
5971 Browntown Rd Front Royal, VA 22630
Highlights
- Barn
- Scenic Views
- Property borders a national or state park
- Private Pool
- 95.43 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
About This Home
As of April 2025Where to begin in describing this unique one-of-a-kind property? There is so much this splendid, unrestricted 95 Acre property has to offer. For starters it is now on the market for the first time in 100 years. The property is mostly wooded with some higher points that could provide higher elevation and views should the new owner want to build another home on the property r subdivide. It is just minutes from town and the entrance to Skyline Drive, but this property remains an oasis of beauty, privacy and solitude. Hikers, hunters and nature lovers will enjoy some established trails through the property (check out the photos). The original log farmhouse was added onto in the early 1900s. Stunning heart of pine and hardwood floors grace the interior. Major improvements were done in 2001 to include new windows in most of the house, siding, updated kitchen, updated electric, creation of a primary suite with full bath and a walk-in closet, metal roof. New septic was installed in 2003. There are phenomenal screened in porches on both sides of the house. There is also a ton of history here as it was at one time the home of Colonel Parker Hitt (a military cryptologist). There is a barn just down from the house. The property is currently in land use but could be taken out of land use and subdivided if desired (buyer to bear cost of back taxes). The property is offered in "as is" condition, but home inspections are welcome. The inground pool was at one time spring fed but needs a complete overhaul or to be drained and filled in or removed ("as is" condition). The rest of the home is on a crawl space. CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS AND CALL FOR A PRIVATE TOUR!!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
ERA Oakcrest Realty, Inc. License #0225081741 Listed on: 03/11/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,297
Year Built
- Built in 1800 | Remodeled in 2001
Lot Details
- 95.43 Acre Lot
- Property borders a national or state park
- Hunting Land
- Rural Setting
- No Through Street
- Private Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Subdivision Possible
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned AGR/UNDDEV 20-99 ACR, AGR/UNDDEV 20-99 ACR - RES
Parking
- Driveway
Property Views
- Scenic Vista
- Woods
- Garden
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Combination Foundation
- Vinyl Siding
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,257 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Private Pool
- Stream or River on Lot
Farming
- Barn
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Water Treatment System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- On Site Septic
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Browntown Road Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 28 107
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.Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Bargain Sale Deed | $1,290,000 | First American Title | |
Gift Deed | -- | Title Insurance |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $774,000 | New Conventional |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/25/2025 04/25/25 | Sold | $1,290,000 | 0.0% | $396 / Sq Ft |
03/16/2025 03/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/11/2025 03/11/25 | For Sale | $1,290,000 | -- | $396 / 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 | $4,596 | $433,400 | $107,400 | $326,000 |
2024 | $4,596 | $867,100 | $541,100 | $326,000 |
2023 | $4,249 | $867,100 | $541,100 | $326,000 |
2022 | $4,985 | $761,000 | $532,100 | $228,900 |
2021 | $1,676 | $761,000 | $532,100 | $228,900 |
2020 | $4,985 | $761,000 | $532,100 | $228,900 |
2019 | $4,985 | $761,000 | $532,100 | $228,900 |
2018 | $4,806 | $728,200 | $532,100 | $196,100 |
2017 | $4,733 | $728,200 | $532,100 | $196,100 |
2016 | $1,826 | $728,200 | $532,100 | $196,100 |
2015 | -- | $728,200 | $532,100 | $196,100 |
2014 | -- | $712,400 | $532,100 | $180,300 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Erika De Azagra
ERA Oakcrest Realty, Inc.
(540) 539-5602
3 in this area
99 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christopher Audino
Keller Williams Realty
(703) 343-3705
7 in this area
82 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAWR2010560

APN: 28-107
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