Build your Nevada dream in the Virginia City Highlands! This 1.02-acre parcel offers the space, privacy, and mountain views that make Highlands living so special. Surrounded by mature trees and the rugged beauty of the high desert, this property provides a peaceful setting with plenty of room to create your own mountain retreat. Enjoy wide-open skies, fresh air, wildlife, and the quiet of country living while still being within reach of Virginia City, Reno, and surrounding communities. Whether you're looking to build a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or simply hold a piece of Nevada land for the future, this is a great opportunity to own over an acre in the Virginia City Highlands. Bring your plans, your boots, and your imagination—Nevada mountain living starts here!
Vacant landProperty Type
1.02 acresLot Size
$45,522Price/Acres
$17/moHOA Dues
Listed by Rachel Shipley•DRE #S.195084• RE/MAX Professionals-Sparks
Just over 1 acre in the highly desired Virginia City Highland Ranches located near the historical community of Virginia City, NV only 20 min away from Virginia City and only 34 min from Reno. Virginia City is known for its multitude of fairs and events throughout the spring, summer and fall. Nice local restaurants to eat and small historical shops. See the city that made one of the biggest silver and gold mining strikes in history. Come build your dream home on your very own land with true history. See docs, Did you know if it wasn't for Virginia city San Francisco and much of the west coast wouldn't be what it is today. One of the most historical towns in the nation with so much significance. One of the largest silver strikes was found here along with gold and many other minerals. It made it one of the richest place in the world at one point. Today you can visit the mine tours, steam train rides or walk into the historical business on C St and take a step back in time. See associated for plat map, CC & R's, By laws, Architectural guidelines, fines and penalties.
Public Records
Nov 12, 2003
Sold
$14,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$288 (+8.0%)
$11,550
2025
$267 (+8.0%)
$10,150
2024
$247 (+8.0%)
$10,150
2023
$229 (+8.0%)
$7,700
2022
$212 (+8.0%)
$7,700
2021
$196 (+8.0%)
$6,475
2020
$182 (−11.1%)
$5,250
2019
$204 (+8.0%)
$6,067
2018
$189 (+4.2%)
$5,670
2017
$182 (+0.4%)
$5,250
2016
$181
$5,250
2014
$181
$5,250
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Storey County
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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
52% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 19 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
15/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
2.7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1960 Morgan Rd
$46,392
$40 under list price of $46K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $36K to $775K.