$525,000
$75K PRICE DROP

487 Skyline Forest Dr Front Royal, VA 22630

Estimated payment $2,994/month

Total Views 80,202
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,150 Sq Ft
$167 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

One-level living on 5 private acres with over 3,100 finished square feet—offering exceptional space both inside and out. This 4-bedroom, 3-full-bath home features a stunning 22x30 family room addition with vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, and gleaming hardwood floors. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, a breakfast bar, and breakfast area—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Main-level laundry adds convenience. The primary suite includes a private bath and large closet, with two additional bedrooms and a full bath completing the main level. Enjoy over 1,000 feet of wraparound decking with gazebo and concrete patio, ideal for outdoor gatherings, plus seasonal mountain views. The freshly painted lower level includes a family room with wet bar, brick hearth fireplace with wood-stove insert, an additional bedroom, full bath, and home office or gym. Oversized 28x28 two-car garage with workshop/storage area, ample driveway space, and room for additional parking. Peaceful country setting close to the Shenandoah River, Andy Guest State Park, hiking trails, wineries, and more. Approximately 1.5 miles to Skyline Drive and just 8 minutes to town conveniences. All paved roads with easy access. Roof is 10 years old.

Listing Agent

Ken Evans

(540) 635-4900 workwithremax@gmail.com RE/MAX Real Estate Connections Brokerage Phone: 5406354900 License #0225063595 Listed on: 01/24/2026

RE/MAX Real Estate Connections

Co-Listing Agent

Donna Evans

(540) 635-4900 workwithremax@gmail.com RE/MAX Real Estate Connections Brokerage Phone: 5406354900 License #0225212982

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,349

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot

HOA Fees

  • $33 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 8 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Permanent Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Flue
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Association fees include snow removal, road maintenance
  • Skyline Forest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Assessor Parcel Number 37-C-1-5

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,349

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

5 Acres

HOA Fees

$33 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Stove
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Stove - Wood, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Flue For Stove, Insert, Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Connecting Stairway, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3150
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3150
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 275.59
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1905
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1245
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1245
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 10
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Wood
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Wood Burn Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Exists
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 400.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 5.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 217800.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s)
  • Zoning: A
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2349.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 37-C-1-5
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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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
2026 $2,350 $490,500 $90,000 $400,500
2025 $2,350 $490,500 $90,000 $400,500
2024 $2,474 $466,800 $114,800 $352,000
2023 $2,287 $466,800 $114,800 $352,000
2022 $2,249 $343,400 $105,000 $238,400
2021 $2,249 $343,400 $105,000 $238,400
2020 $2,249 $343,400 $105,000 $238,400
2019 $2,249 $343,400 $105,000 $238,400
2018 $2,077 $314,700 $100,000 $214,700
2017 $2,046 $314,700 $100,000 $214,700
2016 $1,951 $314,700 $100,000 $214,700
2015 -- $314,700 $100,000 $214,700
2014 -- $297,100 $100,000 $197,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Price Changed $525,000 -4.5% $167 / Sq Ft
03/06/2026 03/06/26 Price Changed $550,000 -8.3% $175 / Sq Ft
01/24/2026 01/24/26 For Sale $599,900 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Ken Evans

RE/MAX Real Estate Connections

(540) 590-5172

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Ken Evans is a trusted full-service Realtor® with 23+ years of experience helping buyers and sellers navigate the Front Royal and Shenandoah Valley real estate markets. A lifetime resident of Front Royal, Ken brings unmatched hyper-local knowledge, deep community roots, and long-standing relationships with builders, contractors, lenders, and remodeling professionals—giving his clients an advantage from day one.

Ken specializes in residential real estate, new construction, land sales,

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAWR2013218

Bright MLS

APN: 37C-1-5

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