Charming country retreat set on 1.68 acres with open views, multiple outbuildings, and established garden spaces—perfect for those seeking peaceful county living with everyday convenience. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features a brand-new roof installed December 2025 and a layout filled with character. Enjoy the flexibility of outbuildings ideal for storage, hobbies, or small-scale homesteading, along with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Ideally located for an easy commute to Staunton, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, and Charlottesville, this property offers the best of rural living without sacrificing access to town amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
1.68 acresLot Size
$196Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by CAROLYN BOOK• EXP REALTY LLC
Bought with PHYLLIS MEADOR• 1ST CHOICE REAL ESTATE
As you drive down Middle Lane Road, this stately home welcomes you. The property boasts six out-buildings, all in good condition. The home itself was updated in 1994 and has spacious rooms and plenty of closet and storage areas, including a floored attic and a partial basement. The great side porches have lots of windows to let in natural light and offer beautiful pastoral views. Enjoy the sunsets from the rocking chair front porch or a walk in the fresh air. Call for you personal tour today!
Public Records
Dec 18, 1992
Sold
$31,250
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,140
$66,800 + $152,500
$219,300
2025
$1,140 (−0.9%)
$66,800 + $152,500
$219,300
2024
$1,151 (−3.6%)
$66,800 + $154,500
$221,300
2023
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2022
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2021
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2020
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2019
$1,193 (+8.2%)
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2018
$1,103 (+374.3%)
$64,800 + $110,200
$175,000
2017
$232 (−45.9%)
$66,600 + $110,200
$176,800
2016
$430 (−56.6%)
$66,600 + $110,200
$176,800
2014
$990
$66,600 + $110,200
$176,800
Tax history for 494 Middle Lane Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,140
$66,800 + $152,500
$219,300
2025
$1,140 (−0.9%)
$66,800 + $152,500
$219,300
2024
$1,151 (−3.6%)
$66,800 + $154,500
$221,300
2023
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2022
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2021
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2020
$1,193
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2019
$1,193 (+8.2%)
$64,800 + $124,600
$189,400
2018
$1,103 (+374.3%)
$64,800 + $110,200
$175,000
2017
$232 (−45.9%)
$66,600 + $110,200
$176,800
2016
$430 (−56.6%)
$66,600 + $110,200
$176,800
2014
$990
$66,600 + $110,200
$176,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.68 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,980
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Augusta County
APN
038 76
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 2026.
GA
General Agriculture District
The General Agriculture District is intended to allow an area to be devoted to agricultural use; to conserve, protect, and encourage the development, improvement and preservation of agricultural land for the production of food and other agricultural products; to retain major areas of natural ground cover for conservation purposes; and to retain forests; The principal purposes of this district may be accomplished by maintaining the existing agricultural lands and preventing the encroachment of incompatible land uses, while allowing development to occur at a reasonable density; Non-farm residents should recognize that in this district they are located in an agricultural environment where the right to farm and the right to practice forestry have been established as public policies; This district is also intended to minimize the demand for unanticipated public improvements and services, such as public sewer and water, by reducing development densities and discouraging large-scale development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Bathroom
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior Features: Primary Downstairs
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,835
Foundation Details: Poured
Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Roof: Architectural
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Porch, Side Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Levels: Two
Security Features: Surveillance System
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,620
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
AboveGradeFinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public Records
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
BelowGradeFinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1,215
Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public Records
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.68
Lot Features: Farm, Garden
Topography: Rolling
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,140
Parcel Number: 38720
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Location
School Information
Elementary School: E. G. Clymore
Middle Or Junior School: S. Gordon Stewart
High School: Fort Defiance
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 494 MIDDLE LANE RD
Directions: From Verona: Follow Laurel Hill Rd East to Battlefield Rd. Take a Left on Battlefield Rd. Battlefield Rd to Middle Lane Rd-go Right on Middle Lane Rd. Home on left just before intersection of Middle Lane Rd and Rockfish Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,980
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Augusta County
APN: 038 76
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 10, 2026
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Schools
Edward G. Clymore Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
4/10
S Gordon Stewart Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
4/10
Ft Defiance High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$302,000 – $366,000
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