
438 Devils Backbone Overlook Stephenson, VA 22656
Stephenson NeighborhoodHighlights
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Wooded Lot
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 5.21 Acre Lot
- Rambler Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2025WELCOME HOME TO A SPECIAL PLACE WHERE MEMORIES ARE MADE! RELAXING RETREAT ON 5 ACRES WITH A SPECTACULAR, ONE-OF-A-KIND CUSTOM HOME. A contemporary rancher with more than 2,500 square feet, 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Near Winchester and commuter convenient to Rt. 7 and I-81 - but so restful and inviting that you'll never want to leave! You can even bring the critters - horses, cows, sheep and chickens are allowed! All on one level. Unique, one-owner home that a builder lovingly crafted for his family. Spectacular stone front. Beautiful grounds with a landscaped front lawn and woods in the back. Sweeping circular driveway and a tarmac that could accommodate a 25x40 garage. The back yard offers a firepit area with benches; a colorful playhouse with a loft, electricity and insulation; and a playset with swings, sandbox and a slide. A meandering path through the woods leads to a camping spot with a seasonal stream. Spacious rooms throughout with hardwood, tile and luxury plan vinyl floors. Elegant entry foyer with tile floor, crown molding, chair rail and shadow box. Hallway with curved wall and framed areas for hanging photos. Great room with a 12-foot cathedral ceiling, dramatic stone fireplace with a hearth and mantle, and built-in cabinets with counter space for books and displaying artwork. A bay window with a space for plants. Beautiful family room with wood paneling, 10-foot ceiling, stone wall, Scandinavian wood stove, TV nook and built-in counters for computers could double as an office/library. There's a window seat and hooks for coats and jackets in the nearby hall. The roomy kitchen is bright and cheerful with skylights, pendant lights and a 5-foot garden window over the double sink. Cozy dining area. Stainless steel appliances. Shaker-style natural hickory cabinets, including some with glass fronts for displaying dishes and glassware. Sliding doors off the great room and kitchen lead to a 16x48 deck that overlooks the woods. The primary bedroom suite has two walk-in closets, a built-in queen-size bed and an elegant primary bath with tiled walls, oval window, double-sink vanity and walk-in shower with two shower heads. Separate laundry room with shelves. Attached storage room plus two large sheds with electricity. Raised garden beds. The house is served by a 2-zone heat pump and a 3-bedroom, gravity-flow conventional septic. The community offers access to Opequon Creek for swimming and kayaking.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
ERA Oakcrest Realty, Inc. License #WV0021378 Listed on: 04/27/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,998
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- 5.21 Acre Lot
- Landscaped
- Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Property is zoned RA
HOA Fees
- $46 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Permanent Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Architectural Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,560 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Sliding Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Dining Area
- Storage Room
- Crawl Space
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Electric Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer
Parking
- 8 Parking Spaces
- 8 Driveway Spaces
- Circular Driveway
Schools
- Jordan Springs Elementary School
- James Wood Middle School
- James Wood High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Gravity Septic Field
- On Site Septic
- Septic Equal To The Number Of Bedrooms
Community Details
- Association fees include road maintenance, snow removal
- Opequon Ridge Iii Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 23
- Assessor Parcel Number 45 9 3 23
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Stephenson, VA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $625,000 | Chicago Title |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $593,750 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $15,216 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $159,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/28/2025 05/28/25 | Sold | $625,000 | 0.0% | $244 / Sq Ft |
04/27/2025 04/27/25 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $244 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $999 | $472,100 | $133,000 | $339,100 |
2024 | $999 | $391,800 | $114,500 | $277,300 |
2023 | $1,998 | $391,800 | $114,500 | $277,300 |
2022 | $1,888 | $309,500 | $106,400 | $203,100 |
2021 | $1,888 | $309,500 | $106,400 | $203,100 |
2020 | $1,744 | $285,900 | $106,400 | $179,500 |
2019 | $1,744 | $285,900 | $106,400 | $179,500 |
2018 | $1,582 | $259,300 | $106,800 | $152,500 |
2017 | $1,556 | $259,300 | $106,800 | $152,500 |
2016 | $1,457 | $242,800 | $94,100 | $148,700 |
2015 | $1,360 | $242,800 | $94,100 | $148,700 |
2014 | $644 | $232,700 | $94,100 | $138,600 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Teresa Strohmeyer
ERA Oakcrest Realty, Inc.
(540) 450-1215
4 in this area
229 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jason Secrest
Coldwell Banker (NRT-Southeast-MidAtlantic)
(703) 650-9436
1 in this area
69 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAFV2033296

APN: 459-3-23
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