Beautifully restored historic home with 4 bed/2 baths, where classic charm meets modern convenience. Refinished wood floors on the main level highlight the home's character, complemented by upgraded heating and a new roof (2025). laundry locations on upper level and basement, while completed historic research enhances the home's authenticity. Front and side porches with double tiered deck in back. Enjoy a fenced-in yard and private rear patio--perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Located minutes from downtown Roanoke, offering easy access to dining, shopping, and local amenities. Garage has separate electric meter and is wired. (Garage passes ''AS-IS''). Home is set up as single family but is zoned RM 1. Buyer and Buyers Agent to verify all information.
Est. $1,374 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1502 Rorer Ave SW
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSRV #926231
Jul 9, 2026
Sold
$239,999
$129/sq ft
May 14, 2026
Pending
—
May 4, 2026
Price Changed
$239,999
$129/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$250,000
$134/sq ft
MLSRV #857741
Jul 1, 2019
Sold
$91,000
$49/sq ft
Apr 6, 2019
Listed
$89,950
$48/sq ft
+37
Large brick 4 Bedroom 2 Bath home with a 2 car detached garage. Rocking chair front porch. Home currently set up as a Single Family but zoned RM 1 & can potentially be divided into 2 units easily with 1 bedroom downstairs and 3 bedrooms upstairs (Buyer or Buyer's agent must verify allowable use, zoned RM 1). As a single family The 4th bedroom is optional to use as dining room or bedroom. Laundry facilities in basement & on upper level. Garage has separate electric meter and is wired. (Garage passes in ''AS-IS'' condition) Double tier deck on back. Hardwood floors & vinyl throughout entry level, carpet on stairs & upper level. Information taken from Roanoke City GIS, Buyer to verify all information, no expressed or implied warranties. Seller is licensed Real Estate Broker in Virginia
MLSRV #54341
Sep 29, 2000
Sold
$23,500
$13/sq ft
Jul 24, 2000
Listed
$27,500
$15/sq ft
NEEDS PLASTER WORK UP CONTACT AGENT FOR REPAIRS MONTH TO MONTH LEASE ON BOTTOM UNIT
Public Records
Sep 24, 1980
Sold
$12,000
$6/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,586 (+5.7%)
$17,700 + $96,200
$113,900
2024
$1,500 (+6.7%)
$13,000 + $94,400
$107,400
2023
$1,406 (+7.9%)
$9,500 + $90,900
$100,400
2022
$1,303 (+4.6%)
$9,500 + $90,900
$100,400
2021
$1,245 (+11.0%)
$7,000 + $85,700
$92,700
2020
$1,122 (+56.5%)
$5,500 + $83,200
$88,700
2019
$717 (+11.6%)
$5,500 + $74,200
$79,700
2018
$643 (+17.6%)
$5,500 + $41,000
$46,500
2017
$547 (+0.2%)
$4,900 + $35,500
$40,400
2016
$546 (+9.6%)
$4,900 + $35,500
$40,400
2014
$498
$4,900 + $35,500
$40,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,769 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,932
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Roanoke City
APN
1212508
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
RM-1
NDD
AIRPORT
Residential District
The purposes of the RM-1 districts are to provide a range of housing options and to provide opportunities for compatible home-based entrepreneurship. Dimensional and supplemental regulations implement standards that control building form building placement and other characteristics of development. These districts cover the majority of the City's land area and contain most of Roanoke's housing supply
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing
Infrastructure
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Garage and Parking Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
Other Parking: Street Parking
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 4
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
Door Features: Wood, Metal
Window Features: Insulated
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,860
Year Built: 1915
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,969.6
Lot Size Dimensions: 50,133
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $642.88
Parcel Number: 121-2508
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Radiator Gas Heat
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Hurt Park
Middle Or Junior School: James Madison
High School: Patrick Henry
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Roanoke, take Campbell Ave to Patetrson (bear Right) then Rt turn on 15th. Home is on Corner lot at 15th & Rorer.
Community Information
Community Features: Restaurant
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,932
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,769 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: —
County: Roanoke City
APN: 1212508
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 926231
ListPrice: $239,999
Around this home
Schools
Hurt Park Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
1/10
James Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
Patrick Henry High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
3/10
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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
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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Historical weather
Roanoke, VA • 24016
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$233,000 – $282,000
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