498 Meeks Rd

3,209 Sq. Ft.
$218 / Sq. Ft.
3,209
Sq. Ft.
$218
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on 18.8 secluded acres along the Pigg River, this expansive home offers privacy, space, and a hard-to-find blend of modern living with homestead potential. Inside, hardwood floors flow through an open, airy layout, with balcony views and a generous walk-in closet. The lower level features a self-contained in-law suite complete with its own full kitchen and laundry, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Outside, this property is a true homesteader's dream: a fully fenced, deer-proof...Nestled on 18.8 secluded acres along the Pigg River, this expansive home offers privacy, space, and a hard-to-find blend of modern living with homestead potential. Inside, hardwood floors flow through an open, airy layout, with balcony views and a generous walk-in closet. The lower level features a self-contained in-law suite complete with its own full kitchen and laundry, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Outside, this property is a true homesteader's dream: a fully fenced, deer-proof orchard and garden, your own chicken coop, a detached workshop with separate power and another well, and a greenhouse. With over 300 feet of river frontage, you'll enjoy abundant outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. Smith Mountain Lake Public Boat Launch is 6.7 miles away.
  1. Listed by DOUG TREXELL • REALTY ONE GROUP LEADING EDGE

Property Details for 498 Meeks Road

View
Mountain(s)
Subdivision Name
N/A
Water Front
Yes
Covered Spaces
6.0
Water Body Name
River or Other
LISTING UPDATED: 04/06/2026 06:43 PM

Property Details for 498 Meeks Road

StatusActive
MLS #926227
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,916 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2003
Lot Size18.83 AC / 820,234 SF
CountyFranklin County

Location

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Building Information for 498 Meeks Road

Stories-Year Built2003Building Size-Lot Size18.83 AC / 820,234 SF

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$3,684 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,524

Property Taxes

$160

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 498 Meeks Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Rocky Mount. Take 40 East To Penhook, Turn Rt Onto 890 (Snow Creek Rd) to Rt on Meeks Rd, To home at end in cul de sac.
  • MLS Area Major: 0400 - Franklin County
  • City: Penhook
  • State Or Province: VA
  • Postal Code: 24137
  • County Or Parish: Franklin County
  • MLS Area Minor: 0400 - Franklin County
  • General Property Description - Water Class: Waterfront Property
  • General Property Description - Length of Waterfront: 353.0
  • Lot Description - Views: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Parcel Number: 086 00-015 07
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Tract Or Section: 0
  • Tax Amount: $1,916
  • Location Legal Taxes - Phase: $1
  • Location Legal Taxes - Annual Taxes: $1,916
  • Location Legal Taxes - Section: 0
  • Location Legal Taxes - POA YN: No
  • Misc Features - Maint - Free Exterior: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: Snow Creek
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ben Franklin Middle
  • High School: Franklin County
Parking
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3209.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 18.83
  • Lot Size Area: 18.83
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 820234.8
  • General Property Description - Total Acreage: 18.83
  • General Property Description - Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1834.0
  • General Property Description - Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • General Property Description - Lower Below Grd Fin SQFT: 1375.0
  • General Property Description - Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • General Property Description - Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1834.0
  • General Property Description - Grand Total Attached SQFT: 3209.0
  • General Property Description - Total Unfin SQFT: 0.0
Property and Assessments
  • Total Bathrooms Source: MLS
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2003
  • 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
  • Misc Features - In - Law Quarters: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Water Description - Private Well: Yes
  • Water Htr Energy - Electric: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Exterior Features - Deck: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Formal Garden: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Garden Space: Yes
Interior Features
  • Water Heater Type - Tank: Yes
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Heat Pump Electric, Central Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Heating: Heat Pump Electric, Wood Furnace, Forced Air Gas
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Whirlpool Bath, Storage
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Beds Total: 4
  • Baths Total: 4.1
  • Baths Full: 4
  • Rooms Total: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 4.1
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • General Property Description - Basement: Yes
  • Interior Features - Storage: Yes
  • Interior Features - Walk - in - Closet: Yes
  • Interior Features - Whirlpool Bath: Yes
  • Laundry - Laundry Lower Level: 1
  • Laundry - Laundry Upper Level: 0
  • Laundry - Laundry Other Level: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Leased Equipment - Propane Tank: Yes

Property History for 498 Meeks Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #926227

$699,900
Apr 26, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #643879313

$320,000
Apr 26, 2019

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #851607

$320,000
Mar 25, 2019

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #851607

Aug 20, 2018

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #851607

$329,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/06/2026

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #926227

$699,900
04/26/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #643879313

$320,000
04/26/2019

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #851607

$320,000
03/25/2019

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #851607

08/20/2018

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #851607

$329,900

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

Public Records for 498 Meeks Road

Taxable ValueLand$62,700Additions$363,000Total$425,700
Tax Record2025$1,831 ($153 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt1,834 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,834 SqFtStories1Lot Size820,278 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003ZoningNZCountyFRANKLINAPN086 00-015 07

Schools near 498 Meeks Road

This home is within Franklin County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Snow Creek Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Ben. Franklin Middle-West
Public6 to 8

Franklin County High School
Public9 to 12

Burnt Chimney Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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498 Meeks Road is a single family home for sale in Penhook, VA 24137. This property was listed for sale on April 6, 2026 by REALTY ONE GROUP LEADING EDGE, it's currently listed at $699,900. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on April 26, 2019. This listing's school district is Franklin County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Snow Creek Elementary School, Ben. Franklin Middle-West and Franklin County High School. 498 Meeks Road is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 3,209 sqft single family home built in 2003.

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