$350,000
SOLD FEB 26, 2021

196 Old Browntown Rd Front Royal, VA 22630

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,919 Sq Ft
2.09 Acres

Recently Sold

$182 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

223 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.09 Acre Lot
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Near a National Forest
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2025

Priced under market value tax assessment! Park-like two lots convey with this 1,900 sq ft finished four bedroom/2 bath brick rambler w/ screened-in porch. Plus it's in BELMONT and BORDERING SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK! Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, breakfast nook, picture windows, screened porch!FROM SELLER: Things I Love about the House and Living Here--It is such a great location: so convenient to town, yet much of our property is directly bordered by the Shenandoah National Park.You can walk to the bottom of the driveway, and there is a very short connection right to a hiking trail in the National Park. The property is the last house on a dead-end street, and the house is set back off the main road a good distance on a hill, which adds to the wonderful privacy, peace, and quiet of the location.The house is in part of an old well established, very safe neighborhood that boasts many wonderful, friendly neighbors. Every season here has its charm and beauty. Spring is spectacular with everything bursting into bloom (flowers, flowering trees and shrubs, so beautiful) and miraculously everything goes from brown and bare to glorious green and lush. Awesome fragrances take turns filling the air. I especially love the property in late spring and summer right after the lawn has been mowed and trimmed, you feel like you are living in your own private park. The fall is gorgeous with a huge old oak and many maple trees in the yard, and the property is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In winter, a gentle winter snow can cover everything in white creating a beautiful winter wonderland. I love the constant parade of wildlife. I especially enjoy the birds.I appreciate the floor plan of the house, very efficient, open, single level living with washer and dryer on the main level, but with great rec room area and ample storage in the full basement.The house has lots of windows and very high ceilings, so it feels very spacious.I love the hardwood floors and hot water baseboard heat that gives such an even heat and keeps the floors nice and warm. But there is also the alternative or backup heat pump that is perfect for when it is not too cold.This house and property has been filled with lots of Love and wonderful energy just waiting to welcome the new owners who will love and enjoy it as much as I have.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Waller

Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc. License #0225228276 Listed on: 05/29/2020

Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Wanda Himes

The Himes Group, LLC License #0225032117

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,517

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 2.09 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • No Through Street
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • Off-Site Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Chair Railings
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Flood Lights

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Back Up Oil Heat Pump System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot
  • Screened Patio

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Belmont Subdivision
  • Near a National Forest

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29A 1 7

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,517

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Accessibility Features: Entry Slope <1'
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Priced under market value tax assessment! Park-like two lots convey with this 1,900 sq ft finished four bedroom/2 bath brick rambler w/ screened-in porch. Plus it's in BELMONT and BORDERING SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK! Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, breakfast nook, picture windows, screened porch!FROM SELLER: Things I Love about the House and Living Here--It is such a great location: so convenient to town, yet much of our property is directly bordered by the Shenandoah National Park.You can walk to the bottom of the driveway, and there is a very short connection right to a hiking trail in the National Park. The property is the last house on a dead-end street, and the house is set back off the main road a good distance on a hill, which adds to the wonderful privacy, peace, and quiet of the location.The house is in part of an old well established, very safe neighborhood that boasts many wonderful, friendly neighbors. Every season here has its charm and beauty. Spring is spectacular with everything bursting into bloom (flowers, flowering trees and shrubs, so beautiful) and miraculously everything goes from brown and bare to glorious green and lush. Awesome fragrances take turns filling the air. I especially love the property in late spring and summer right after the lawn has been mowed and trimmed, you feel like you are living in your own private park. The fall is gorgeous with a huge old oak and many maple trees in the yard, and the property is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In winter, a gentle winter snow can cover everything in white creating a beautiful winter wonderland. I love the constant parade of wildlife. I especially enjoy the birds.I appreciate the floor plan of the house, very efficient, open, single level living with washer and dryer on the main level, but with great rec room area and ample storage in the full basement.The house has lots of windows and very high ceilings, so it feels very spacious.I love the hardwood floors and hot water baseboard heat that gives such an even heat and keeps the floors nice and warm. But there is also the alternative or backup heat pump that is perfect for when it is not too cold.This house and property has been filled with lots of Love and wonderful energy just waiting to welcome the new owners who will love and enjoy it as much as I have.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Screened Porch
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 3838
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1919
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 195.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1919
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1919
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1919
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 196

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Flood Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Access - Above Grade
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Type Of Parking: Off Site

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Heat Pump(s), Heat Pump - Oil Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available, Under Ground
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138896388
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.09
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 91040.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 19738812
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2517.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29A 1 7
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 02/26/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Bremus Revocable Trust and Bremus Christopher W
Bought by
Rogers Tulsi and Rogers Audrey
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Herrewig
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
Buyer's Agent
Eric Diello
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-6.62%
Views
231

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.58%
Original Mortgage
$430,565
Outstanding Balance
$430,565
Interest Rate
6.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$125,497

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2021
Sold by
Bremus Christopher W and Bremus Micki Fae
Bought by
Bremus Christopher W and Bremus Micki F

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2020
Closed on
Feb 23, 2021
Sold by
Zunka John W and Zunka Criag
Bought by
Bremus Christopher W and Bremus Micki Fae
Seller's Agent
Beth Waller
Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.
Buyer's Agent
Wanda Himes
The Himes Group, LLC
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-6.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.09%
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $550,000 Stewart Title
Gift Deed -- None Available
Deed $350,000 Commonwealth Land Ttl Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $430,565 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $550,000 -2.7% $287 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Price Changed $565,000 -1.7% $294 / Sq Ft
03/27/2025 03/27/25 Price Changed $575,000 -2.4% $300 / Sq Ft
03/15/2025 03/15/25 For Sale $589,000 0.0% $307 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $589,000 +68.3% $307 / Sq Ft
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Sold $350,000 -6.7% $182 / Sq Ft
01/07/2021 01/07/21 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2020 12/01/20 For Sale $375,000 +7.1% $195 / Sq Ft
11/30/2020 11/30/20 Off Market $350,000 -- --
10/06/2020 10/06/20 For Sale $375,000 0.0% $195 / Sq Ft
09/16/2020 09/16/20 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2020 05/29/20 For Sale $375,000 -- $195 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $2,799 $528,200 $115,000 $413,200
2024 $2,799 $528,200 $115,000 $413,200
2023 $2,588 $528,200 $115,000 $413,200
2022 $2,518 $384,400 $100,000 $284,400
2021 $2,518 $384,400 $100,000 $284,400
2020 $2,518 $384,400 $100,000 $284,400
2019 $2,518 $384,400 $100,000 $284,400
2018 $2,327 $352,600 $100,000 $252,600
2017 $2,292 $352,600 $100,000 $252,600
2016 $2,186 $352,600 $100,000 $252,600
2015 -- $352,600 $100,000 $252,600
2014 -- $333,500 $100,000 $233,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAWR140306

Bright MLS

APN: 29A 1 7