518 Walnut Ave SW

2,594 Sq. Ft.
$166 / Sq. Ft.
2,594
Sq. Ft.
$166
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Traditional 2 story in timeless old Southwest. Beautiful kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Large separate dining room with access from living room and kitchen. Cozy formal living room. Grand entry with open staircase and foyer area. Home is directly across from the park and less than a block from the school. Screened in porch and balcony overlooking a beautiful back yard with garden, patio and coy pond. Third bedroom has adjacent laundry room...Traditional 2 story in timeless old Southwest. Beautiful kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Large separate dining room with access from living room and kitchen. Cozy formal living room. Grand entry with open staircase and foyer area. Home is directly across from the park and less than a block from the school. Screened in porch and balcony overlooking a beautiful back yard with garden, patio and coy pond. Third bedroom has adjacent laundry room and walks out to balcony. Quick access to 581, Carilion and downtown Roanoke.
  1. Listed by ALLISON RATCLIFFE • EMBOLDEN REALTY GROUP

Property Details for 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

Zoning
AC
Subdivision Name
Old Southwest
Covered Spaces
2.0
LISTING UPDATED: 02/07/2026 12:29 PM

Property Details for 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

StatusActive
MLS #924516
Days on Market2
Taxes$2,100 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1899
Lot Size-
CountyRoanoke Independent City

Location

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Building Information for 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

Stories-Year Built1899Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$2,271 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,096

Property Taxes

$175

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Elm Ave SW to 5th St SW. Turn right on Walnut Ave. Home on the left. Driveway is to the right of the home.
  • MLS Area Major: 0130 - City of Roanoke - SW
  • City: Roanoke
  • State Or Province: VA
  • Postal Code: 24016
  • County Or Parish: City of Roanoke
  • MLS Area Minor: 0130 - City of Roanoke - SW
  • General Property Description - Water Class: N/A
  • Lot Description - Views: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Parcel Number: 1131209
  • Tax Block: 2
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Tract Or Section: 0
  • Tax Amount: $2,100
  • Location Legal Taxes - Phase: $0
  • Location Legal Taxes - Annual Taxes: $2,100
  • Location Legal Taxes - Section: 0
  • Location Legal Taxes - POA YN: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Highland Park
  • Middle Or Junior School: James Madison
  • High School: Patrick Henry
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2594.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x130
  • General Property Description - Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 872.0
  • General Property Description - Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 872.0
  • General Property Description - Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • General Property Description - Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1744.0
  • General Property Description - Grand Total Attached SQFT: 2594.0
  • General Property Description - Total Unfin SQFT: 850.0
  • Lot Description - Level Lot: Yes
  • Unfinished Attached SQFT - Other Above Grd Unfin SQFT: 850.0
Property and Assessments
  • Total Bathrooms Source: MLS
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1899
  • 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: Public Sewer
  • Water Description - Public Water: Yes
  • Internet Access - Cable: Yes
  • Water Htr Energy - Natural Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Restaurant
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened Porch, Covered Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features - Balcony: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Covered Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Fenced Yard: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Garden Space: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features - Screened Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Water Heater Type - Tank - less: Yes
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Kitchen Appliances: Microwave Oven (Built In)
  • Cooling: Heat Pump Electric
  • Door Features: Full View, Wood
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Heat Pump Electric, Forced Air Gas
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
  • Window Features: Storm
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Partial
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Baths Total: 1.1
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.1
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • General Property Description - Basement: Yes
  • Misc Features - Cable TV: Yes
  • Fireplace - Living Room: Yes
  • Interior Features - Ceiling Fan: Yes
  • Interior Features - Storage: Yes
  • Interior Features - Walk - in - Closet: Yes
  • Laundry - Laundry Lower Level: 0
  • Laundry - Laundry Upper Level: 1
  • Laundry - Laundry Other Level: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Lage walk in closet with attic access
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: washer/dryer and balcony attached to this room
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Description: Beautiful pocket doors to grand spacious dining room
Room 5
  • Room Type: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Description: Cherry cabinets, granite countertops and stainless appliances
Room 6
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Description: spacious entryway
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Description: formal with tall ceilings and fireplace
Room 8
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper

Property History for 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #924516

$430,000
Mar 31, 2022

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

$289,950
Mar 17, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487036271

$289,950

+8.7% / yr

Feb 12, 2022

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

Jan 26, 2022

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

$289,950
Jan 8, 2022

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

Jan 5, 2022

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

$289,950
Nov 30, 2018

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #853492

$220,000
Nov 19, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #635359208

$220,000
Oct 24, 2018

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #853492

Oct 24, 2018

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #853492

$224,950
May 7, 2003

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #303259

$143,000
Apr 21, 2003

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #303259

Apr 16, 2003

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #303259

$145,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/07/2026

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #924516

$430,000
03/31/2022

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

$289,950
03/17/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487036271

$289,950

+8.7% / yr

02/12/2022

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

01/26/2022

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

$289,950
01/08/2022

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

01/05/2022

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #886122

$289,950
11/30/2018

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #853492

$220,000
11/19/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #635359208

$220,000
10/24/2018

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #853492

10/24/2018

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #853492

$224,950
05/07/2003

Sold

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #303259

$143,000
04/21/2003

Pending

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #303259

04/16/2003

Listed (Active)

Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS #303259

$145,000

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Public Records for 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$45,900Additions$244,700Total$290,600
Tax Record2025$3,759 ($313 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,744 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,744 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,477 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1899ZoningRM-1CountyROANOKE CITYAPN113-1209Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest

This home is within Roanoke City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Highland Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

James Madison Middle School
Public6 to 8

Patrick Henry High School
Public9 to 12

Rivermont School - Roanoke
Private2 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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518 Walnut Avenue Southwest is a single family home for sale in Roanoke, VA 24016. This property was listed for sale on February 7, 2026 by EMBOLDEN REALTY GROUP, it's currently listed at $430,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on March 31, 2022. This listing's school district is Roanoke City Public Schools. Nearby schools include Highland Park Elementary School, James Madison Middle School and Patrick Henry High School. 518 Walnut Avenue Southwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,594 sqft single family home built in 1899.

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Listing Courtesy of EMBOLDEN REALTY GROUP, ALLISON RATCLIFFE

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