Nestled on 18.8 secluded acres along the Pigg River, this expansive home offers privacy, space, and a hard-to-find blend of modern living with homestead potential. Inside, hardwood floors flow through an open, airy layout, with balcony views and a generous walk-in closet. The lower level features a self-contained in-law suite complete with its own full kitchen and laundry, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Outside, this property is a true homesteader's dream: a fully fenced, deer-proof orchard and garden, your own chicken coop, a detached workshop with separate power and another well, and a greenhouse. With over 300 feet of river frontage, you'll enjoy abundant outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. Smith Mountain Lake Public Boat Launch is 6.7 miles away.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
18.83 acresLot Size
$209Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by DOUG TREXELL• REALTY ONE GROUP LEADING EDGE
Pigg River frontage, comp purposes only, with large workshop/outbuilding.
MLSRV #851607
Apr 26, 2019
Sold
$320,000
$100/sq ft
Aug 17, 2018
Listed
$329,900
$103/sq ft
+91
Peace, Quiet, & Seclusion Are What You Will Find At This Beautiful Home Located on 18.83 Acres. Home is open and Airy. Decorated as a 5 bedroom, Second Kitchen & Den in Lower Level over sized Workshop 28 x 50. Beautiful Property w/ Trails for ATV. This Would Make A Great Horse Property Has 353 feet of Water Frontage on Pigg River. Bring your Kayak & Go Play.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,831
$62,700 + $363,000
$425,700
2024
$1,831 (−4.2%)
$62,700 + $363,000
$425,700
2023
$1,910
$55,700 + $257,400
$313,100
2022
$1,910
$55,700 + $257,400
$313,100
2021
$1,910
$55,700 + $257,400
$313,100
2020
$1,910 (+13.7%)
$55,700 + $257,400
$313,100
2019
$1,679
$55,700 + $219,600
$275,300
2018
$1,679 (+10.9%)
$55,700 + $219,600
$275,300
2017
$1,514
$55,700 + $219,600
$275,300
2016
$1,514 (+13.6%)
$55,700 + $219,600
$275,300
2014
$1,333
$55,700 + $186,700
$242,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
18.83 Acres
Year renovated
2011
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,209
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,209
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
086/00/015/07////
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
NZ
Non-Zoned District
NZ is a designation that stands for Non-Zoned. Non-Zoned areas of the County have no zoning district (land use) regulations. However, NZ areas are still subject to state regulations such as the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), as well as some countywide regulations such as front setbacks, manufactured home parks, subdivision controls, building codes, and storm water and erosion & sediment control.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Penhook, VA • 24137
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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43
48
32
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Feb
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Aug
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 498 Meeks Rd
$647,877
$22K under list price of $670K
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