1299 N River Rd

957,884 / 21.99
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Unique historic property! 22-acre farm located across the road from North River, minutes from Rt 11 and I-81. 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home, originally built in 1780, features unique details: German-crafted mantle, 18-inch thick exterior walls, detailed finishes. Expansions in 1850 and 1998 blend seamlessly with the home's historic charm. Enjoy river views from the front porch, a ground-level primary suite with a step-in jetted tub, and a second-level primary with custom pine finishes. A finished attic...Unique historic property! 22-acre farm located across the road from North River, minutes from Rt 11 and I-81. 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home, originally built in 1780, features unique details: German-crafted mantle, 18-inch thick exterior walls, detailed finishes. Expansions in 1850 and 1998 blend seamlessly with the home's historic charm. Enjoy river views from the front porch, a ground-level primary suite with a step-in jetted tub, and a second-level primary with custom pine finishes. A finished attic offers additional flexible space, while the basement, with plumbing for a bathroom, could serve as a family or game room. The bank barn provides two apartments (currently under renovation) with ample storage and workshop space, plus five stalls. A separate horse barn features 8 stalls, wash bay, tack room, and ample hay storage. Four hog paddocks, fenced riding trail, and riding ring complete the equestrian facilities. Additional features include a 15x32 ft above-ground pool with a deck and pergola, various fruit trees, and several outbuildings, including a 12 x 16 storage building. A variety of heating and cooling options ensure comfort year-round. The roof was replaced in 2023. Endless possibilities!
  1. Listed by Susan Melendez • Brokerage DRE #0226004615 • Kline May Realty
    P: (540)-560-4935 C: (540)-560-4935 susan.melendez@klinemay.com

Property Details for 1299 North River Road

Architectural Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
NONE
View
Mountains, Panoramic, Rural, Water
View
Yes
Zoning
A-1 Agricultural
LISTING UPDATED: 02/08/2025 03:42 PM

Property Details for 1299 North River Road

StatusActive
MLS #660233
Days on Market20479
Taxes$5,062 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeFarm / Residential
Year Built1780
Lot Size21.99 AC
CountyRockingham County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Kline May Realty, Susan Melendez
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Building Information for 1299 North River Road

Building Size-Lot Size21.99 AC

Payment Calculator

$8,707 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,286

Property Taxes

$422

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1299 North River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Rt 11 to North River Rd. House on left at corner of North River Rd and Fairview Rd.
  • Latitude: 38.34601795
  • Longitude: -78.92257118
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Year Built: 1780
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,062
  • Tax Legal Description: NR Mt. Crawford
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, GarageFacesFront, Garage
School Information
  • Elementary School: Pleasant Valley
  • High School: Turner Ashby
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wilbur S. Pence
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5720.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1376.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Area Total: 7096.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Living Area: 5720.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 21.99
Property and Assessments
  • Disclaimer: The offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
  • New Construction: No
  • Parcel Number: 137/A/95/B1
  • Property Condition: UpdatedRemodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Farm
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Farm
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: No
  • Zoning Description: A-1 Agricultural
Utilities
  • Electric: Underground
  • Sewer: ConventionalSewer
  • Utilities: CableAvailable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, StickBuilt, VinylSiding
  • Fencing: Wire
  • Fireplace Features: Two, WoodBurning, WoodBurningStove
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Horse Amenities: Barn, HayStorage, LoafingShed, OutdoorArena, Paddocks, RidingTrail, StockPens, Stables, TackRoom
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Other, Workshop, Barns
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, FrontPorch, Porch, Wood
  • Pool Features: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Security Features: SmokeDetectors
Interior Features
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished, WalkOutAccess
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Ductless, WindowUnits
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: CeramicTile, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Heating: Baseboard, DualSystem, Electric, HotWater, Oil, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: AdditionalLivingQuarters, PrimaryDownstairs, PermanentAtticStairs, Remodeled, EntranceFoyer, EatInKitchen, HighCeilings, HomeOffice
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Room Type: Bathroom, BilliardRoom, BonusRoom, Bedroom, Den, DiningRoom, EatInKitchen, FamilyRoom, FullBath, Foyer, GarageApartment, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, PrimaryBathroom, PrimaryBedroom, Recreation, Study
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows, InsulatedWindows, TiltInWindows
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ElectricRange, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, WaterSoftener, Washer
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 1299 North River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #660233

$1,700,000
Sep 5, 2016

Expired

CAAR #176609

$925,000
Sep 25, 2013

Listed (Active)

CAAR #176609

$925,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/23/2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #660233

$1,700,000
09/05/2016

Expired

CAAR #176609

$925,000
09/25/2013

Listed (Active)

CAAR #176609

$925,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1299 North River Road

Taxable ValueLand$121,000Additions$623,400Total$744,400
Tax Record2025$5,062 ($422 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,959 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,160 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt799 SqFtStories2Lot Size396,265 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1780ZoningA1CountyROCKINGHAMAPN137-(A)- L95B1

Schools near 1299 North River Road

This home is within Rockingham County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Wilbur S. Pence Middle School
Public6 to 8

Turner Ashby High School
Public9 to 12

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1299 North River Road is a 21.99 ac of land for sale in Mount Crawford, VA 22841. This property was listed for sale on January 23, 2025 by Kline May Realty, it's currently listed at $1,700,000. This listing's school district is Rockingham County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Wilbur S. Pence Middle School and Turner Ashby High School. 1299 North River Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 5,720 sqft 21.99 ac of land built in 1780 on a 957,884 sq. ft. / 21.99 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Kline May Realty, Susan Melendez

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