3 beds3,948 sqft$93/sqft
248 River Rd S, Covington, VA 24426
Est: $2,012/moGet pre-approved

Description

Jackson river waterfront log home! Experience LIFE on one of Virginia's most scenic rivers in this Beautiful 1½-Story Log Home, where fishing, kayaking, swimming & breathtaking river views become part of your Everyday Life! Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a relaxing Mountain Retreat, this Exceptional Riverfront Property offers an unmatched lifestyle. Inside you'll discover 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, beautiful hardwood floors, exposed natural wood & beams, & a spacious great room,...Jackson river waterfront log home! Experience LIFE on one of Virginia's most scenic rivers in this Beautiful 1½-Story Log Home, where fishing, kayaking, swimming & breathtaking river views become part of your Everyday Life! Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a relaxing Mountain Retreat, this Exceptional Riverfront Property offers an unmatched lifestyle. Inside you'll discover 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, beautiful hardwood floors, exposed natural wood & beams, & a spacious great room, a soaring vaulted ceiling & attractive stone fireplace w/ pellet stove. The well-designed galley kitchen includes appliances & ample cabinet space. Upstairs, the private loft-style primary suite overlooks the great room & features a walk-in closet & private bath. Step outside onto the spacious deck
LISTING UPDATED: 08/10/2026 03:15 AM

  1. Listed by LISA BROWN • HIGHLANDS REALTY & ASSOCIATES LLC

Property Details for 248 River Road South

Status
MLS #
929883
Days on Market
2
Taxes
$1,638 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1979
Lot Size
0.64 AC / 27,878 SF
View
River
Subdivision Name
N/A
Water Front
Yes
Covered Spaces
2.0
Water Body Name
River or Other

Location

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Building Information for 248 River Road South

Stories-Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size0.64 AC / 27,878 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,012 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,876

Property Taxes

$137

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 248 River Road South

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Rt 220 N from Covington to left on Rt 687- Jackson Rvr Rd, to left into Clearview Estates to T section. Left on Sammys Rd, cross bridge and turn left. 1/2 mile to house on the left.
  • MLS Area Major: 2700 - Alleghany County
  • City: Covington
  • State Or Province: VA
  • Postal Code: 24426
  • County Or Parish: Alleghany County
  • MLS Area Minor: 2700 - Alleghany County
  • General Property Description - Water Class: Waterfront Property
  • General Property Description - Length of Waterfront: 120.0
  • Lot Description - Stream: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Parcel Number: 04000-00-000-20B1 , 040E0-01-000-001A
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Tract Or Section: 0
  • Tax Amount: $1,638
  • Location Legal Taxes - Phase: $8
  • Location Legal Taxes - Annual Taxes: $1,638
  • Location Legal Taxes - Section: 0
  • Location Legal Taxes - POA YN: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Other - See Remarks
  • Middle Or Junior School: Other - See Remarks
  • High School: Other - See Remarks
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3948.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Lot Size Area: 0.64
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 27878.4
  • General Property Description - Total Acreage: 0.64
  • General Property Description - Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 2151.0
  • General Property Description - Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 581.0
  • General Property Description - Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • General Property Description - Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 2732.0
  • General Property Description - Grand Total Attached SQFT: 3948.0
  • General Property Description - Total Unfin SQFT: 1216.0
  • Lot Description - Varied: Yes
  • Unfinished Attached SQFT - Entry Below Grd Unfin SQFT: 1216.0
Property and Assessments
  • Total Bathrooms Source: MLS
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Description - Property Sub - Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • General Property Description - Construction Status: Completed
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Water Description - Private Well: Yes
  • Internet Access - Current Internet Prov: T-mobile 5G
  • Water Htr Energy - Electric: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Restaurant, Trail Access
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened Porch, Deck, Side Porch
  • Exterior Features - Deck: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Screened Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Water Heater Type - Tank: Yes
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Heat Pump Electric
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Storage
  • Window Features: Skylight
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Partial
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Baths Total: 2.0
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Rooms Total: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • General Property Description - Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace - Great Room: Yes
  • Interior Features - Cathedral Ceiling: Yes
  • Interior Features - Ceiling Fan: Yes
  • Interior Features - Skylight: Yes
  • Interior Features - Storage: Yes
  • Interior Features - Walk - in - Closet: Yes
  • Laundry - Laundry Lower Level: 0
  • Laundry - Laundry Upper Level: 0
  • Laundry - Laundry Other Level: 0

Property History for 248 River Road South

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #929883

$369,000
Dec 31, 2018

Expired

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #845740

Mar 6, 2018

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #845740

$229,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/10/2026

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #929883

$369,000
12/31/2018

Expired

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #845740

03/06/2018

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #845740

$229,000

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

Public Records for 248 River Road South

Taxable ValueLand$50,000Additions$282,500Total$332,500
Tax Record2025$1,629 ($136 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,732 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,732 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Year Renovated2005ZoningARCountyALLEGHANYAPN04000-00-000-20B1Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 248 River Road South

This home is within Alleghany County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mountain View Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Clifton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Alleghany High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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248 River Road South is a single family home for sale in Covington, VA 24426. This property was listed for sale on August 10, 2026 by HIGHLANDS REALTY & ASSOCIATES LLC, it's currently listed at $369,000. This listing's school district is Alleghany County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mountain View Elementary School, Clifton Middle School and Alleghany High School. 248 River Road South is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 3,948 sqft single family home built in 1979.

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