Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,245 sqft$102/sqft
686 Grey Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368
Single FamilyProperty Type
43.6 acresLot Size
2001Year Built
$102/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

A unique custom built home on 43 acres. Home is built on top of a ridge that provides long range mountain views and privacy. Home has 4 br's & 3 1/2 baths. There are 2 master br's with master baths. The upper master has a gas fireplace and a private walk-out balcony. Home has hard wood floors, cathedral ceilings, and heated floors in master bath and kitchen. House is heated by radiant hot water heat by a alternate oil or wood fueled furnace and central air. The finished basement area of the home...A unique custom built home on 43 acres. Home is built on top of a ridge that provides long range mountain views and privacy. Home has 4 br's & 3 1/2 baths. There are 2 master br's with master baths. The upper master has a gas fireplace and a private walk-out balcony. Home has hard wood floors, cathedral ceilings, and heated floors in master bath and kitchen. House is heated by radiant hot water heat by a alternate oil or wood fueled furnace and central air. The finished basement area of the home includes a den, office or 5th bedroom and an excecise room. Home has a lot of natural light provided by anderson thermopane windows. There is a 2 car attached drive under garage and a 2 car detached garage/workshop. Multiple decks and a flagstone patio round out this custom home.
  • Listed by: David Buck 276.620.6204 davidbuck1965@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #0226006551 • Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate
Listing closed: 10/17/2016 12:00 AM • Source: Southwest Virginia AOR, MLS#: 54868

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$358,500

Avg days on market

102

Sale-to-list ratio

93.2%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate, David Buck

Sold By United Country Anders Realty & Auction, Debbie Jones

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Property Information for 686 Grey Branch Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wythe County
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Subdivision Name: Other
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Lot Size: 43.60 AC / 1,899,216 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: FROM WYTHEVILLE: I-81 EXIT 60. LEFT OFF EXIT THRU RURAL RETREAT FOR 6 MILES ON CEDAR SPRINGS ROAD. WHEN YOU COME TO INTERSECTION BEAR LEFT AND CONTINUE ON CEDAR SPRINGS ROAD FOR 2 MILES. TURN LEFT ON GREY BRANCH ROAD. GO .5 MILES TO 686 GREY BRANCH. SEE MAILBOX. DRIVE WAY ON RIGHT AT MAILBOX. NO SIGN.
  • Latitude: 36.824852
  • Longitude: -81.256011
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 79-79A
  • Tax Year: 2015
School Information
  • Elementary School: Rural Retreat
  • High School: Rural Retreat
  • Middle Or Junior School: Rural Retreat
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Paved, Attached, Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 43.6
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 730.0
  • Living Area: 3245.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Oil
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Has Spa: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows

Property History for 686 Grey Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 17, 2016

Sold

Southwest Virginia AOR #54868

$330,000
Oct 13, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1145916195

$330,000
Oct 13, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1439119368

$330,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/17/2016

Sold

Southwest Virginia AOR #54868

$330,000
10/13/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1145916195

$330,000
10/13/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1439119368

$330,000

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

Public Records for 686 Grey Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$47,100Additions$309,500Total$356,600
Tax Record2025$1,819 ($152 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,849 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,127 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,722 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,899,216 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous AgriculturalYear Built2001Year Renovated2001CountyWYTHEAPN79-79A

Schools near 686 Grey Branch Road

This home is within Wythe County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rural Retreat Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Rural Retreat Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rural Retreat 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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