Charming, timeless, and full of character — this beautifully maintained 1927 cottage-style home is perched on approximately one acre & tucked against a peaceful wooded backdrop just over 2 miles from the scenic Chessie Trail. From the moment you arrive, this home welcomes you with warmth and personality. Offering the convenience of one-level living with a primary bedroom on the main floor, plus two additional bedrooms upstairs, the layout is ideal for first-time buyers, retirees, or anyone seeking a home with charm and functionality. Inside, you’ll find updated kitchen and bath spaces, hardwood floors, inviting living areas filled with character. Step outside to the large covered back porch, perfect for grilling, relaxing, and enjoying the seasons ahead. Conveniently located just minutes from historic downtown Lexington, VMI, and Washington & Lee University, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy and accessibility. A spacious detached shed provides endless possibilities for a workshop, studio, storage space, or the perfect “she shed.” Not too big, not too small — this home truly feels just right.
Pending
$265,000
378 Forest Grove Rd, Lexington, VA 24450
3beds
1,247sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
1.05 Acres Lot
$268,700 Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious detached shedLarge covered back porchHardwood floorsUpdated kitchen
- 29 days |
- 698 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
CHARITY COX 540-294-5682,
LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE INC STAUNTON/WAYNESBORO
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 677317
Originating MLS: Greater Augusta Association of Realtors Inc
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Primary Downstairs, Remodeled
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Tilt-In Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,247
- Total interior livable area: 1,247 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,247
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Mature Trees/Landscape
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Private, Wooded
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 62111A & 62111D
- Zoning description: A-2 Agricultural General
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Stucco
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural,Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Conventional Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Dead Bolt(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $213/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $184,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,162
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
Estimated market value
$268,700
$255,000 - $282,000
$1,362/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Pending sale | $265,000$213/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+47.3%$213/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/30/2021 | Sold | $179,900+3.4%$144/sqft |
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| 2/9/2021 | Pending sale | $174,000$140/sqft |
Source: Flint Realty LLC #135569 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2020 | Listed for sale | $174,000+64.9%$140/sqft |
Source: Flint Realty LLC #135569 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/1999 | Sold | $105,500$85/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,125 | $184,500 |
| 2023 | -- | $184,500 |
| 2022 | -- | $184,500 +46.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $126,100 |
| 2020 | -- | $126,100 |
| 2018 | -- | $126,100 |
| 2017 | $930 | $126,100 -0.3% |
| 2016 | $930 | $126,500 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 24450
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mountain View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Maury River Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 6/10Rockbridge County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central (Rockbridge)
- Middle: Rockbridge
- High: Rockbridge
Source: CAAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Virginia
- Rockbridge County
- Buena Vista
- 24450
- 378 Forest Grove Rd





