NOT LISTED FOR SALE

161 W Amber Rd Verona, VA 24482

Estimated Value: $1,215,000 - $1,465,000

6 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,794 Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 12, 2022

Last sale price $1,250,000 $184 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,635/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Ridge View
  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 24.16 Acre Lot
  • Fireplace in Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2022

Stunning 1843 all brick manor home situated on over 24 acres along Lewis Creek w/ solar panels, 175hp diesel generator & access to high-speed internet! Just minutes from Staunton & Harrisonburg this one-of-a-kind property offers historical charm w/ modern conveniences, features & upgrades. Roughly 6,300 finished sqft featuring high ceilings, heart pine floors, 5 fireplaces / 2 woodstoves, multiple family rooms & entertaining spaces, a modern kitchen w/ custom cabinets, covered porches, & a walk-up attic. Farm features include: 2-level multifunctional historic bank barn, converted cattle trough to chicken coop, woolshop, detached garage/machine shed, root cellar, 2 fenced paddocks, 2 steel waterers in barn, 2 cattle waterers in pastures. Establish a homestead lifestyle w/ fresh eggs in the morning, fresh fruit from the 14 fruit trees & berry patch, & veggies from the 40x40 designated garden space while you enjoy the over 800+ saplings mature that were planted in Fall ‘20 through the Conservation program by the VA Dept of Forestry along the creek & pond. Major improvements include but not limited to; replaced 2 of 3 HVAC systems, attic ductwork & insulation, several major appliances, solar panels, exterior & roof paint.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter Laver

Funkhouser Real Estate Group License #0225074493 Listed on: 04/26/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Rogers

Funkhouser Real Estate Group License #0225071528

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,250

Year Built

  • Built in 1843

Lot Details

  • 24.16 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts an easement
  • Poultry Coop
  • Dog Run
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned GA General Agricultural

Property Views

  • Ridge
  • Mountain
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Walkup Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Wood Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary bathroom on main floor
  • Double Vanity
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Green Features
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Heating system powered by active solar

Outdoor Features

  • Pond

Schools

  • Hugh K. Cassell Elementary School
  • S. Gordon Stewart Middle School
  • Fort Defiance High School

Farming

  • Barn
  • Farm

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Run-In Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dual Heating Fuel
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 47-35

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,250

Year Built

Built in 1843

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Type: Detached
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5226
  • Animal: Alpaca/Llama, Chickens, Cows, Domestic Pets, General Livestock, Goats, Horses, Pigs
  • Below Grade Total Sq Ft: 2068
  • Design: A-Frame, Colonial, Contemporary
  • L V T Date: 04/26/2022
  • Nameof Property: Covington Manor Farm
  • Other Acreage: 1
  • Parcel Number: 47-35
  • Pasture Acreage: 18.16
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 183.99
  • Property Excluded: Sycamore Tree will be removed.
  • Property Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Beverage Fridge, Range, Isalnd Drawer Microwave.
  • Total Sq Ft: 7894
  • Total Unfinished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Type of Construction: On Site Built
  • Wooded Acres: 5
  • Zoning: GA General Agricultural
  • Best Use: Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Cattle, Crops, Farming
  • Current Use: Farming/Grazing
  • Subdivision: NONE
  • Comments: Yes
  • Concatenated Rooms1: |Living Roo1|Kitchen1|Mud Room1|Dining Roo1|Foyer1|Laundry1|Full Bath1|Master BTH1|Master BTH1|Sun Room1|Den1|Rec RoomB|Family RooB|BedroomB|Full BathB|LaundryB|OtherB|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|Full Bath2|Bedroom2|
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Unfinished Below Grade Sq Ft: 500
  • Fireplace: Three or More, Wood Stove, Wood Burning
  • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Heated, Inside Access, Outside Entrance, Walk Out, Windows
  • Room 1: Living Room,22.5 x 22.,On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Kitchen,19.4 x 17.,On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Mud Room,14.11 x 11,On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Dining Room,16.7 x 19.,On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Foyer,8.10 x 19.,On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Laundry,11.9 x 6.1,On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Full Bath,6.6 x 6.1,On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Master Bath,16.1 x 18,On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Master Bath,21.4 x 10,On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Sun Room,17.6 x 16,On Level: 1
  • Room 11: Den,15.9 x 19.,On Level: 1
  • Room 12: Rec Room,26 x 19.6,On Level: Basement
  • Room 13: Family Room,34 x 19,On Level: Basement
  • Room 14: Bedroom,15.5 x 15,On Level: Basement
  • Room 15: Full Bath,8 x 7,On Level: Basement
  • Room 16: Laundry,9 x 10,On Level: Basement
  • Room 17: Other,16.6 x 19,On Level: Basement
  • Room 19: Bedroom,7.8 x 11,On Level: 2
  • Room 20: Full Bath,9.3 x 4.9,On Level: 2
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 6794
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5226
  • Basement: Yes
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1568
  • Fireplace Location: Bedroom, Dining Room, Home Office, Living Room
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Kitchen Appliances Feat: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in, Electric Range, Island, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Cabinets Counters: Granite, Wood Cabinets, Wood Counter
  • Land Description: Farm, Gently Rolling, Garden Spot, Landscaped
  • Level: 2 Story
  • Primary Bathroom Main Level: Yes
  • Master Bedon Main Level: Yes
  • Bathrooms: 4.5
  • Below Grade Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Number Beds: 6
  • Number Beds Below Grade: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Room 18: Bedroom,8.6 x 20,On Level: 2
  • Room 21: Bedroom,16.7 x 20,On Level: 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom, Bonus Room, Butler's Pantry, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Full Bath, Half Bath, Home Office, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Rec Room, Sun Room
  • Room Types Level1: Den (L1), Dining Room (L1), Foyer (L1), Full Bath (L1), Kitchen (L1), Laundry (L1), Living Room (L1), Mud Room (L1), Sun Room (L1)
  • Room Types Level2: Bedroom (L2+), Full Bath (L2+)
  • Room Types Level B: Bedroom (LB), Family Room (LB), Full Bath (LB), Laundry (LB), Rec Room (LB)
  • Source of Sq Ft: Public Records

