For sale

$389,000

Est. $2,239/mo —

•

2,056

sq ft

279 Helms Rd, Stanley, VA 22851

About this home

Tucked away in the peaceful setting of Helms Mountain in Stanley, Virginia, this charming cottage offers the perfect retreat for those seeking nature, comfort, and seclusion. Surrounded by towering trees and the gentle sounds of wildlife, the home blends rustic character with modern touches, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Inside, you’ll find a cozy living area with vaulted ceilings, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The kitchen is well-appointed, making it easy to prepare meals after a day of exploring the nearby Shenandoah National Park. Comfortable bedrooms provide restful nights, while the deck invites you to relax with your morning coffee or stargaze under clear mountain skies. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day, or simply enjoying the tranquility of your private setting, this home is a true sanctuary. Don't miss the 18x29 workshop with electric & water, which can accommodate a small vehicle, the partly fenced yard, or the livestock outbuildings. Perfect for a weekend getaway or extended stay, it offers the rare chance to disconnect and savor the simple beauty of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

Single-familyProperty Type

1972Year Built

2.27 acresLot Size

$189Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Sable Ponn • Funkhouser Real Estate Group

•540-743-4545 (broker)

•info@funkhousergroup.com (broker)

Listing updated: Jul 14, 2026 at 02:49pm

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #VAPA2006372

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$2,239 per month

Principal and interest$2,044

Property taxes

$100

HOA dues

Home insurance

$94

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Stanley Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi

4/10

Page County Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.8mi

5/10

Page County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

279 Helms Rd · $389,000

Strong offer

$389K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $389K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 51 days.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Jetted bathtub
Walk-in closets
Attic access
Estimated living area

Bedrooms
Four bedrooms on the upper level
One bedroom on the main level

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (one on main level, one on upper level)

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric range/oven

Laundry & utility
Main-floor laundry with hookups

Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Laminate

Heating & cooling
Wall heating unit
Electric baseboard heat
Wood-burning stove
Propane (owned) heating fuel
Window air conditioning units
Electric hot water

Sale and tax history for 279 Helms Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #VAPA2006372

Jul 14, 2026

Relisted

—

Jun 18, 2026

Contingent

—

May 5, 2026

Listed

$389,000

$189/sq ft

HRAR #674429

Jul 14, 2026

Relisted

—

Mar 16, 2026

Listed

$389,000

$189/sq ft

+59

HRAR #669040

Nov 16, 2025

Price Changed

$399,900

$195/sq ft

Sep 13, 2025

Listed

$425,000

$207/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 19, 1990

Sold

$42,300

$21/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,438 (+22.3%)

$35,500 + $241,100

$276,600

2025

$1,176

$30,000 + $131,100

$161,100

2024

$1,176

$30,000 + $131,100

$161,100

2023

$1,176

$30,000 + $131,100

$161,100

2022

$1,176

$30,000 + $131,100

$161,100

2021

$1,176 (+5.9%)

$30,000 + $131,100

$161,100

2020

$1,110

$30,000 + $122,100

$152,100

2019

$1,110 (+4.3%)

$30,000 + $122,100

$152,100

2018

$1,065 (+6.1%)

$30,000 + $122,100

$152,100

2017

$1,004

$30,000 + $122,100

$152,100

2016

$1,003 (+13.7%)

$30,000 + $122,100

$152,100

2014

$882

$29,000 + $108,900

$137,900

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.47 Acres

Year renovated

2002

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,793

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,793

Year built

1972

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Page County

APN

73C 2 61

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

4/10 Fire Factor

0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 88° 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

Stanley, VA • 22851

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

14/ 100

Low sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

2.7 hrs

0 hr

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Redfin Estimate for 279 Helms Rd

$383,962

$5,038 under list price of $389K

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