Seize the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace a lifestyle defined by tranquility, natural beauty, and endless possibilities. Build the home you've always envisioned amidst the breathtaking surroundings of the Virginia City Highlands, where every day is an opportunity for adventure and serenity. This 1-acre parcel offers a gentle upslope, surrounded by native pinion pines & wild horse sightings. Electricity is conveniently located less than 500 feet from the propdrty. , Please call the listing agent with any other questions! Escrow has been opened, thank you for contacting the listing agent before presenting offer. There is a sign on the property!
Vacant landProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
$44,471Price/Acres
Listed by Cathy Hamel•DRE #S.169862• Dickson Realty - Caughlin
Bought with Leslie Biederman•DRE #S.70609• Chase International-Damonte
Beautiful 1 acre parcel with southern exposure on paved Cartwright Road. Build your dream home in Virginia City Highlands near Historical Virginia City. Please see Virginia City Highlands website for CC & R's, By-Laws, and contact info under the D button for documents. Storey County Public Works currently plows all of Cartwright Road and applies a sand mixture for added traction when it snows.
NNRMLS #200007351
Nov 21, 2020
Listing Removed
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Jun 6, 2020
Listed
$35,000
NNRMLS #190015722
Apr 9, 2020
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2019
Listed
$35,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$421 (+8.0%)
$14,000
2025
$389 (+8.0%)
$15,750
2024
$361 (+8.0%)
$15,750
2023
$334 (+8.0%)
$12,250
2022
$309 (+8.0%)
$12,250
2021
$286 (+8.0%)
$10,325
2020
$265 (+8.0%)
$8,750
2019
$245 (+8.0%)
$7,280
2018
$227 (+4.2%)
$6,804
2017
$218
$6,300
2016
$218
$6,300
2014
$218
$6,300
Tax history for 2478 Cartwright Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$421 (+8.0%)
$14,000
2025
$389 (+8.0%)
$15,750
2024
$361 (+8.0%)
$15,750
2023
$334 (+8.0%)
$12,250
2022
$309 (+8.0%)
$12,250
2021
$286 (+8.0%)
$10,325
2020
$265 (+8.0%)
$8,750
2019
$245 (+8.0%)
$7,280
2018
$227 (+4.2%)
$6,804
2017
$218
$6,300
2016
$218
$6,300
2014
$218
$6,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Storey County
APN
00302117
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
Property Information
Development Status: Raw Land
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Open Lot, Sloped Up, Wooded, Corners Marked
View YN: Yes
View: Desert, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Zoning: E-1Vch;1Ac Estate
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $333.84
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well Needed
Sewer: Septic Needed
Utilities: None, Sewer Not Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $100
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Virginia City
High School: Virginia City
Location Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public Access
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Storey County
APN: 00302117
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
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Schools
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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Virginia City Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
6/10
Virginia City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 87° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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19 unhealthy days expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$43,000 – $52,000
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