Blue Ridge Mountain Farm House for Sale. This circa 1841 gem has been well cared for, has many original features and located on 3.25 acres with a wonderful view. Original wide plank flooring is in great condition and located throughout the original part of the home. Doors, woodwork and windows are also in good shape and really take you back in time. There is a fireplace in almost every room in the original house. There is a really nice addition on the back of the home with a southern exposure and lots of light. Several porches have been enclosed and would be ideal for a green house space. There is one attached and one detached garage, a work shop, barn and several small out buildings, it would make a great little mini-farm, Bed and Breakfast, second home or full time residence. This property is located in close proximity to the historic town of Fries Virginia and just a little over a mile to the New River and New River Trail, Galax is just a short 10 minute drive. This area is loaded
Single-familyProperty Type
1841Year Built
3.25 acresLot Size
$118Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Joan Collins• Collins and Associates Realty
Contact: 2767732522
Bought with Joan Collins• Collins and Associates Realty
Blue Ridge Mountain Farm House for Sale. This circa 1841 gem has been well cared for, has many original features and located on 3.25 acres with a wonderful view. Original wide plank flooring is in great condition and located throughout the original part of the home. Doors, woodwork and windows are also in good shape and really take you back in time. There is a fireplace in almost every room in the original house. There is a really nice addition on the back of the home with a southern exposure and lots of light. Several porches have been enclosed and would be ideal for a green house space. There is one attached and one detached garage, a work shop, barn and several small out buildings, it would make a great little mini-farm, Bed and Breakfast, second home or full time residence. This property is located in close proximity to the historic town of Fries Virginia and just a little over a mile to the New River and New River Trail, Galax is just a short 10 minute drive. This area is loaded with recreational opportunities and Old Time and Blue Grass conventions and jams. There is no central
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$585 (−25.9%)
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2024
$790 (−21.5%)
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2023
$1,006
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2022
$1,006 (+20.2%)
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2021
$837 (+1.3%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2020
$827 (+2.6%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2019
$806 (+19.9%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2018
$672
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2017
$672 (+33.3%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2012
$504
$20,100 + $82,800
$102,900
Tax history for 1618 Scenic Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$585 (−25.9%)
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2024
$790 (−21.5%)
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2023
$1,006
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2022
$1,006 (+20.2%)
$25,100 + $121,200
$146,300
2021
$837 (+1.3%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2020
$827 (+2.6%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2019
$806 (+19.9%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2018
$672
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2017
$672 (+33.3%)
$19,600 + $85,700
$105,300
2012
$504
$20,100 + $82,800
$102,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.25 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
2,289
Year built
1841
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grayson County
APN
39 - A- - 149
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Attached, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Oil, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Horses Allowed
Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared
Lot Size Dimensions: 3.25
Lot Size Acres: 3.25
Zoning Description: RF
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Fries
Middle Or Junior School: Independence
High School: Grayson County
Location Information
Directions: From the intersection of 21 and 58 in Independence, take 58 east 2.3 miles to Riverside Dr. on right, go 7.38 miles to Scenic Rd. on left, go 1.59 miles to property on right.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,289
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1841
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Grayson County
APN: 39 - A- - 149
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: 2767732522
Around this home
Schools
Fries Elementary
Public PreK-7 • Assigned • 2.6mi
7/10
Grayson County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
7/10
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 19 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
Fries, VA • 24330
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.