Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Skyline Drive entrance, this secluded 2 acre lot in eastern Rockingham County, VA has been approved for a 3 bedroom conventional septic system. There are several building sites on the property to build your permanent home, vacation home or the perfect short-term rental. The Swift Run pool is within a few miles of the property and Harrisonburg, Charlottesville and numerous vineyards and breweries are just a short drive away.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Vacant Land
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Rockingham County
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Last updated by owner on Jun 17, 2026.
A2
General Agricultural District
The A-2 district is designed to implement the comprehensive plan goals related to the preservation of the county's agricultural industry, economy, and rural character. This is achieved by giving preference to uses that conserve agricultural and forestall land, protect water and air quality, and conserve water and other natural and ecological resources.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 93° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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
Elkton, VA • 22827
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 898 Sandy Bottom Rd
$117,826
$8,074 under list price of $126K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $95K to $320K.