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    • Price cut: $10K (7/12)
    $589,950

    517 Elmer Ln, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

    3beds
    2,040sqft
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    $3,432/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1990
    20.27 Acres Lot
    $576,600 Zestimate®
    $289/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    One level livingRadiant floor heatingOpen floor planMultiple out buildingsHeat pumpUnique earth sheltered homePassive solar design
    Dream homestead on 20+ private acres near Callaway. Unique earth sheltered home located at the end of a private lane offers one level living, with a loft overlooking the property that is enveloped by hundreds of acres of undeveloped land on 3 sides. Custom built addition in 2009, radiant floor heating with hot water provided by an outdoor wood burning furnace and a heat pump for not quite Winter weather, along with a passive solar design. Home offers an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. Property offers multiple out buildings that have been used for all types of farm animals and is currently fenced and cross-fenced with electric that provides for rotational grazing of cattle. Multiple springs provide water for livestock and the home. An old trailer with an addition, currently used just for storage, represents a second address on the property with it's own power and septic system. Perfect for a future ADU or rental. Fiber internet is now available. This captivating slice of heaven is ready to welcome those seeking peace and ultimate privacy. Don't wait on this one.
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    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#: 928096MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: E
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: E
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: E
      Dining area
      • Level: E
      Eat in kitchen
      • Level: E
      Laundry
      • Level: E
      Living room
      • Level: E
      Heating
      • Heat Pump Electric, Radiant Floor, Wood
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Range
      Features
      • Indirect Lighting, Storage
      • Flooring: Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Wood
      • Doors: Wood
      • Windows: Other - See Remarks, Screens
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Other - See Remarks
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,040
      • Total interior livable area: 2,040 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,040
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 8
      • Parking features: Off Street
      • Uncovered spaces: 8
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Garden Space
      • Fencing: Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Sunrise
      • Waterfront features: Stream
      Lot
      • Size: 20.27 Acres
      • Features: Horses Permitted, Manufac Home Allowed, Cleared, Sloped Down
      Details
      • Parcel number: 057 00172 00
      • Zoning: NZ
      • Horses can be raised: Yes

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type
      Condition
      • Completed
      • Year built: 1990

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 0 Phase
      • Water: Spring
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Passive Solar Heat

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: N/A
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Rocky Mount

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $289/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $324,800
      • Annual tax amount: $1,397
      • Date on market: 6/1/2026

        Estimated market value

        $576,600

        $548,000 - $605,000

        $1,966/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/12/2026Price change$589,950-1.7%$289/sqft
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        6/26/2026Price change$599,950-2.4%$294/sqft
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        6/1/2026Listed for sale$614,950+661.5%$301/sqft
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        2/20/2009Sold$80,750-1.9%$40/sqft
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        10/16/2008Sold$82,300$40/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,397 $324,800
        2024$1,397 +9.4%$324,800 +55.2%
        2023$1,277 $209,300
        2022$1,277 +0%$209,300
        2021$1,277 $209,300
        2020$1,277 +10%$209,300 +10%
        2019$1,161 $190,300
        2018$1,161 $190,300 +15.5%
        2017$1,161 +10.9%$164,800
        2016$1,047 $164,800
        2015$1,047 +17.6%$164,800
        2014$890 --
        2013$890 $164,800
        2012-- --
        2011-- --
        2010-- --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 24151

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Callaway
        • Middle: Ben Franklin Middle
        • High: Franklin County

        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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