Step into the charm of 2591 Melrose Rd, a thoughtfully updated 1862 farmhouse nestled in the quiet countryside of Linville. Set on a spacious lot with pastoral views, this inviting home offers both character and function. The renovated kitchen blends timeless appeal with modern convenience—featuring exposed brick, butcher block countertops, and handcrafted cabinet doors. Upstairs, the remodeled primary suite includes a tiled shower, jetted tub, and a flexible third room—ideal for an office or nursery. Updated flooring, a 2022 hot water heater, and beautifully refinished spaces throughout bring ease and comfort to everyday life. Outside, multiple outbuildings provide space for hobbies, storage, or potential small livestock use (check with Rockingham County for zoning). Just minutes from downtown Harrisonburg, this property offers the best of rural tranquility with city convenience.
Single-familyProperty Type
1862Year Built
0.89 acresLot Size
$212Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mattias Clymer• Funkhouser Real Estate Group
Bought with Kelly Breeden• Nest Realty Harrisonburg
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Market trends in 22802, VA
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4% MoM
Median sale price
$300K
$16K MoM
Avg. days on market
12d
1 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Sale history for 2591 Melrose Rd
Date
Event
Price
HRAR #663106
May 30, 2025
Sold
$295,000
$216/sq ft
Apr 11, 2025
Listed
$299,900
$220/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 7, 2016
Sold
$135,000
$99/sq ft
HRAR #537730
Sep 18, 2015
Listed
$129,900
$95/sq ft
+24
This charming house gives you a little bit of everything. Country living only minutes from Harrisonburg, the large yard has lots of mature trees and flowers including apple, pear and apricot trees, blackberry bushes, a large garden space as well as a greenhouse, 2 storage sheds and a pasture area. The house has original solid wood floors, doors and trim. Replacement windows throughout, insulation was added during renovations and a remodeled upstairs that could be used as a master suite. The kitchen has a large country sink, solid wood cabinets with lots of storage and a built in hutch. There is too much to list everything, come see all this house to offer inside and out!
Public Records
Aug 31, 2004
Sold
$113,500
$83/sq ft
HRAR #210956
Jul 1, 2004
Listed
$112,500
$82/sq ft
R ON ETNA, HOME ON CORNER OF MELROSE & ETNA.CLOSE TO TOWN YET WITH A COUNTRY ENGLISH COTTAGEFEEL. PART LOG UNDER CLAPBOARD. AGE ESTIMATE. FPLUPSTAIRS FAKE. MANTEL DOWNSTAIRS DOES NOT CONVEY.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,190 (+5.9%)
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2025
$1,123
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2024
$1,123
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2023
$1,123
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2022
$1,123 (+30.6%)
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2021
$860
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2020
$860
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2019
$860
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2018
$860 (+2.6%)
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2017
$838 (+5.7%)
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2016
$793 (+9.4%)
$35,000 + $78,300
$113,300
2014
$725
$35,000 + $78,300
$113,300
Tax history for 2591 Melrose Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,190 (+5.9%)
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2025
$1,123
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2024
$1,123
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2023
$1,123
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2022
$1,123 (+30.6%)
$35,000 + $130,200
$165,200
2021
$860
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2020
$860
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2019
$860
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2018
$860 (+2.6%)
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2017
$838 (+5.7%)
$35,000 + $81,200
$116,200
2016
$793 (+9.4%)
$35,000 + $78,300
$113,300
2014
$725
$35,000 + $78,300
$113,300
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,366
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
79 A 155
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 2026.
A2
General Agricultural District
The A-2 district is designed to implement the comprehensive plan goals related to the preservation of the county's agricultural industry, economy, and rural character. This is achieved by giving preference to uses that conserve agricultural and forestall land, protect water and air quality, and conserve water and other natural and ecological resources.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Dryer, Washer