Just minutes from downtown Staunton, this 42 +/-acre farm is ready for your homesteading pursuits. The renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath farmhouse underwent a major restoration in 2016, including updated electric and plumbing, while preserving its country home charm. Modern touches such as solar panels and an EV charging station make this home ideal for those seeking a more green and sustainable lifestyle, complemented by a new septic system for peace of mind. The land is mostly open pasture, fenced and cross-fenced, with water hydrants to the fields and an additional well at the barn. The traditional peg-constructed bank barn provides ample space for hay, equipment, or animals and could be transformed into a remarkable restoration or barn-to-home conversion. Several smaller outbuildings add room for workshops, tools, or creative projects. Raised-bed gardens, perennial herbs and flowers, and sweeping mountain views complete the setting. With strong infrastructure and a history of sheep farming, this property is ready to become your new farm in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. The farm is currently enrolled in land use which provides for low real estate taxes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
42 acresLot Size
$364Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Gayle Harvey• Gayle Harvey Real Estate Inc
•434-960-1366 (broker)
•gayle@centralvafarms.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
Est. $2,199 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 424 Balsley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #VAAG2002656
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$775,000
$364/sq ft
Dec 15, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 23, 2025
Listed
$875,000
$411/sq ft
Sep 15, 2025
Coming Soon
$875,000
$411/sq ft
CAAR #669098
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$775,000
$364/sq ft
Sep 15, 2025
Listed
$875,000
$411/sq ft
+57
Welcome to a 42-acre farm just 10 minutes from downtown Staunton that’s full of charm, history, and possibility. The charming farmhouse has grown with thoughtful additions over the years, offering a comfortable blend of old and new. Recent improvements include electric updates, plumbing, insulation, septic system, solar power that keeps summer electric bills low, and even an EV charging station for modern convenience. The land is well-prepared for animals with fencing, cross-fencing, several water hydrants, and a beautiful old bank barn crafted with wooden pegs. The barn would make a wonderful restoration project or an inspiring barn-to-home conversion. Several smaller outbuildings provide space for tools, storage, or creative pursuits. For those who dream of homesteading, the property shines with raised-bed gardens, perennial flowers and herbs, and wide-open views of the mountains. Whether you’re tending livestock, cultivating a self-sufficient garden, or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside, this farm offers the space and spirit to bring your vision to life. The farm is currently enrolled in land use which provides for low real estate taxes.
APPFOLIO #1
Aug 31, 2023
Rental Removed
$2,995
$1/sq ft
Aug 17, 2023
Listed for Rent
$2,995
$1/sq ft
GAAR #166556
Nov 11, 2014
Listed
$425,000
$200/sq ft
HRAR #181644
Apr 19, 2013
Listed
$425,000
$200/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1967
Sold
$31,200
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,838 (+48.7%)
$357,000 + $270,300
$627,300
2025
$1,237 (−0.8%)
$351,000 + $160,600
$511,600
2024
$1,246 (−48.4%)
$351,000 + $162,400
$513,400
2023
$2,414 (+112.7%)
$275,800 + $107,331
$383,131
2022
$1,135 (−2.3%)
$341,600 + $107,300
$448,900
2021
$1,161
$397,400 + $107,300
$504,700
2020
$1,161
$397,400 + $107,300
$504,700
2019
$1,161 (+10.9%)
$397,400 + $107,300
$504,700
2018
$1,047 (+8.6%)
$397,400 + $95,500
$492,900
2017
$964
$397,400 + $95,500
$492,900
2016
$964 (+4.4%)
$397,400 + $95,500
$492,900
2014
$923
$398,300 + $95,500
$493,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
42.07 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,129
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Augusta County
APN
056 93
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
GA
General Agriculture District
The General Agriculture District is intended to allow an area to be devoted to agricultural use; to conserve, protect, and encourage the development, improvement and preservation of agricultural land for the production of food and other agricultural products; to retain major areas of natural ground cover for conservation purposes; and to retain forests; The principal purposes of this district may be accomplished by maintaining the existing agricultural lands and preventing the encroachment of incompatible land uses, while allowing development to occur at a reasonable density; Non-farm residents should recognize that in this district they are located in an agricultural environment where the right to farm and the right to practice forestry have been established as public policies; This district is also intended to minimize the demand for unanticipated public improvements and services, such as public sewer and water, by reducing development densities and discouraging large-scale development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven - Wall, Range Hood