Serene Mountain Retreat with Modern Comforts Escape to your own peaceful sanctuary at 196 Browntown Rd—where quiet charm meets stunning mountain views and easy access to all that the Blue Ridge and Shenandoah National Park have to offer. Set on 2.09 acres with direct access to park trails, this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect mix of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience—just minutes from downtown Front Royal. Highlights: Breathtaking Setting: Nestled along the edge of Shenandoah National Park with panoramic views and a quiet, rural atmosphere—ideal for nature lovers and stargazers. Spacious, Stylish Living: Refinished hardwood floors, fully updated bathrooms, and a light-filled, open-concept main level create a warm and inviting interior. Gourmet Kitchen: Thoughtfully remodeled with a large island, new opening to the dining room, and upgraded finishes—perfect for cooking and entertaining. Outdoor Spaces: Enjoy a screened porch, stone patio, fenced garden, fire pit area, and deck overlooking the mountains. Lower-Level Bonus Space: Basement with egress windows and walk-out access, offering space for a rec room, office, or guest suite—plus ample storage. Modern Systems: New water line and softener, upgraded electrical and plumbing, whole-house generator, added insulation, and more for year-round comfort and peace of mind. Convenient Access: Paved driveway, structural updates including new chimney cap/crown, and proximity to shops, dining, and recreation in Front Royal. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this home delivers the serenity of rural living with all the modern upgrades you expect. Don’t miss this rare opportunity—schedule your visit today. The plat and a list of all upgrades are in agent documents.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
2.09 acresLot Size
$309Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Kimberly Herrewig• CENTURY 21 New Millennium
•703-753-7910 (broker)
•tammy.jones@c21nm.com (broker)
Listed by Whitney Petrilli• CENTURY 21 New Millennium
•703-753-7910 (broker)
•tammy.jones@c21nm.com (broker)
Bought with Eric Diello• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled at the end of a quiet road adjacent to Skyline Drive, this hilltop home features a lengthy driveway. It boasts numerous recent updates, a fully finished basement complete with a spacious recreation room and utility room.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Priced under market value tax assessment! Park-like two lots convey with this 1,900 sq ft finished four bedroom/2 bath brick rambler w/ screened-in porch. Plus it's in BELMONT and BORDERING SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK! Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, breakfast nook, picture windows, screened porch!FROM SELLER: Things I Love about the House and Living Here--It is such a great location: so convenient to town, yet much of our property is directly bordered by the Shenandoah National Park. You can walk to the bottom of the driveway, and there is a very short connection right to a hiking trail in the National Park. The property is the last house on a dead-end street, and the house is set back off the main road a good distance on a hill, which adds to the wonderful privacy, peace, and quiet of the location. The house is in part of an old well established, very safe neighborhood that boasts many wonderful, friendly neighbors. Every season here has its charm and beauty. Spring is spectacular with everything bursting into bloom (flowers, flowering trees and shrubs, so beautiful) and miraculously everything goes from brown and bare to glorious green and lush. Awesome fragrances take turns filling the air. I especially love the property in late spring and summer right after the lawn has been mowed and trimmed, you feel like you are living in your own private park. The fall is gorgeous with a huge old oak and many maple trees in the yard, and the property is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In winter, a gentle winter snow can cover everything in white creating a beautiful winter wonderland. I love the constant parade of wildlife. I especially enjoy the birds. I appreciate the floor plan of the house, very efficient, open, single level living with washer and dryer on the main level, but with great rec room area and ample storage in the full basement. The house has lots of windows and very high ceilings, so it feels very spacious. I love the hardwood floors and hot water baseboard heat that gives such an even heat and keeps the floors nice and warm. But there is also the alternative or backup heat pump that is perfect for when it is not too cold. This house and property has been filled with lots of Love and wonderful energy just waiting to welcome the new owners who will love and enjoy it as much as I have.
BRIGHT MLS #VAWR139092
Mar 27, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2020
Listed
$375,000
$195/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAWR136826
Nov 30, 2019
Listing Removed
—
May 24, 2019
Listed
$375,000
$195/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,053 (+22.1%)
$121,600 + $415,000
$536,600
2025
$2,500 (−10.7%)
$121,600 + $415,000
$536,600
2024
$2,799 (+8.2%)
$115,000 + $413,200
$528,200
2023
$2,588 (+2.8%)
$115,000 + $413,200
$528,200
2022
$2,518
$115,000 + $413,200
$528,200
2021
$2,518
$100,000 + $284,400
$384,400
2020
$2,518
$100,000 + $284,400
$384,400
2019
$2,518 (+8.2%)
$100,000 + $284,400
$384,400
2018
$2,327 (+1.6%)
$100,000 + $252,600
$352,600
2017
$2,291 (+4.8%)
$100,000 + $252,600
$352,600
2016
$2,186 (+7.5%)
$100,000 + $252,600
$352,600
2014
$2,034
$100,000 + $233,500
$333,500
Tax history for 196 Old Browntown Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,053 (+22.1%)
$121,600 + $415,000
$536,600
2025
$2,500 (−10.7%)
$121,600 + $415,000
$536,600
2024
$2,799 (+8.2%)
$115,000 + $413,200
$528,200
2023
$2,588 (+2.8%)
$115,000 + $413,200
$528,200
2022
$2,518
$115,000 + $413,200
$528,200
2021
$2,518
$100,000 + $284,400
$384,400
2020
$2,518
$100,000 + $284,400
$384,400
2019
$2,518 (+8.2%)
$100,000 + $284,400
$384,400
2018
$2,327 (+1.6%)
$100,000 + $252,600
$352,600
2017
$2,291 (+4.8%)
$100,000 + $252,600
$352,600
2016
$2,186 (+7.5%)
$100,000 + $252,600
$352,600
2014
$2,034
$100,000 + $233,500
$333,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.15 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,879
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Warren County
APN
29A 1 7
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Humidifier, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater, Range Hood
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Water Treat System, Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops
School District Name: WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: 66 W, Exit 13, Right at light onto John Marshall Hwy, Left onto 340, Pass Skyline Drive, Left on Browntown Rd, 196 is at the end on the Right.
Location Type: Adjoins National Park
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,879
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Warren County
APN: 29A 1 7
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Ressie Jeffries Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Skyline Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
Skyline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$564,000 – $683,000
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