Orchardside - This versatile property boasts a lovely two story, turn-of-the century farmhouse - carefully remodeled - with adjacent 2 bedroom bunkhouse, a detached office/studio and detached converted barn suitable for a cottage business or another living accommodation. Otts Creek runs through this pastoral acreage with a watered, south-facing old berry orchard on the hill behind the house and ample, level acreage in front. This property is perfect for an event venue, complete with outside electric hook-ups, or for a family vacation spot. Only your imagination limits the possibilities. Near the Rockbridge Vineyard, Wades Mill, and the old Buffalo Springs Herb Farm. Orchardside is one of a kind!
RanchProperty Type
1916Year Built
6.04 acresLot Size
$249Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Melissa Holland• J.F. Brown Real Estate Services
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Market trends in 24472, VA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
95.8%
0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$562K
$243 MoM
Avg. days on market
83d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
9
0 MoM
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Sale history for 273 Raphine Rd
Date
Event
Price
RHR #132170
Aug 8, 2018
Sold
$375,000
$249/sq ft
Aug 1, 2017
Listed
$398,000
$264/sq ft
MLSRV #836453
Jul 13, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 20, 2017
Listed
$495,000
$329/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,128
$121,600 + $367,200
$488,800
2025
$3,128 (+4.9%)
$121,600 + $367,200
$488,800
2023
$2,982 (+11.6%)
$121,600 + $367,200
$488,800
2022
$2,672
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2021
$2,672
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2020
$2,672 (+1.4%)
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2019
$2,636 (+6.1%)
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2018
$2,484
$105,400 + $249,500
$354,900
2017
$2,484 (+47.6%)
$105,400 + $249,500
$354,900
2016
$1,683 (+14.8%)
$77,800 + $151,200
$229,000
2012
$1,466
$77,800 + $151,200
$229,000
Tax history for 273 Raphine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,128
$121,600 + $367,200
$488,800
2025
$3,128 (+4.9%)
$121,600 + $367,200
$488,800
2023
$2,982 (+11.6%)
$121,600 + $367,200
$488,800
2022
$2,672
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2021
$2,672
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2020
$2,672 (+1.4%)
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2019
$2,636 (+6.1%)
$111,600 + $249,500
$361,100
2018
$2,484
$105,400 + $249,500
$354,900
2017
$2,484 (+47.6%)
$105,400 + $249,500
$354,900
2016
$1,683 (+14.8%)
$77,800 + $151,200
$229,000
2012
$1,466
$77,800 + $151,200
$229,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.66 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
780
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockbridge County
APN
27-A--1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
New Construction
Horses Allowed
Other Structures: Storage, Guest House
Property Information
Property Type: Farm
Property Sub Type: Farm
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Farm
Property Condition: New Construction
Lot Information
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Lot Size Acres: 6.04
Zoning Description: Agricultural
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,485
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Fairfield
Middle Or Junior School: Maury River
High School: Rockbridge Co
Location Information
Directions: From Lexington, I-81 north to exit 205 (Raphine). Left on Raphine Rd. for approximately 4.3 miles. Property on right just past Wades Mill. See sign.
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 780
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Rockbridge County
APN: 27-A--1
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fairfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.8mi
6/10
Maury River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.6mi
5/10
Rockbridge County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% 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
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Sun exposure
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