Sitting high on 5.1 Acres...Welcome to The Boyden Cox Mansion, an 1888 Victorian historic landmark but not registered so no restrictions to this fully fenced/gated hobby farm ready for all livestock. 3,600 sq ft remodeled and move in ready!! Many buildings onsite: brick spring house, wood shed, 2-story corn crib, chicken coop with cellar beneath and the large multi-level barn is approximately 2,400 sq ft with electric and water. Located just 3 minutes from NC state line (Sparta) and 3 minutes to the New River boat landing (Independence/Mouth of Wilson). Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains! Plus an additional 330 sq ft above garage has heat/AC and ready to be finished. 8 fireplaces...4 with gas logs on the main floor. Heated tile floors in both bathrooms. Surround sound/intercom system. New smart home system (Control4) and high speed internet!! Some of the updates include: whole house water filteration, humidifier, and air purifier, tankless gas hot water heater, dual-fuel Hvac system, whole house surge protector, 2 mini-splits, 1000 gal propane tank owned, stainless steel kitchen appliances with a free-standing double oven/convection and microwave/convection oven, custom wood shelving in pantry and closets. Large "Eden" style garden...Entire property is organic. The estate also boasts of a huge selection of spring, summer, and fall flowers along with fruit trees and a small vineyard. Full wrap-around porch has been fully replaced and stained. Exterior wood and original metal roof has new paint. Beautiful pond with dock fed by spring house. Listen to the creek across the road. Meet and fellowship with those at the Cox Chapel Community Center during events or host your own event with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It's a great time to buy a historic home during the Celebration of America's 250th Year of Freedom!! Welcome Home!!
For sale
Price increase: $65K (8/24)
$650,000
17 River Bend Rd, Mouth Of Wilson, VA 24363
5beds
3,625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
5.13 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick spring houseWood shedHigh speed internetDual-fuel hvac systemEntire property is organicWhole house surge protector
- 37 days
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pamela Debnam 240-557-8642,
Houwzer Inc 267-765-2080
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2622669
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Microwave, Oven, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,625
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Parking Lot
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Patio, Wrap Around
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Body of water: Pond
Lot
- Size: 5.13 Acres
- Features: Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 71A29
- Zoning description: RF
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Mouth Of Wilson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $249,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,689
- Date on market: 8/23/2026
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $650,000+11.1%$179/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $585,000+3.5%$161/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $565,000+5.6%$156/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $535,000+61.3%$148/sqft |
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| 3/17/2021 | Sold | $331,755-11.5%$92/sqft |
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| 1/6/2021 | Contingent | $375,000$103/sqft |
Source: SWVAR #73714 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2020 | Price change | $375,000-9.6%$103/sqft |
Source: Morton Realty & Auction #73714 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2020 | Price change | $415,000-7.8%$114/sqft |
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| 4/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $450,000$124/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,449 +7.4% | $249,800 |
| 2024 | $1,349 | $249,800 |
| 2023 | $1,349 | $249,800 |
| 2022 | $1,349 +45.6% | $249,800 +59.1% |
| 2021 | $926 | $157,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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