Welcome home to this charming brick ranch offering 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and an abundance of updates in a convenient Waynesboro location. Just minutes from downtown, I-64, I-81, the South River Greenway, the YMCA, the Waynesboro Public Library, and local schools, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Inside, you'll appreciate the functional floor plan with a comfortable living room, a kitchen and dining area that make everyday living and entertaining easy, and bonus space in the basement that offers endless possibilities for a home office, playroom, workout room, hobby space, or additional storage. Outside, enjoy the large backyard from the newer back porch, along with a wood privacy fence for added privacy. Major improvements include a new HVAC system (2022), upgraded electrical panel (2022), city sewer connection (2020), paved driveway, gutters, replacement kitchen appliances, and a new water heater (2026), giving buyers peace of mind for years to come. With classic brick construction, flexible living space, and numerous recent updates, this move-in ready home is ready for its next owners.
Partially finished and partially unfinished basement
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first floor
Additional bedrooms on the second floor
Main level includes 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
One half bathroom (basement)
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Refrigerator
Heating & cooling
Heat pump for heating
Heat pump for cooling
Exterior features
Front and side porch
Yard on a 0.17-acre lot
Home design
Detached home
One-and-a-half story
Construction
Brick and stick-built construction
Block foundation
Composition/shingle roof
Total building area approximately 1,898 square feet
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable available
Sale and tax history for 117 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GAAR #679671
Jul 17, 2026
Listed
$229,900
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 27, 2017
Sold
$137,000
$92/sq ft
GAAR #555595
Jan 3, 2017
Listed
$137,000
$92/sq ft
+16
Start your year off in a beautiful new home! This charming house, nestled on a quiet street in a great location could be yours. Close to downtown Waynesboro, I-81, Berkeley Glenn Elementary School, Ridgeview Park, Waynesboro Country Club and more! Your family will love the look and feel of this freshly painted home with a fantastic and unique ability to maximize spaces as needed. The spacious kitchen/dining room combination, lovely living room and even large backyard are great for entertaining. Plus an added bonus room in the basement is outstanding for extra bedroom space or even a playroom. You will be amazed at the functionality of this home as well as the beauty of the features throughout.
CAAR #526568
Apr 30, 2015
Listing Removed
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Sep 22, 2014
Listed
$139,900
$94/sq ft
GAAR #197821
Sep 23, 2014
Listed
$139,900
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,770 (+23.2%)
$47,500 + $168,400
$215,900
2024
$1,437
$40,000 + $146,600
$186,600
2023
$1,437 (+20.6%)
$40,000 + $146,600
$186,600
2022
$1,192
$40,000 + $146,600
$186,600
2021
$1,192 (+6.3%)
$35,000 + $97,400
$132,400
2020
$1,121
$35,000 + $97,400
$132,400
2019
$1,121 (+12.3%)
$35,000 + $89,600
$124,600
2018
$999 (+3.4%)
$35,000 + $89,600
$124,600
2017
$966 (+10.6%)
$35,000 + $76,000
$111,000
2016
$873
$35,000 + $76,000
$111,000
2015
$873 (−3.2%)
$35,000 + $74,200
$109,200
2014
$902
$35,000 + $77,800
$112,800
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
7,199 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,486
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,486
Year built
1951
Style
Other
County
Waynesboro
APN
64-10-2-7
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 19 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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Redfin Estimate for 117 River Rd
$235,792
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