Country living without the long commute! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath ranch sits on 2.15 private acres just minutes from Winchester, offering the perfect blend of peaceful surroundings and everyday convenience. Backing to woods with your own private walking paths, this property also enjoys distant mountaintop views that can be appreciated from both the backyard and the primary bedroom. Many of the major improvements have already been completed, including new windows in the original portion of the home (2025), a new water softener (2025), an updated bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and new sink vanity (2025), fresh interior paint (2025), a roof that's approximately five years old, heat pump (2018), siding (2017), and a recent septic inspection with the recommended repairs completed in July 2026 for added peace of mind. Inside, you'll find an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wood stove, four bedrooms, and two full bathrooms, providing comfortable one-level living with plenty of flexibility for guests, or a home office. Step outside to enjoy the spacious fully fenced yard, concrete patio, storage shed, established landscaping, including a variety of wild berries amongst the property. Whether you're exploring your own waling paths, gardening, or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings and mountaintop views, this property offers the space, privacy, and lifestyle you've been looking for. Many of the major improvements have already been completed, allowing the next owner to focus on making the home their own while enjoying the privacy, acreage, and peaceful setting from day one. Located mins from town off of Rt. 50, close to shopping, dining, and Winchester Medical Center. A short drive to the local major highways/I-81.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
2.15 acresLot Size
$255Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Angie Ordonez• NextHome Realty Select
•540-667-9097 (broker)
•curtis@nexthomerealtyselect.com (broker)
Bought with Denise Resendiz• Keller Williams Realty
Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Tub Shower, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Stove, Water Treat System
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 441
Improvement Assessed Value: $162,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Fully
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $94,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,449
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 441
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,233
Tax Assessed Value: $256,900
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,233
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic < # of BR
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Rustic Wood Lane
Directions: From Winchester: US-50W to Wardensville Grade (State Rt. 608), then take a right onto McDonald Rd. Stay on McDonald Rd. for approxiamately 1.5 miles and the house will be on the right, but you will take a right turn on Rustic Wood Lane to get to the driveway for 852 McDonald.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,449
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Frederick County
APN: 51 A 68
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Indian Hollow Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
5/10
Frederick County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
2/10
James Wood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 100° expected this year, 14 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
Winchester, VA • 22602
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Winchester. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$353,000 – $428,000
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