall and lots of light! On the other side of the home, there are two additional large bedrooms and a full bath with new slate flooring. Every room has ceiling fans. There is a large covered wrap-around porch, patios with paver side decks, horse corrals, panels, a chicken coop that’s fully fenced, raised garden beds, and more! You can ride straight out the back of your property which backs undeveloped acreage. Add a paved driveway, the only county maintained paved road in the Highlands, automatic drip and sprinklers for the low maintenance landscape, a garage plus shop, and you have yourself a true winner! Guest House is 507 sq. ft. Assessor has updates their sq. footage, buyer to verify. Guest house is permitted. Garage is 321 sq. ft. , with room to build another.
Public Records
May 17, 2013
Sold
$270,100
$92/sq ft
NNRMLS #130002643
May 17, 2013
Sold
$270,000
$92/sq ft
Apr 8, 2013
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2013
Listed
$286,900
$98/sq ft
AN OASIS! This delightful VC Highlands home has tons of upgrades, great natural landscaping and room for everyone! Vaulted ceilings everywhere, multiple skylights, completely remodeled kitchen with granite slab counters and stainless appliances. Super floorplan in the main house with 3bd/2ba PLUS an office. The permitted guest house is 1bd/1ba with full kitchen. Wonderful landscaping with fruit trees, raised garden beds, native plants, and more all on auto-drip. A lovely home in a serene, park-like setting. , Other extras include paved driveway, located on PAVED Lousetown Rd. Home has been remodeled and well-kept. Property backs to a large 10 acre parcel for privacy.
NNRMLS #80005224
Jul 10, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 6, 2008
Listed
$549,000
$188/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 29, 1999
Sold
$200,000
$68/sq ft
NNRMLS #9811602
Dec 5, 1998
Listed
$215,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,962 (+6.5%)
$7,942 + $135,448
$143,390
2025
$4,658 (+14.7%)
$11,725 + $135,571
$147,296
2024
$4,062 (+3.0%)
$11,725 + $132,303
$144,028
2023
$3,944 (+3.0%)
$7,280 + $123,191
$130,471
2022
$3,829 (+0.6%)
$7,280 + $103,353
$110,633
2021
$3,807 (+0.2%)
$7,280 + $102,725
$110,005
2020
$3,800 (+7.4%)
$8,050 + $103,909
$111,959
2019
$3,538 (+34.8%)
$6,067 + $97,221
$103,288
2018
$2,625 (+3.0%)
$5,670 + $71,805
$77,475
2017
$2,548 (+3.0%)
$5,250 + $72,576
$77,826
2016
$2,474 (+1.1%)
$5,250 + $72,805
$78,055
2014
$2,447
$5,250 + $69,866
$75,116
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,092
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,092
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Storey County
APN
00312307
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
E1 VCH
Estates 1 acre-Virginia City Highlands Zone
The E estates zone is established for areas particularly suited for low density residential use, to further enhance the quality of life for residents, to prohibit the development of uses which are incompatible and detrimental to a rural residential environment, and to allow for the keeping of a limited number of large domestic animals for non-commercial purposes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Automotive repair garage
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
53% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 88° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
19 unhealthy days expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reno, NV • 89521
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Sun exposure
17/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
3.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1931 Lousetown Rd
$1,079,483
$21K under list price of $1.10M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $755K to $1.3M.