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Off Market May 2023 for $310K

$181,011

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $593/mo

•

1,969

sq ft

3958 Old Wilderness Rd, Ceres, VA 24318

About this home

This is the property that everyone asks for. A completely renovated farmhouse with 20 acres on the Smyth/Bland county line that joins the Appalachian trail and has a lovely stream running through the property. The home features a modern kitchen with all new appliances and tons of cabinet space, a new spacious deck, a new roof, spacious laundry on the main floor, and much more. There are two outbuildings on the property that just needs a little TLC. take a look at the aerials and virtual tour and see for yourself what paradise is.

Single-familyProperty Type

1958Year Built

20 acresLot Size

$92Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jeff Caudill • RE/MAX Land Mark Real Estate

Bought with Non-MLS Non-MLS • Non-MLS Office

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:NRVMLS #415679

$298,333

Updated Dec 6, 2025

Based on recent home sales selected by the homeowner.

SOLD JUL 17, 2026
206 Briarwood Ln, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
$277,020 Last sold price
A
3 beds2 baths1,776 sq ft
206 Briarwood Ln, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
SOLD NOV 21, 2025
489 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
$212,500 Last sold price
B
3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
489 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
SOLD DEC 18, 2024
538 Davis Valley Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
$264,000 Last sold price
C
3 beds2 baths1,638 sq ft
538 Davis Valley Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
SOLD AUG 22, 2025
146 Sunset View Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
$263,000 Last sold price
D
4 beds2 baths2,032 sq ft
146 Sunset View Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
SOLD SEP 8, 2025
8234 W Lee Hwy, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
$179,000 Last sold price
E
3 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft
8234 W Lee Hwy, Rural Retreat, VA 24368

Redfin Estimate

$181,011

$129K since sold in May 2023$21K since August

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Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 2.4% lower than the average sale price ($185K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$73,000
A
4 beds1 bath2,012 sq ft
503 Parsonage Ave, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
SOLD JAN 23, 2026
$195,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft
1421 Sunset River Rd, Ceres, VA 24318
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$163,740
C
3 beds1 bath1,352 sq ft
3385 Black Lick Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$168,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,430 sq ft
600 Crowe Hollow Rd, Atkins, VA 24311
SOLD MAR 12, 2026
$225,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,406 sq ft
199 Rocky Hollow Rd, Atkins, VA 24311
SOLD SEP 17, 2025
$287,500
F
3 beds2 baths1,812 sq ft
1833 Upper Valley Rd, Tazewell, VA 24651

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$2,160/mo

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Market trends in 24318, VA

Last updated August 2026

Sale-to-List Price

70.4%

27.3% MoM

Median sale price

$14,000

$91K MoM

Avg. days on market

152d

69 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 3958 Old Wilderness Rd

Date

Event

Price

NRVMLS #415679

May 11, 2023

Sold

$310,000

$157/sq ft

Feb 10, 2023

Delisted

—

Jun 28, 2022

Listed

$329,000

$167/sq ft

SWVAR #83267

May 11, 2023

Sold

$310,000

$157/sq ft

Feb 10, 2023

Pending

—

Jun 27, 2022

Listed

$329,000

$167/sq ft

+81

Public Records

Jun 17, 2013

Sold

$90,000

$46/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$876

$15,000 + $133,500

$148,500

2024

$876 (+92.5%)

$15,000 + $133,500

$148,500

2022

$455

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2021

$455

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2020

$455 (+3.7%)

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2019

$439

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2018

$439

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2017

$439 (+0.2%)

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2016

$438

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2015

$438

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2014

$438

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

Tax history for 3958 Old Wilderness Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$876

$15,000 + $133,500

$148,500

2024

$876 (+92.5%)

$15,000 + $133,500

$148,500

2022

$455

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2021

$455

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2020

$455 (+3.7%)

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2019

$439

$12,500 + $49,000

$61,500

2018

$439

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2017

$439 (+0.2%)

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2016

$438

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2015

$438

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

2014

$438

$12,500 + $46,800

$59,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

871,200

Year renovated

2024

Sq. Ft.

1,969

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Smyth County

APN

13 A 2

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

Accessible

Yes

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Features

Views, Green

Last updated by owner on Feb 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Roof: Metal

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,969
Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size : 871200
Lot Size Acres: 20

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $555.10

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Spring
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Schools Information
School District: Smyth
Elementary School: Rich Valley
Middle Or Junior School: Northwood
High School: Northwood

Location Information
Directions: Heading north on I77 take exit 42 towards Bland. Turn left onto S. Scenic Hwy for 4.2 miles then turn slightly right onto W. Blue Grass Trail. Then go 14.97 to the property on the left see the sign.
Subdivision Name: None

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,969
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 20 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Smyth County
APN: 13 A 2
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views, Green

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Rich Valley Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 12.5mi

9/10

Northwood Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 12.5mi

6/10

Northwood High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 20.7mi

9/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 90° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Home values near 3958 Old Wilderness Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3712 Old Wilderness Road, Ceres, VA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1377 Sq. Ft.	$245,482
3771 Old Wilderness Road, Ceres, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1674 Sq. Ft.	$253,022

Address	Redfin Estimate
3605 Old Wilderness Road, Ceres, VA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2356 Sq. Ft.	$609,049
326 W Blue Grass Trail, Ceres, VA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$283,169

Address	Redfin Estimate
3841 Old Wilderness Road, Ceres, VA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1328 Sq. Ft.	$293,070
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