This is a rustic, log home retreat only minutes from town! Tucked away on a private, wooded lot, this custom log home is the perfect blend of country charm and modern comfort. A newly added guest suite on the lower level adds flexibility, while the spacious rec/media room offers endless possibilities for entertainment or relaxation. It features a welcoming front porch, living room with vaulted ceilings and a cozy gas stove, kitchen with a double sink, prep sink, tile countertops, and a bright breakfast area, and primary bedroom, office and laundry room on the main level! A large, expansive deck has privacy and space for outdoor entertaining. Designed for year-round comfort, the home features two heat pumps (5-ton & 3-ton) and six ceiling fans. A deep 430-ft Fenton-drilled well ensures a strong, reliable water source. With some TLC on the exterior, the charm of this home and convenient location is hard to beat!
For sale
$575,000
4230 Fortress Dr, Blacksburg, VA 24060
4beds
3,710sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,627/mo
Detached
Built in 2003
2.01 Acres Lot
$554,900 Zestimate®
$155/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Custom log homeRustic log home retreatBright breakfast areaPrivate wooded lotWelcoming front porchCozy gas stovePrep sink
- 34 days |
- 1,802 |
- 81 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jay Mandell 540-599-4070,
Mandell Real Estate Group,
Sandy Kennedy 540-505-2623,
Mandell Real Estate Group
Source: New River Valley AOR,MLS#: 427990
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1336
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Two Zone
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer/Electric, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Storage, Guest Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs, Custom Features, Decorator Touches
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full,Garage Door,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,036
- Total interior livable area: 3,710 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,700
- Finished area below ground: 1,010
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Single Under, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two or More
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 2.01 Acres
- Features: Part Cleared, Secluded, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 036157
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log
- Property subtype: Detached
Materials
- Log
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
Location
- Region: Blacksburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $155/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $67,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,452
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
Estimated market value
$554,900
$527,000 - $583,000
$3,315/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000-10.2%$155/sqft |
Source:  New River Valley AOR #427990 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listing removed | $640,000$173/sqft |
Source: New River Valley AOR #423349 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Price change | $640,000-0.8%$173/sqft |
Source: New River Valley AOR #423349 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $645,000+43.7%$174/sqft |
Source: New River Valley AOR #423349 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2015 | Listing removed | $449,000$121/sqft |
Source: LONG & FOSTER - NEW RIVER VALLEY #314414 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2014 | Listed for sale | $449,000+1220.6%$121/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #314414 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2001 | Sold | $34,000$9/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $62 -87.9% | $67,700 |
| 2024 | $508 +795.5% | $67,700 |
| 2023 | $57 -21.3% | $67,700 +25.1% |
| 2022 | $72 -85% | $54,100 |
| 2021 | $481 +567.9% | $54,100 +567.9% |
| 2020 | $72 +1398.8% | $8,100 |
| 2019 | $5 -99.9% | $8,100 -98.2% |
| 2018 | $3,904 | $438,600 |
| 2017 | $3,904 | $438,600 |
| 2016 | $3,904 | $438,600 |
| 2015 | $3,904 -5.8% | $438,600 -5.8% |
| 2014 | $4,142 -99% | $465,400 |
| 2013 | $414,206 +10129.9% | $465,400 |
| 2012 | $4,049 +16% | $465,400 |
| 2011 | $3,491 +4.2% | $465,400 |
| 2010 | $3,349 +4.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $3,213 | -- |
| 2008 | $3,213 +12.7% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,851 +25.3% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,276 +10.4% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,060 | -- |
| 2004 | $2,060 +779.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $234 -4.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $245 +9.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $224 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Jefferson Forest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Gilbert Linkous Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 8/10Blacksburg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 8/10Blacksburg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gilbert Linkous
- Middle: Blacksburg
- High: Blacksburg
- District: Montgomery County
Source: New River Valley AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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