You Can't Help but Fall In Love with this One-of-a-Kind Property: MUST SEE, Charming 4BD/2BA Home on the Blackwater River nestled on 12.22 acres, near the Town of Rocky Mount & All Amenities! Lovely Covered Front Porch: Listen to the River & Enjoy Wildlife Galore! The Beach Area is so fun for kids! Aluminum steps to water just off driveway for easy River access. Neutral Paint Colors & Rustic Decor make this Home Very Welcoming! Kitchen w/ Bar Open to Family Rm w/ Stone Fireplace, Large Den on Main Level w/ River View! Main Level Laundry. Many Updates (See List under Documents) Hardwood Flooring, Tons of Natural Light throughout, NEW Roof & so much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
12.22 acresLot Size
$193Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by ANGIE MCGHEE• LONG & FOSTER - FRANKLIN CO
12+ acres and long river frontage with numerous property upgrades including new family room, updated wiring, insulation, paint new kitchen SS appliances, tile front porch, hard board siding, wood flooring and enclosed out buildings. Great combination of privacy and convenience. Very secluded. Taxes and square footage estimated.
MLSRV #763837
Aug 30, 2011
Listing Removed
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Oct 13, 2010
Listed
$215,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 24, 2005
Sold
$120,000
$43/sq ft
MLSRV #401449
Nov 2, 2004
Sold
$150,000
$53/sq ft
Feb 19, 2004
Listed
$150,000
$53/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,167
$62,700 + $208,600
$271,300
2024
$1,167 (−4.8%)
$62,700 + $208,600
$271,300
2023
$1,225
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2022
$1,225
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2021
$1,225
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2020
$1,225 (+6.5%)
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2019
$1,150
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2018
$1,150 (+10.9%)
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2017
$1,037
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2016
$1,036 (+4.5%)
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2014
$991
$45,400 + $134,900
$180,300
Tax history for 280 Blue Bend Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,167
$62,700 + $208,600
$271,300
2024
$1,167 (−4.8%)
$62,700 + $208,600
$271,300
2023
$1,225
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2022
$1,225
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2021
$1,225
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2020
$1,225 (+6.5%)
$55,700 + $145,100
$200,800
2019
$1,150
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2018
$1,150 (+10.9%)
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2017
$1,037
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2016
$1,036 (+4.5%)
$55,700 + $132,800
$188,500
2014
$991
$45,400 + $134,900
$180,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
12.22 Acres
Year renovated
1982
Sq. Ft.
2,822
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
055/00/020/01////
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage and Parking Information
Other Parking: Off 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
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Book Shelves, Indirect Lighting
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,822
Year Built: 1964
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 12.22
Lot Size Acres: 12.22
Lot Size Square Feet: 532,303.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: River or Other
Waterfront Features: Beach
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,225
Parcel Number: 0550002001
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Boones Mill
Middle Or Junior School: Ben Franklin Middle
High School: Franklin County
Location Information
Directions: Rocky Mount: N Main St, L-Grassy Hill Rd(Rt.919) to R-Jamestown Rd, R-Blue Bend Rd, Driveway on Right at sign #280
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,822
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 12.22 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Franklin County
APN: 055/00/020/01////
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 880078
ListPrice: $449,900
Around this home
Schools
Boones Mill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rocky Mount, VA • 24151
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$518,000 – $627,000
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