142 Backer Ln Damascus, VA 24236
Estimated payment $2,410/month
Highlights
- River View
- Wood Flooring
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Waterfront
- No HOA
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
Nestled quietly on a dead-end street overlooking the peaceful Laurel Creek River and the Virginia Creeper Trail, this exceptionally well-maintained home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy comfort, privacy, and walkable living in the heart of Damascus! Lovingly cared for and thoughtfully updated by one family since 1975, this property reflects decades of pride of ownership. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room filled with natural light, warm wood floors, and a beautiful stone fireplace with gas logs that creates an inviting place to gather with family and friends. The eat-in kitchen has been impeccably maintained and offers abundant cabinetry, a peninsula with seating for barstools, and room for a large dining table— perfect for everyday meals or celebratory gatherings. Just beyond, the covered back porch provides a peaceful setting to relax and enjoy the soothing sounds of the river below. The main level also features a sizable primary suite with space for a king-sized bed and a private adjoining bath. Two additional bedrooms are comfortably sized and share a large hall bathroom, all updated in neutral colors that feel bright and welcoming. The lower level offers incredible flexibility for recreation, hobbies, a home office, or additional living quarters. A second fireplace anchors the comfortable downstairs living area, creating a cozy atmosphere with room for multiple uses while the basement-level half bath is a practical convenience. An attached two-car garage is a rare and valuable find in downtown Damascus, providing excellent space for parking, bikes, kayaks, outdoor gear, tools, and storage. Outside, the level yard offers room for gardening and entertaining, while the generously sized driveway provides parking for multiple cars. Quietly tucked above the river yet just moments from downtown Damascus and the Virginia Creeper Trail, this home offers a truly special location. of care, space, convenience, and setting rarely become available!
Listing Agent
Holston Realty, Inc Brokerage Phone: 4237938109 License #0225243322 Listed on: 05/14/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,736
Year Built
- Built in 1975
Lot Details
- 17,860 Sq Ft Lot
- Waterfront
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Metal Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,869 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Insulated Windows
- Window Treatments
- River Views
- Laundry in Basement
- Range Hood
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Rhea Valley Elementary School
- Damascus Middle School
- Holston High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heat Pump System
- Baseboard Heating
- Propane
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 43
Map
Tax History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $982 | $228,400 | $30,000 | $198,400 |
| 2024 | $8 | $131,700 | $25,000 | $106,700 |
| 2023 | $790 | $131,700 | $25,000 | $106,700 |
| 2022 | $790 | $131,700 | $25,000 | $106,700 |
| 2021 | $790 | $131,700 | $25,000 | $106,700 |
| 2019 | $740 | $117,400 | $25,000 | $92,400 |
| 2018 | $723 | $114,800 | $25,000 | $89,800 |
| 2017 | $723 | $114,800 | $25,000 | $89,800 |
| 2016 | $676 | $107,300 | $20,000 | $87,300 |
| 2015 | $676 | $107,300 | $20,000 | $87,300 |
| 2014 | $676 | $107,300 | $20,000 | $87,300 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/14/2026 05/14/26 | For Sale | $419,800 | -- | $225 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwest Virginia Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 110105
APN: 172B2-A-43E
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