Discover this charming starter home or excellent rental at 438 Albemarle Ave SE in Roanoke's desirable Belmont neighborhood! This cozy 2-bed, 1-bath single-family home (built 1953) offers ~719 sq ft on a level 4,716 sq ft lot. Recently updated with beautiful refinished hardwood floors and new exterior doors for better security, efficiency, and curb appeal.Relax on the inviting covered front porch or enjoy the spacious level backyard--perfect for play, gardening, or entertaining. Turnkey with refrigerator and electric range included. Ideal first home for a young family or professional, or a strong income-producing rental in a prime location with easy access to parks, amenities, and more. Great value and convenience!
For sale
$139,950
438 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24013
2beds
719sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$138,400 Zestimate®
$195/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious level backyardInviting covered front porchBeautiful refinished hardwood floors
- 14 days |
- 557 |
- 40 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
BRADLEY VICTOR THOMAS 540-915-3637,
MOUNTAIN VIEW REAL ESTATE LLC 540-904-5424,
WILLIAM ERIC THOMAS 540-580-5250
Source: RVAR,MLS#: 929171
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: E
Bedroom 2
- Level: E
Kitchen
- Level: E
Laundry
- Level: E
Living room
- Level: E
Heating
- Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 719
- Total interior livable area: 719 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 719
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 4021931
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum
Condition
- Completed
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 0 Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Roanoke
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $195/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $81,800
- Annual tax amount: $998
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$138,400
$131,000 - $145,000
$1,187/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $139,950$195/sqft |
Source:  RVAR #929171 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $998 +24.7% | $81,800 +24.7% |
| 2024 | $800 +20.8% | $65,600 +20.8% |
| 2023 | $662 +7.1% | $54,300 +7.1% |
| 2022 | $619 +3.5% | $50,700 +3.5% |
| 2021 | $598 -14.7% | $49,000 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $701 +22.4% | $48,100 +2.6% |
| 2019 | $572 -24.4% | $46,900 -8.9% |
| 2018 | $757 +14.5% | $51,500 |
| 2017 | $661 | $51,500 |
| 2016 | $661 +3.4% | $51,500 |
| 2015 | $639 | $51,500 |
| 2014 | $639 | $51,500 -4.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $53,700 -4.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,100 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $59,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $59,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $59,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $59,700 +2.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $58,000 +21.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $47,900 +8.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $44,300 +11.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $39,600 +9.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $36,300 +4% |
| 2001 | -- | $34,900 |
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Neighborhood: Belmont
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Highland Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10James Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 3/10Patrick Henry High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Morningside
- Middle: John P. Fishwick
- High: Patrick Henry
Source: RVAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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