491 Garbers Church Rd

Harrisonburg, VA 22801

$1,550,000
Price
11
Beds
6,824 Sq. Ft.
$227 / Sq. Ft.
6,824
Sq. Ft.
$227
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Own an established Boutique Inn or make it your own stunning Private Estate! Located just minutes from downtown Harrisonburg and James Madison University, By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages is a historic, income-producing property with endless potential. Built in 1789 with an 1840 addition, the Main House once served as a Civil War hospital and was extensively renovated in 2023. With a recent re-branding and 26 years of success, this is a turnkey business or an incredible residential opportunity....Own an established Boutique Inn or make it your own stunning Private Estate! Located just minutes from downtown Harrisonburg and James Madison University, By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages is a historic, income-producing property with endless potential. Built in 1789 with an 1840 addition, the Main House once served as a Civil War hospital and was extensively renovated in 2023. With a recent re-branding and 26 years of success, this is a turnkey business or an incredible residential opportunity. Operate as a 7-suite Inn, including 4 suites in the Main House and 3 private Cottages, or live in the Main House and rent the Cottages. The property includes an Innkeeper’s apartment, a 3-car garage, and a Special Use Permit for continued hospitality operations. One Cottage dates to 1840, while two were built in 2005. With Harrisonburg’s growth, JMU’s growing popularity, and the Shenandoah Valley’s tourism appeal, this is a rare chance to invest in history, hospitality, and prime real estate! Offered at $1,550,000 unfurnished. Furnishings available for an additional $75,000, creating a turnkey hospitality opportunity. Owner/Agent
  1. Listed by Anna Bergey • Brokerage DRE #0226038541 • Nest Realty Harrisonburg
    P: (540)-908-8483 C: (540)-908-8483 anna.bergey@nestrealty.com

Property Details for 491 Garbers Church Road

Architectural Style
Cabin, Cottage, Mansion
Subdivision Name
NONE
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Mountains, Residential, Rural, Water
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LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2025 03:08 PM

Property Details for 491 Garbers Church Road

StatusActive
MLS #661684
Days on Market293
Taxes$20,754 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1790
Lot Size1.64 AC / 71,438 SF
CountyHarrisonburg Independent City

Location

Listing Courtesy of Nest Realty Harrisonburg, Anna Bergey
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Building Information for 491 Garbers Church Road

Stories3Year Built1790Building Size-Lot Size1.64 AC / 71,438 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,389 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,659

Property Taxes

$1,730

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 491 Garbers Church Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Downtown Harrisonburg - Take 33 West for 1.7 miles. Turn left on Garbers Church Road and follow 0.3 Miles to property on the right.
  • Latitude: 38.45140837
  • Longitude: -78.904195
  • MLS Area Major: Rockingham Co NW
  • Road Frontage Type: PublicRoad
  • Topography: Rolling
  • Water Source: Public
  • Year Built: 1790
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $20,754
  • Tax Legal Description: Approx. 1.64 portion of Quadrant 4 NS Garbers Church Rd
  • Tax Year: 2005
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Electricity, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Oversized, GarageFacesSide
School Information
  • Elementary School: Bluestone
  • High School: Harrisonburg
  • Middle Or Junior School: Thomas Harrison
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5304.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1768.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Building Area Total: 9456.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Living Area: 6824.0
  • Living Area Source: PublicRecords
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Garden, Landscaped, NearPublicTransit
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.64
Property and Assessments
  • Disclaimer: The offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
  • Disclosures: SellerDisclosure
  • New Construction: No
  • Parcel Number: Portion of 123-O-3
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: UpdatedRemodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sign On Property: No
  • Zoning Description: R-1 Single Family Residential
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Utilities: CableAvailable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: PublicTransportation, Sidewalks
  • Construction Materials: Brick, StickBuilt, Stone, VinylSiding
  • Exclusions: Garage refrigerator, a few furnishings that have family value.
  • Exterior Features: LandscapeLights
  • Fireplace Features: GasLog, Masonry, Multiple, WoodBurning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block, BrickMortar, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: RearPorch, FrontPorch, Porch
  • Roof: Composition, Metal, Other, Shingle
  • Security Features: SurveillanceSystem
Interior Features
  • Basement: ExteriorEntry, Full, InteriorEntry, WalkOutAccess
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 8
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 11
  • Cooling: CentralAir, Ductless, HeatPump, WallUnits
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, CeramicTile, Hardwood, Laminate, LuxuryVinylPlank, Wood
  • Heating: Central, DualSystem, Electric, HeatPump, Propane, WallFurnace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: AdditionalLivingQuarters, JettedTub, PrimaryDownstairs, Remodeled, BreakfastBar, EntranceFoyer, EatInKitchen, HighCeilings, HomeOffice, KitchenIsland, ProgrammableThermostat, RecessedLighting
  • Levels: ThreeOrMore
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Room Type: AdditlLivingSuite, Bathroom, Bedroom, DiningRoom, EatInKitchen, FamilyRoom, FullBath, Foyer, HalfBath, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, PrimaryBathroom, PrimaryBedroom, Office, Other
  • Stories: 3
  • Appliances: BuiltInOven, DoubleOven, Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 491 Garbers Church Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 27, 2025

Price Change

CAAR #661684

$1,550,000—
Mar 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #661684

$1,750,000—
Jun 6, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1492553686

$1,000,000—
Dec 31, 2020

Expired

CAAR #601900

$899,000—
Mar 26, 2020

Listed (Active)

CAAR #601900

$899,000—
Dec 31, 2019

Expired

CAAR #592907

$1,200,000—
Jul 5, 2019

Listed (Active)

CAAR #592907

$1,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/27/2025

Price Change

CAAR #661684

$1,550,000
03/10/2025

Listed (Active)

CAAR #661684

$1,750,000
06/06/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1492553686

$1,000,000
12/31/2020

Expired

CAAR #601900

$899,000
03/26/2020

Listed (Active)

CAAR #601900

$899,000
12/31/2019

Expired

CAAR #592907

$1,200,000
07/05/2019

Listed (Active)

CAAR #592907

$1,200,000

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

Public Records for 491 Garbers Church Road

Taxable ValueLand$195,200Additions$1,859,700Total$2,054,900
Tax Record2024$20,754 ($1,730 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,320 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,320 SqFtStyleRestaurantYear Built1790CountyHARRISONBURG CITYAPN123 O 3

Schools near 491 Garbers Church Road

This home is within Harrisonburg City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bluestone Elementary
Public - K to 5
Thomas Harrison Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Harrisonburg High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bluestone Elementary
PublicK to 5

Thomas Harrison Middle School
Public6 to 8

Harrisonburg High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

491 Garbers Church Road is a single family home for sale in Harrisonburg, VA 22801. This property was listed for sale on March 10, 2025 by Nest Realty Harrisonburg, it's currently listed at $1,550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 293 days and was last sold on June 6, 2022. This listing's school district is Harrisonburg City Public Schools. Nearby schools include Bluestone Elementary, Thomas Harrison Middle School and Harrisonburg High School. 491 Garbers Church Road is a 11-bed, 9-bath, 6,824 sqft single family home built in 1790.

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Listing Courtesy of Nest Realty Harrisonburg, Anna Bergey

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