Charming 18th century home moved to impressive hilltop with incredible mtn. views in almost all directions. All original mantels, moldings and heartpine floors. Best of the old w/ all the modern conveniences. Small horse barn, garage, and riding arena.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
14.87 acresLot Size
$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by JUSTIN H. WILEY• FRANK HARDY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Source:CAAR #334857
Redfin Estimate
$831,367
$16K since August
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This home's estimate is 131.7% higher than the average sale price ($359K) of 6 comparable homes.
Charming 18th century home moved to impressive hilltop with incredible mtn. views in almost all directions. All original mantels, moldings and heartpine floors. Best of the old w/ all the modern conveniences. Small horse barn, garage, and riding arena.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,921
$164,400 + $604,500
$768,900
2025
$4,921 (+4.9%)
$164,400 + $604,500
$768,900
2023
$4,690 (+43.1%)
$164,400 + $604,500
$768,900
2022
$3,277
$140,600 + $302,300
$442,900
2021
$3,277 (+9.9%)
$140,600 + $302,300
$442,900
2020
$2,981 (+1.4%)
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2019
$2,941 (+4.3%)
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2018
$2,820
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2017
$2,820 (−6.1%)
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2016
$3,003 (+2.8%)
$89,400 + $319,200
$408,600
2014
$2,921 (+11.7%)
$89,400 + $319,200
$408,600
2012
$2,615
$89,400 + $319,200
$408,600
Tax history for 1657 Forge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,921
$164,400 + $604,500
$768,900
2025
$4,921 (+4.9%)
$164,400 + $604,500
$768,900
2023
$4,690 (+43.1%)
$164,400 + $604,500
$768,900
2022
$3,277
$140,600 + $302,300
$442,900
2021
$3,277 (+9.9%)
$140,600 + $302,300
$442,900
2020
$2,981 (+1.4%)
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2019
$2,941 (+4.3%)
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2018
$2,820
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2017
$2,820 (−6.1%)
$100,600 + $302,300
$402,900
2016
$3,003 (+2.8%)
$89,400 + $319,200
$408,600
2014
$2,921 (+11.7%)
$89,400 + $319,200
$408,600
2012
$2,615
$89,400 + $319,200
$408,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 809
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete Block
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding/Shingle
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,504
Gross Sq. Ft: 4,969
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,396
Building Sq. Ft: 3,313
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: 608 698 WHITE
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 480
Garage / Carport Type: Detached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 647,737
Municipality Name: BUFFALO DISTRICT
Acres: 14.87
Zoning Code: A2
County Use Description: DWELLING
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Septic
Water Service Type: Well
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,904
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 14.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Rockbridge County
APN: 99-8--2B
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on May 17, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Natural Bridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.5mi
2/10
Maury River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
5/10
Rockbridge County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
6/10
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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 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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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