Fantastic authentic log cabin with Middle River frontage. Just minutes from the Verona exit of I-81. Easy commute to Staunton, Waynesboro, or Harrisonburg. Huge decks for entertaining. Stunning two-story fireplace and large beam construction. Owner has invested nearly 30k in improvements such as standing-seam metal roof and Trane HVAC for main floor. Logs have been sealed on schedule. Office area could easily become a third bedroom. Dining room is flooded by natural light. The HOA handles road maintenance and snow removal. HOA provides access road to river frontage. The main level deck boards need to be pressure washed and stained. Second story deck (3 x6) may need repair. The price reflects these needs.
Est. $2,818 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 79 River Ridge Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GAAR #666013
Jun 26, 2026
Sold
$295,000
$224/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Price Changed
$299,900
$228/sq ft
Apr 19, 2026
Price Changed
$309,900
$235/sq ft
Mar 9, 2026
Price Changed
$319,900
$243/sq ft
Dec 18, 2025
Price Changed
$334,900
$254/sq ft
Oct 27, 2025
Price Changed
$349,900
$266/sq ft
Aug 29, 2025
Price Changed
$354,900
$270/sq ft
Jul 21, 2025
Price Changed
$359,900
$273/sq ft
Jun 20, 2025
Listed
$364,900
$277/sq ft
GAAR #192331
Apr 15, 2010
Listed
$169,000
$128/sq ft
+2
Beautiful log home overlooking the Middle River. Open floor plan with vaulted great room & fireplace. Kitchen opens to sunny dining room with wood floor. Extensive decks overlooking river views. Office could be third bedroom. 20' area to river part of common area to HOA. New carpet being installed in living room & 1st floor bedroom. Storage building at side of property.
HRAR #171488
Jan 2, 2010
Listed
$169,000
$128/sq ft
Rare opportunity to buy this beautiful log home overlooking Middle River. Open floor plan with two story great room and fireplace. Kitchen opens into dining room/sunroom combo. Extensive decking allows you to enjoy the river views. 20 foot area bordering river is common area to HOA.Office could be third bedroom.
GAAR #192019
Jan 2, 2010
Listed
$169,000
$128/sq ft
HRAR #206980
Jan 28, 2002
Listed
$120,000
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,510
$75,000 + $215,300
$290,300
2025
$1,510
$75,000 + $215,300
$290,300
2024
$1,510 (+27.0%)
$75,000 + $215,300
$290,300
2023
$1,189
$65,000 + $123,700
$188,700
2022
$1,189
$65,000 + $123,700
$188,700
2021
$1,189
$65,000 + $123,700
$188,700
2020
$1,189
$65,000 + $123,700
$188,700
2019
$1,189 (+7.8%)
$65,000 + $123,700
$188,700
2018
$1,103 (+8.6%)
$65,000 + $110,000
$175,000
2017
$1,015
$65,000 + $110,000
$175,000
2016
$1,015 (+3.6%)
$65,000 + $110,000
$175,000
2014
$980
$65,000 + $110,000
$175,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1.6
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,316
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Augusta County
APN
036D 1 26
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 11, 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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Office
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bathroom
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Bathroom
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Interior Features
Interior Features: Primary Downstairs, Home Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,316
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Stick Built
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Levels: Two
Security Features: Surveillance System
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,316
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
AboveGradeFinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public Records
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
BelowGradeFinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public Records
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.56
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,508
Parcel Number: 036D 1 26
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Satellite Internet Available
Sewer: Conventional Sewer
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $250
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Amenities: None
School Information
Elementary School: E. G. Clymore
Middle Or Junior School: S. Gordon Stewart
High School: Fort Defiance
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 79 RIVER RIDGE RD
Directions: Rt 11 to Quicks Mill Road, R on Limestone, R on River Ridge - house will be on right
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,316
Stories: 1.6
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Augusta County
APN: 036D 1 26
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 11, 2026
Around this home
0/100 Car-Dependent1/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Edward G. Clymore Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
4/10
S Gordon Stewart Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Ft Defiance High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
5/10
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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
4/10 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
Verona, VA • 24482
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Sun exposure
41/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$313,000 – $379,000
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