Outdoor adventure meets mountain serenity at this beautiful riverfront home—perfect for kayaking, fishing, floating, and relaxing. Ideally located between The Homestead & The Greenbrier, and close to Falling Spring Falls, Lake Moomaw, and Douthat State Park. Currently a successful short-term rental, this property also makes a fantastic full-time home or weekend retreat. Features include an open layout, equipped kitchen, heated/cooled sunroom, and two spacious bedrooms with en suite baths. Enjoy a deck with pergola, steps down to the river, nearby public access for easy floats, and a storage shed. River properties like this are rare—don't miss it! Mountain View Elem/Covington Middle/Alleghany High School
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by JOSH DOWDEN• RE/MAX ALL STARS
Bought with JANIE TYREE• MOUNTAIN RIVER REALTY LLC
JACKSON RIVER FRONT PROPERTY IN THE MOUNTAINS! Your Outdoor Recreation HEAVEN! Enjoy kayaking, fishing, swimming, floating, relaxing & grilling out w/ friends and family at this BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT PROPERTY! Nestled in between the famous Homestead & Greenbrier Resort, Falling Springs Falls, Humpback Bridge, Lake Moomaw & Douthat State Park! Take a walk or bike ride on the Jackson River Scenic Trail! Whether you are looking for a full time residence on the river or a family retreat that can bring in extra income as an Air B & B, you'll love all this property has to offer! This lovely home features an open concept w/ great room & equipped kitchen w/ island that opens up to a heated & cooled sunroom! The split bedroom floor plan offers 2 spacious bedrooms w/ private on suite baths! Other amenities include a nice laundry room, a back deck w/ pergola, additional decking & steps to the river for easy access plus a storage building on site. Public river access points close by to allow you an enjoyable float right to this property! River properties are rare! Don't miss out!
Public Records
Sep 7, 2007
Sold
$99,000
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$857 (+21.2%)
$50,000 + $124,900
$174,900
2024
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2023
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2022
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2021
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2020
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2019
$707 (+15.3%)
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2018
$613
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2017
$613
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2016
$613 (+2.9%)
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2015
$596
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2014
$596
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
Tax history for 129 River Rd N
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$857 (+21.2%)
$50,000 + $124,900
$174,900
2024
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2023
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2022
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2021
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2020
$707
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2019
$707 (+15.3%)
$30,000 + $66,900
$96,900
2018
$613
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2017
$613
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2016
$613 (+2.9%)
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2015
$596
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
2014
$596
$20,000 + $66,400
$86,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,008 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alleghany County
APN
040C0-01-030-0150
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,240
Year Built: 1997
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.68
Lot Size Acres: 0.68
Lot Size Square Feet: 29,620.8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: River or Other
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $707.37
Parcel Number: 40C0-01-030-0150
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Other - See Remarks
Middle Or Junior School: Other - See Remarks
High School: Other - See Remarks
Location Information
Directions: From I-64 take exit 16A toward Covington/Hot springs, turn left onto Rt. 687 then left onto State Rte 720, left onto Rt 731 then right onto N River Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,008 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Alleghany County
APN: 040C0-01-030-0150
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 915781
ListPrice: $245,000
Around this home
Schools
Callaghan Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.0mi
7/10
Clifton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
2/10
Alleghany High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
2/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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