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  • $609,900

    281 Light Rd, Winchester, VA 22603

    3beds
    2,618sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1979
    8.46 Acres Lot
    $597,200 Zestimate®
    $233/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    NO HOA/NO RESTRICTIONS! Motivated Sellers! Bring your offers! Main Level Living! POOL! 5 GARAGE SPACES, POLE BARN & MORE! Appraised for $646,000! Ranch-Style Retreat on almost 8.5 Acres in Frederick County, VA, 20 mins. from Winchester! Calling all Homesteaders - your Farmette awaits! This property offers endless possibilities, any type of hobby, gardening, farmette, horses, workshop, mechanic's shop, Artist or spa retreat, work remote, etc. Hunters - wildlife abounds! The sky's the limit! Welcome to your private oasis in the heart of Frederick County! Nestled on over 8 partially wooded acres along peaceful Light Road, this beautifully maintained home (with a heated in-ground swimming pool & several out-buildings) offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Minutes from both historic Winchester and the historic, spa town of Berkeley Springs, WV. Enjoy the best of both worlds—seclusion and accessibility. Dulles and Frederick, MD are 90 minutes, DC and Baltimore -2 hrs. Within 25 minutes of several golf courses and close to Cacapon State Park. Hiking, fishing, canoeing all within 30 minutes or less. Vineyards, antiquing, shopping, dining and entertainment all within 20-40 minutes. So many options for anything that you may want to do. This large lot sees an abundance of deer, turkeys and other wild life. An ideal home for nature lovers, hunters, bird watchers or those seeking space to roam. Inside the home, step into your Mud room entry, to tuck away all of your outerwear, shoes and wet umbrellas. Your country kitchen and large pantry are immediately off of the mud room and garage, so putting groceries away is a snap! The kitchen features plenty of counter area for food prep and the perfect space to share a meal or coffee with family and friends. Off of the kitchen, you'll find a large Dining Room where you may overlook the yard and trees. The perfect spot for your Thanksgiving meal or celebration! Off of the Dining Room and Hall is the gem of the home, a large Family Room featuring a vaulted ceiling with a second access point to the deck, inground pool and beautiful back yard. The fantastic features in this home continue with all bedrooms on the main level. The Owners suite features a spacious bedroom with gleaming hardwood floors, an expansive double closet and shower bath. Adjacent, you'll find a room that is the perfect office. Within that room is a recessed stackable laundry hook-up. That space allows for many options - office space and laundry, office, additional storage/closet space and bathroom expansion. Down the hallway, along the front of the home, you'll find a Linen Closet and two generously sized Bedrooms with easy access to the beautifully updated hall bath . Downstairs features a finished Rec Room and Pellet Stove, a huge work room and storage galore, the laundry area and half bath. *Washer and Dryer in lower Laundry Room are "as-is". The property also includes an attached two-car garage, a detached three-car garage, a spacious pole barn and a 12' x 20' shed (all outside structures have electricity). Outside, the covered deck, open deck and heated inground pool, beckons in Spring, Summer and Fall. The asphalt driveway offers easy access and ample parking for 12+ vehicles, perfect for gatherings or multiple drivers. A true bonus is the solar panel system (fully owned), offering extremely low electric bills and long-term energy savings. Nearby Attractions: Location, location, location! Just minutes away, explore local vineyards and farm markets, or take a short drive to Cacapon Resort State Park—a 6,000-acre gem in the West Virginia mountains offering hiking, mountain biking, a championship golf course, lake swimming, horseback riding, and year-round nature programs. It’s the perfect destination for outdoor recreation and family fun. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle. Peace, privacy, and whatever you would like to make it your own.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 03, 2026 at 01:34am

    Listed by:

    Jennifer Watt 571-458-0609,

    Century 21 Redwood Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAFV2034036MLS Logo

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Basement
    • Description: Percent Finished: 50.0
    • Area: 1300
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Solar On Grid, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Hookup, Main Level
    Features
    • Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Store/Office, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
    • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Heated,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished,Side Entrance,Workshop
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: Pellet Stove
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,268
    • Total interior livable area: 2,618 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,968
    • Finished area below ground: 650

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 15
    • Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Asphalt, Driveway, Attached, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 5
    • Uncovered spaces: 10
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Concrete, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Vinyl, Private
    • Fencing: Back Yard
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Trees/Woods, Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 8.46 Acres
    • Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, Sloped, SideYard(s), Rural, Unknown Soil Type
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 20 1 11
    • Zoning: RA
    • Zoning description: RA
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Horses can be raised: Yes
    • Horse amenities: Horses Allowed

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Combination, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1979

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: On Site Septic
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Phone Connected, Satellite Internet Service, DSL
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Pool/Spa/Equipment

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Winchester
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Winchester

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $233/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $389,700
    • Annual tax amount: $2,377
    • Date on market: 5/14/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Inclusions: All Pool Equipment, Deck Table And Chairs, Pool Table, Chairs And Umbrella, 9'umbrella, Picnic Table, Piano (if Buyer Doesn't Want This, Seller Will Remove), 20 Bags Of Burn Pellets, 2 Tv Wall Mounts (can Be Removed If Buyer Prefers), Satellite Dish, Some Shelving In Garages
    • Exclusions: 4 Wheeler, Mower And Yard Equipment, Anything With A Motor, Stackable Washer & Dryer (washer & Dryer In Basement To Remain)
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Road surface type: Gravel
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    Estimated market value

    $597,200

    $567,000 - $627,000

    $2,248/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    9/9/2025Price change$609,900-1.6%$233/sqft
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    7/31/2025Price change$619,900-1.6%$237/sqft
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    7/1/2025Price change$629,900-1.6%$241/sqft
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    6/6/2025Price change$639,900-1.5%$244/sqft
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    5/14/2025Listed for sale$649,900$248/sqft
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    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,159 $484,300
    2023-- $484,300 +24.3%
    2022$2,377 +134.6%$389,700

    Find assessor info on the county website

    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $3,349/mo
    Principal & interest
    $2923
    Property taxes
    $213
    Home insurance
    $213

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 22603

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      Schools provided by the listing agent
      • Elementary: Gainesboro
      • Middle: Frederick County
      • High: James Wood
      • District: Frederick County Public Schools

      Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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