Active with a Kick-Out Clause and another price reduction! Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional custom-built home at 1428 Mandolin Avenue in Grottoes. Designed with comfort and functionality in mind, this home features a seamless, open floor plan that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers plenty of room to gather, cook, and create lasting memories. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, providing space for everyone. Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening from the inviting screened-in sunroom, overlooking the fully fenced backyard—ideal for pets, play, or outdoor entertaining. Need even more space? The huge unfinished basement offers endless possibilities for future expansion, a home gym, workshop, or abundant storage. With its quality custom craftsmanship, spacious layout, and recent price improvement, this home offers incredible value in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. Schedule your showing today before this opportunity is gone!
Accepting back-up offers
Price cut: $4.9K (10/2)
$425,000
1428 Mandolin Ave, Grottoes, VA 24441
4beds
1,964sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$424,500 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$23/mo HOA
What's special
Seamless open floor planInviting screened-in sunroomFully fenced backyardFour generously sized bedroomsSpacious kitchenSpacious layout
- 267 days
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Doughty & Company 540-578-1851,
Kline May Realty 540-437-3500
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 672504
Originating MLS: Harrisonburg-Rockingham Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Foyer, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Foyer
- Level: First
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,414
- Total interior livable area: 1,964 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,964
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Electricity, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Composite, Concrete, Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Mature Trees/Landscape, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Vinyl,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 160E25
- Zoning description: Town
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Underground
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: SHADY CREEK
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $70 quarterly
Location
- Region: Grottoes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $363,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,471
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 224 days
Estimated market value
$424,500
$403,000 - $446,000
$2,116/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Price change | $425,000-1.1%$216/sqft |
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| 8/22/2026 | Price change | $429,900-0.9%$219/sqft |
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| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $433,900$221/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Pending sale | $433,900$221/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $433,900-0.2%$221/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Price change | $434,900-1.1%$221/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Price change | $439,900-1.1%$224/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Price change | $444,900-1.1%$227/sqft |
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| 2/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,900$229/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Pending sale | $449,900$229/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,900+9.7%$229/sqft |
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| 6/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/9/2023 | Sold | $410,000-1.2%$209/sqft |
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| 3/14/2023 | Pending sale | $414,900$211/sqft |
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| 2/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $414,900+66.6%$211/sqft |
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| 10/7/2016 | Sold | $249,000-5.1%$127/sqft |
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| 9/6/2016 | Pending sale | $262,500$134/sqft |
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| 7/21/2016 | Price change | $262,500-0.9%$134/sqft |
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| 6/15/2016 | Listed for sale | $264,900+16.2%$135/sqft |
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| 4/2/2012 | Sold | $228,000+406.7%$116/sqft |
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| 10/11/2011 | Sold | $45,000$23/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,471 | $363,400 |
| 2023 | $2,471 | $363,400 |
| 2022 | $2,471 +28.1% | $363,400 +39.4% |
| 2021 | $1,928 | $260,600 |
| 2020 | $1,928 | $260,600 |
| 2019 | $1,928 | $260,600 |
| 2018 | $1,928 +156.9% | $260,600 +21.5% |
| 2017 | $751 | $214,500 |
| 2016 | $751 -47.8% | $214,500 |
| 2015 | $1,437 +4.7% | $214,500 |
| 2014 | $1,373 | $214,500 -1.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $218,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $218,300 +679.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $28,000 |
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Neighborhood: 24441
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South River
- Middle: Montevideo
- High: Spotswood
Source: CAAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







