Escape the city and embrace wide-open Nevada living with this 10.19-acre parcel on Scorpion Rd. Located in the peaceful Virginia City Highlands, this raw land offers endless possibilities for your vision. With its sloping terrain, the property provides unique character and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Zoned E10HR, (Estates 10 Highland Ranches / 10 Acre Estates) it's perfect for those who dream of a custom build, equestrian property, or a private retreat away from it all. No utilities are currently on site, making it an excellent opportunity for off-grid enthusiasts or long-term investment. Just a short drive to both Reno and historic Virginia City, this land combines tranquility, privacy, and accessibility—your blank canvas for creating the Nevada lifestyle you've been waiting for.
Vacant landProperty Type
10.19 acresLot Size
$7,979Price/Acres
Listed by Alex Militante•DRE #S.66064• Ferrari-Lund R.E. Sparks
Listed by Hannah Lamson•DRE #S.198130• Ferrari-Lund R.E. Sparks
Bought with Marissa Phillips•DRE #S.170362• Dickson Realty - Damonte Ranch
Bought with Richard Berman•DRE #S.181980• Dickson Realty - Damonte Ranch
*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
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Lot size
10.19 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Storey County
APN
00332106
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
GR
General Rural
The General Rural (GR) Regulatory Zone is intended to identify areas that are: Remote and will have no or very low density development (i.e. 1 dwelling unit per 40 acres), Remote but where unique developments may occur (e.g. destination resorts).; Suitable for more intensive resource extraction, including energy production.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Winery & vineyard
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Library
Museum / gallery
Recreation-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
Building Information
Other Structures: None
Property Information
Development Status: Raw Land
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Steep Slope, Sloped Up, Corners Marked
View YN: Yes
View: City, Desert, Mountain(s), Rural, Trees/Woods, Valley
Waterfront YN: No
Zoning: E10HR
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $461.32
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well Needed
Sewer: Septic Needed
Utilities: None
Location
HOA Information
Association Name: Highland Ranches-HRPOA
Association Fee: $200
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Virginia City
High School: Virginia City
Location Information
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Public Access, County Road
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10.19 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Storey County
APN: 00332106
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Hugh Gallagher Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.6mi
9/10
Virginia City Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.6mi
6/10
Virginia City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
81% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 89° expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Vc Highlands, NV • 89521
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 12.8 hours in
June and 5.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$78,000 – $94,000
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