Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath 2 half bath home in Strasburg. This home is perfect for anyone who enjoys great views, the outdoors, and the convenience of being close to town. Both half baths have the space to add showers or small tubs. There is extra storage outside with the large shed and block garage/outbuilding. The outbuilding has power wired to it as well for various uses. New 3 bedroom septic installed in 2019 2x Outside HVAC units dated 2019 Water Heater dated 2007 Age of roof unknown Seller currently uses Live Stream high speed internet service. Shentel internet is available.
New 3 bed, conventional septic system to be installed prior to closing! Just 6 minutes from 81, you'll find this +100 year old farmhouse with stunning 360 degree mountain views. Inside, the wood stove and dual zoned heat pumps keep the house cozy when it is cold outside. Main floor bedroom in the back. Up the steep/antique stairwell you'll find 2 bedrooms, large enough for a king and queen sized bed. Both half baths have the space to add showers. Outside, there is plenty of flat yard to garden and enjoy. The property is outfitted with an exterior office/shed, excellent for those working from home. The block outbuilding/garage is great for storage and has hardwired power. And don't forget there is plenty of room for parking your personal or work vehicles. Currently Virginia Air internet. Shentel available.
BRIGHT MLS #1005233343
Jul 6, 2018
Sold
$170,000
$132/sq ft
Jul 5, 2018
Pending
—
May 11, 2018
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2018
Price Changed
$179,900
$140/sq ft
Feb 1, 2018
Listed
$189,900
$147/sq ft
+24
This 3bdr 1bath 2 (1/2) bath farm house provides a welcoming covered front porch w/ gorgeous mountain views on 1.5 acres. Also a great garden spot w/ shed for tools and accessories. The convenience of country living with being close to town minutes from middle of Strasburg.
BRIGHT MLS #1003040428
Aug 29, 2014
Sold
$85,000
$66/sq ft
Aug 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jun 5, 2014
Listed
$89,900
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 20, 2007
Sold
$179,900
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,191 (+0.9%)
$81,000 + $167,160
$248,160
2025
$1,181
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2024
$1,181 (+6.7%)
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2023
$1,107 (+3.4%)
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2022
$1,070 (+23.6%)
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2021
$866 (+7.8%)
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2020
$803
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2019
$803
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2018
$803 (+6.7%)
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2017
$753 (+13.7%)
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2014
$662
$58,000 + $58,300
$116,300
Tax history for 16038 Back Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,191 (+0.9%)
$81,000 + $167,160
$248,160
2025
$1,181
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2024
$1,181 (+6.7%)
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2023
$1,107 (+3.4%)
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2022
$1,070 (+23.6%)
$61,500 + $123,000
$184,500
2021
$866 (+7.8%)
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2020
$803
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2019
$803
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2018
$803 (+6.7%)
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2017
$753 (+13.7%)
$57,500 + $68,000
$125,500
2014
$662
$58,000 + $58,300
$116,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Has Laundry
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $123,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Satellite Dish
Lot Information
Lot Features: Open, Landscaping
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $61,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,288
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,070
Tax Assessed Value: $184,500
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,070
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: SHENANDOAH COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: 81 south get off at Strasburg 55 exit turn left on 55 toward Back Rd (623) turn right on Back Rd heading south to property on the left see sign. 81 North Toms Brook exit turn right on Mount Olive Rd turn left on Back rd to property on right
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,288
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Shenandoah County
APN: 015 A 056
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sandy Hook Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Signal Knob Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
Strasburg High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 16 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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Strasburg, VA • 22657
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Estimated sale price
$312,000 – $378,000
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