Classic Virginia farmhouse incorporating its original c. 1775 hand-hewn log structure gracefully situated on almost 20 rolling acres in a picturesque Rockbridge County farming valley between Kerrs Creek and Alone Mill offers a rare restoration opportunity! Property consists of productive pasture, over 1/3 mile of road frontage on two quiet country roads with several inviting building sites, outbuildings, and a bold spring located minutes from Lexington, the Virginia Horse Center, VMI, and Washington and Lee. Log structure has been protected for many years by wood clapboard siding. Fiber internet available and no deed restrictions!
Single-familyProperty Type
1775Year Built
19.57 acresLot Size
$98Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by WILL MOORE• MOORE, JAMES WM REAL ESTATE CO
Contact: will.moore@jwmre.com
Bought with PAULA MARTIN• LEXINGTON REAL ESTATE CONNECTION
Classic Virginia farmhouse incorporating its original c. 1775 hand-hewn log structure gracefully situated on almost 20 rolling acres in a picturesque Rockbridge County farming valley between Kerrs Creek and Alone Mill offers a rare restoration opportunity! Property consists of productive pasture, over 1/3 mile of road frontage on two quiet country roads with several inviting building sites, outbuildings, and a bold spring located minutes from Lexington, the Virginia Horse Center, VMI, and Washington and Lee. Log structure has been protected for many years by wood clapboard siding. Fiber internet available and no deed restrictions!
MLSRV #889415
Sep 22, 2022
Sold
$285,000
$98/sq ft
Aug 12, 2022
Pending
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Jun 23, 2022
Relisted
—
Jun 13, 2022
Pending
—
May 11, 2022
Listed
$399,000
$138/sq ft
GAAR #630772
Jun 23, 2022
Relisted
—
May 11, 2022
Listed
$399,000
$138/sq ft
+16
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,409
$122,700 + $169,200
$291,900
2025
$1,409 (+4.9%)
$122,700 + $169,200
$291,900
2023
$1,343 (+23.3%)
$122,700 + $169,200
$291,900
2022
$1,089
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2021
$1,089
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2020
$1,089 (+1.4%)
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2019
$1,075 (+4.3%)
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2018
$1,030
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2017
$1,030 (−14.6%)
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2016
$1,207 (+2.8%)
$159,400 + $113,300
$272,700
2014
$1,174 (−32.7%)
$159,400 + $113,300
$272,700
2012
$1,745
$159,400 + $113,300
$272,700
Tax history for 718 Bethany Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,409
$122,700 + $169,200
$291,900
2025
$1,409 (+4.9%)
$122,700 + $169,200
$291,900
2023
$1,343 (+23.3%)
$122,700 + $169,200
$291,900
2022
$1,089
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2021
$1,089
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2020
$1,089 (+1.4%)
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2019
$1,075 (+4.3%)
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2018
$1,030
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2017
$1,030 (−14.6%)
$117,700 + $101,200
$218,900
2016
$1,207 (+2.8%)
$159,400 + $113,300
$272,700
2014
$1,174 (−32.7%)
$159,400 + $113,300
$272,700
2012
$1,745
$159,400 + $113,300
$272,700
*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
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
19.37 Acres
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
2,900
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockbridge County
APN
48-1--2C
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,900
Year Built: 1775
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 19.57
Lot Size Acres: 19.57
Lot Size Square Feet: 852,469.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,089.11
Parcel Number: 48-1-2D; 48-1-2C
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
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-64 Exit 50, head W on Fredericksburg Rd. for 0.5 miles to stop sign. Left on U.S. Rt. 60 (W Midland Trl) for 0.1 miles. Left on Big Spring Dr. for 0.9 miles. Left on Bethany Rd. for 1.4 miles t
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,900
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 19.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Rockbridge County
APN: 48-1--2C
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 889415
ListPrice: $399,000
Listing Office and Agent
Accredited Land Consultant / ALC
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.9mi
5/10
Maury River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
5/10
Rockbridge County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
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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
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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
Lexington, VA • 24450
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.