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Farm Features: Barn(s), Chicken Coop, Hay Storage, Paddock, Run-in Shed, Silo
  • Number Of Acres: 24.16
  • Roof: Metal - Other
  • Structure Deck Porch: Patio, Porch - Front, Porch - Side
  • Structure Features: Dual Vanities, MBr Sitting Area, Renovated, Wet Bar, Whirlpool/Jetted Tub, Walk-in Closet, Walk-up attic
  • Structure Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Structure Window Ceiling: 10' Ceilings, 9' Ceilings
  • View: Blue Ridge View, Garden View, Mountain View, Pastoral View
  • Water Property: Pond / Lake, Stream / Creek

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Number of Carport Spaces: 2
  • Unfinished Above Grade Garage: 600
  • Garage Features: Detached, Electricity
  • Number of Car Spaces: 2
  • Total Above Grade Garage: 600

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central AC, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Active Solar, Central Heat, Dual Fuel, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Tank
  • Water: Individual Well

Green Features

  • Green Appliances: Energy Star Certified
  • Green Construction: Blown Insulation
  • Green Cooling: ENERGY STAR Equipment
  • Green Features: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Barn, Dog Run, Easement, Fenced Part, Garden Space, Horses

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1843

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Taxes: 4250

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Fort Defiance
  • Middle School: S. Gordon Stewart
  • Elementary School: Hugh K. Cassell

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2022
Closed on
Jun 21, 2022
Sold by
Covington Kevin B and Lorntz Breyette
Bought by
Suter Blake Michael and Snelling Anastasia Marie
Seller's Agent
Peter Laver
Funkhouser Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Scott Rogers
Funkhouser Real Estate Group
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,373,349

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$123,349
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.84%
Original Mortgage
$930,000
Outstanding Balance
$883,498
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$489,851

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2015
Sold by
Elliott William J
Bought by
Covington Kevin B and Lorntz Breyette

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2008
Sold by
Elliott William J and Elliott Teresa M
Bought by
Elliott William J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$710,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Suter Blake Michael $1,250,000 --
Covington Kevin B $790,000 Attorney
Elliott William J -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Suter Blake Michael $930,000
Previous Owner Covington Kevin B $417,000
Previous Owner Elliott William J $710,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/12/2022 07/12/22 Sold $1,250,000 0.0% $184 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2022 04/26/22 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $184 / Sq Ft
Source: Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $4,853 $1,081,080 $228,200 $852,880
2024 $4,866 $1,083,580 $228,200 $855,380
2023 $4,246 $782,636 $184,900 $597,736
2022 $4,246 $782,636 $184,900 $597,736
2021 $4,246 $782,638 $184,902 $597,736
2020 $4,246 $782,600 $184,900 $597,700
2019 $4,246 $782,600 $184,900 $597,700
2018 $3,919 $735,069 $184,900 $550,169
2017 $3,608 $735,069 $184,900 $550,169
2016 $3,608 $735,069 $184,900 $550,169
2015 $2,890 $1,280,769 $713,800 $566,969
2014 $2,890 $1,280,769 $713,800 $566,969
2013 $2,890 $1,217,700 $713,800 $503,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 629509

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS®

APN: 047-35