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    • Price cut: $204K (5/8)
    $995,000

    491 Washington St, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

    5beds
    3,600sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1837
    0.64 Acres Lot
    $940,900 Zestimate®
    $276/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Three fireplacesVictorian architectureHistoric all brick homePlenty of off-street parkingUpdated kitchenWide rocking chair porchPeaceful outdoor spaces
    OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026 FROM 1 PM TO 3 PM. The Olde White House Inn at 491 Washington St. in Harpers Ferry was built by the Federal government in 1837 and was known as Armory dwelling #135. The house is an excellent example of Victorian architecture with a wide rocking chair porch. This historic all brick home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, and 3,455 sq ft of beautifully maintained living space, this home is truly one-of-a-kind—perfect as a primary residence, weekend retreat, or income-producing investment in one of West Virginia’s most sought-after destinations. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, three fireplaces, and a stunning blend of historic charm and modern upgrades. The updated kitchen and renovated bathrooms provide today’s convenience without sacrificing period character. Most furniture conveys, allowing for an easy turnkey transition. Outdoor living is exceptional with plenty of off-street parking (a rarity in Harpers Ferry) and a detached oversized one-car garage for additional storage or hobby space. Enjoy peaceful outdoor spaces and the convenience of being within walking distance to historic downtown Harpers Ferry, the National Park, shops, restaurants, hiking trails, and the rivers. This property has been lovingly maintained and is in excellent condition, offering an unmatched combination of history, space, location, and opportunity. All personal property conveys (except leather living room furniture). The property includes an additional lot with a structure already in place—ready for completion, offering tremendous potential for a guest house, studio, workshop, or future investment unit (buyer to verify permitted uses).
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Trish Sanderson 304-671-8181,

    Crestar Realty LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: WVJF2020674MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 364 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 X 28
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Window Treatments
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 X 16
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 15
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 X 16
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 15
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 66 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 X 11
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 55 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5 X 11
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 70 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7 X 10
      Bathroom 3
      • Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
      • Level: Upper
      Breakfast room
      • Features: Flooring - Slate, Granite Counters, Breakfast Room, Crown Molding, Chair Rail
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 12
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 X 14
      Foyer
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 20
      Other
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 77 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7 X 11
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Chair Rail, Granite Counters, Crown Molding, Flooring - Slate, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 272 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16 X 17
      Library
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Built-in Features, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 X 14
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Window Treatments
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 320 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20 X 16
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Oven, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Water Conditioner - Owned, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Disposal, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Slate, Wood
      • Doors: Insulated, Storm Door(s)
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Dirt Floor
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,600
      • Total interior livable area: 3,600 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,600
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Driveway, Private, Detached, On Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Deck
      • Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Wood,Decorative
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Garden, Street, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 0.64 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Has additional parcels: Yes
      • Parcel number: 05 2014600000000
      • Zoning: 101
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stone, Brick, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1837
      • Major remodel year: 2016

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Harpers Ferry
      • Municipality: Harpers Ferry

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $276/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $428,200
      • Annual tax amount: $10,702
      • Date on market: 12/1/2025
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,USDA Loan,Conventional,Cash
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Road surface type: Black Top

        Estimated market value

        $940,900

        $894,000 - $988,000

        $3,978/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/8/2026Price change$995,000-17%$276/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #WVJF2020674 Report a problem
        12/1/2025Listed for sale$1,199,000+57.8%$333/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #WVJF2020674 Report a problem
        3/27/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Bright MLS #WVJF140582 Report a problem
        3/26/2021Sold$760,000-3.2%$211/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        2/17/2021Pending sale$785,000$218/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #WVJF140582 Report a problem
        2/8/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Bright MLS #WVJF140582 Report a problem
        11/15/2020Pending sale$785,000$218/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Sterling Realty #WVJF140582 Report a problem
        10/30/2020Listed for sale$785,000+48.1%$218/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Sterling Realty #WVJF140582 Report a problem
        3/25/2016Sold$529,900$147/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        2/1/2016Pending sale$529,900$147/sqft
        Source: Greentree Associates of Shepherdstown Inc. #JF8664703 Report a problem
        8/12/2015Price change$529,900-3.6%$147/sqft
        Source: Greentree Associates of Shepherdstown Inc. #JF8664703 Report a problem
        6/12/2015Listed for sale$549,900$153/sqft
        Source: Greentree Associates of Shepherdstown, Inc. #JF8664703 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$10,977 +11.9%$428,200 +13.4%
        2024$9,813 +0.4%$377,600
        2023$9,775 -8.5%$377,600 +8.4%
        2022$10,678 $348,200 +34.3%
        2021-- $259,300 -0.7%
        2020-- $261,100 +1.6%
        2019$3,346 +1.6%$256,900 +2.8%
        2018$3,293 -0.7%$249,900 -0.7%
        2017$3,315 +24%$251,600 +23.2%
        2016$2,673 +19.9%$204,300 +20.6%
        2015$2,230 +4.6%$169,400 +4.4%
        2014$2,132 -16.6%$162,300 +1.8%
        2013$2,557 $159,500 -7.5%
        2012$2,557 +21.3%$172,500 +2.1%
        2011$2,108 -17.6%$168,900 -20%
        2010$2,557 -8.4%$211,200 -12%
        2009$2,793 -17%$240,100 -16.4%
        2008$3,365 -2.4%$287,200
        2007$3,449 +60.6%$287,200 +78.2%
        2006$2,148 -3.5%$161,200 -0.3%
        2005$2,227 $161,640 +48.8%
        2004-- $108,660
        2003-- $108,660
        2002-- $108,660
        2001-- $108,660
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 25425

        Getting around

        45 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        20 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: Jefferson County Schools

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