This beautiful Historic Country Estate located in Galax, Virginia was once the residence of Thomas L. Felts of the Baldwin-Felts Detective Agency. Originally built in 1902 & commonly known as the ''Cliffside Mansion, '' this magnificent 6100 SF Victorian Manor Home has been beautifully restored and includes 6 bedrooms and 4.5 bath. Property also includes 2 guest houses, 3 cottages, 3 barns and all sit on 21 acres on the New River Trail and Chestnut Creek. This property is ideal for full time living with rental income potential with the guest cottages or a wedding venue. Large barn has multiple stalls & upper level has a full-length basketball court. Schools: Galax Elementary, Carroll County Middle, Carroll County High.
This beautiful Historic Country Estate located in Galax, Virginia was once the residence of Thomas L. Felts of the Baldwin-Felts Detective Agency. Originally built in 1902 & commonly known as the ''Cliffside Mansion, '' this magnificent 6,100 SF Victorian Manor Home has been beautifully restored and includes 6 bedrooms and 4.5 bath. Property also includes 2 guest houses, 3 cottages, 3 barns and all sit on 21 acres on the New River Trail and Chestnut Creek. This property is ideal for full time living with rental income potential with the guest cottages or a wedding venue. Large barn has multiple stalls & upper level has a full-length basketball court. Schools: Galax Elementary, Carroll County Middle, Carroll County High. Call listing agent for lockbox details.
MLSRV #872644
Nov 10, 2020
Listing Removed
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Aug 24, 2020
Listed
$849,950
$137/sq ft
MLSRV #848753
Jan 31, 2020
Listing Removed
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May 22, 2018
Listed
$849,950
$137/sq ft
MLSRV #840361
Jan 21, 2019
Listing Removed
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Aug 11, 2017
Listed
$1,299,950
$210/sq ft
SWVAR #67546
Dec 13, 2018
Listed
$849,950
$137/sq ft
NRVMLS #401920
May 22, 2018
Listed
$849,950
$137/sq ft
NRVMLS #400529
Feb 8, 2018
Listed
$849,950
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,786
$80,800 + $1,304,100
$1,384,900
2025
$6,786 (+51.1%)
$80,800 + $1,304,100
$1,384,900
2024
$4,492
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2023
$4,492 (−7.8%)
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2022
$4,872
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2021
$4,872 (−9.7%)
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2020
$5,396 (+5.0%)
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2019
$5,137
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2018
$5,137
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2017
$5,137 (−9.1%)
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2016
$5,650
$57,600 + $773,400
$831,000
2014
$5,650 (+36.7%)
$57,600 + $773,400
$831,000
2012
$4,132
Tax history for 506 Cliffview Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,786
$80,800 + $1,304,100
$1,384,900
2025
$6,786 (+51.1%)
$80,800 + $1,304,100
$1,384,900
2024
$4,492
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2023
$4,492 (−7.8%)
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2022
$4,872
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2021
$4,872 (−9.7%)
$61,600 + $699,700
$761,300
2020
$5,396 (+5.0%)
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2019
$5,137
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2018
$5,137
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2017
$5,137 (−9.1%)
$57,600 + $681,600
$739,200
2016
$5,650
$57,600 + $773,400
$831,000
2014
$5,650 (+36.7%)
$57,600 + $773,400
$831,000
2012
$4,132
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
8.17 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carroll County
APN
108 A 6
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 6
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Appliances: Microwave Oven (Built In)
Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Alarm, Breakfast Area
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,185
Year Built: 1902
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Side Porch
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 21.79
Lot Size Acres: 21.79
Lot Size Square Feet: 949,172.4
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,002
Parcel Number: 25113
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
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-77 take exit 14 onto HWY 58 West for 9 miles to Right on Country Club Lane. Then turn Left onto Glendale Rd to Right onto Cliffview Rd. Go .5 miles to property on right.
Community Information
Community Features: Trail Access
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8.17 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Carroll County
APN: 108 A 6
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 872659
ListPrice: $1,299,950
Around this home
Schools
Gladeville Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
Carroll County Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.6mi
6/10
Carroll County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.2mi
5/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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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Galax, VA • 24333
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In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
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