Watch the glory of nature paint a new picture every day. Exceptional energy efficient cottage w/ 10'' thick poured concrete walls and massive high quality thermo pane windows offers unparalleled vantage point to enjoy spectacular Rockbridge landscapes. Rustic meets refined in this custom home - over 2100 sqft of living space can easily be expanded or reconfigured. Perfect retreat or for full time
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
4.3 acresLot Size
$205Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by JANE HARRIS• JAMES RIVER REALTY LLC
Bought with Non Member Transaction Agent• Non-Member Transaction Office
Watch the glory of nature paint a new picture every day. Exceptional energy efficient cottage with 10" thick poured concrete walls and massive high quality thermopane windows offers unparalleled vantage point to enjoy spectacular Rockbridge landscapes. Rustic meets refined in this custom home. 2100+/- sq. ft of living space is easily expanded or reconfigured. Perfect for retreat of full time home.
RHR #130011
Jun 21, 2016
Sold
$310,000
$146/sq ft
Oct 14, 2015
Listed
$299,000
$141/sq ft
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Watch the glory of nature paint a new picture every day. Exceptional energy efficient cottage w/ 10'' thick poured concrete walls and massive high quality thermopane windows offers unparalleled vantage point to enjoy spectacular Rockbridge landscapes. Rustic meets refined in this custom home. ~2100sqft of living space is easily expanded or reconfigured. Perfect for retreat or full time home.
MLSRV #820082
Jun 24, 2016
Sold
$310,000
$146/sq ft
Oct 14, 2015
Listed
$299,000
$141/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,316
$79,800 + $282,100
$361,900
2025
$2,316 (+4.9%)
$79,800 + $282,100
$361,900
2023
$2,208 (−1.8%)
$79,800 + $282,100
$361,900
2022
$2,248
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2021
$2,248
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2020
$2,248 (+1.4%)
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2019
$2,218 (+4.3%)
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2018
$2,127
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2017
$2,127 (+229.2%)
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2016
$646 (+2.9%)
$56,500 + $146,100
$202,600
2014
$628 (−51.6%)
$56,500 + $146,100
$202,600
2012
$1,297
$56,500 + $146,100
$202,600
Tax history for 855 Wide Gap Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,316
$79,800 + $282,100
$361,900
2025
$2,316 (+4.9%)
$79,800 + $282,100
$361,900
2023
$2,208 (−1.8%)
$79,800 + $282,100
$361,900
2022
$2,248
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2021
$2,248
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2020
$2,248 (+1.4%)
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2019
$2,218 (+4.3%)
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2018
$2,127
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2017
$2,127 (+229.2%)
$79,800 + $224,000
$303,800
2016
$646 (+2.9%)
$56,500 + $146,100
$202,600
2014
$628 (−51.6%)
$56,500 + $146,100
$202,600
2012
$1,297
$56,500 + $146,100
$202,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.3 Acres
Year renovated
2019
Sq. Ft.
1,800
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockbridge County
APN
71-A-105A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Concrete, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,120
Year Built: 2010
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Green Energy Efficient: Wood Stove
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.3
Lot Size Acres: 4.3
Lot Size Square Feet: 187,308
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,208.14
Parcel Number: 71 A 105A
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 Rt 11 S. R onto Rt. 251 go approx. 9 miles. keep going until turn R onto Wide Gap Rdgo approx. 2 miles R onto Waiting rock
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Rockbridge County
APN: 71-A-105A
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 820082
ListPrice: $299,000
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.7mi
5/10
Maury River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.1mi
5/10
Rockbridge County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.7mi
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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 17 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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Lexington, VA • 24450
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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