160 Brushy Mountain Rd, Rural Retreat, VA, 24368
About This Home
Step into a rare blend of historic character and sophisticated modern craftsmanship in this Traditional/Federal-style estate, originally built in 1845 and thoughtfully expanded in 2009–2010. Every addition was meticulously designed to mirror the home’s original architectural details, resulting in a seamless integration of old-world charm and contemporary comfort across nearly 8,000 square feet of living space. Offering 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, the home provides exceptional flexibility for families, guests, and long-term visitors. A complete mother-in-law suite adds valuable independent living space with privacy and comfort, ideal for multigenerational living, extended stays, or premium guest accommodations. Inside, 10-foot ceilings and ten fireplaces with gas logs create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. Light flows through insulated windows fitted with plantation shutters. Modern systems include geothermal heating & cooling, a standing seam metal roof & propane generator
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1845
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal,Traditional
- Property subType: Detached
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer/Electric,Microwave,Other - See Remarks,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Purifier Owned,Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt Floor
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas Logs/Vented,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: None
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 7,996
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Geothermal
- Cooling features: Geothermal
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,996
- Total interior livable area: 7,996 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 367A
Features
- Levels: Two or More
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony,Storage
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 6.07 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Triple Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,405 | $112,860 |
| Home Insurance * | $931 | $11,172 |
| Property Taxes | $772 | $9,264 |
| Electricity | $770 | $9,242 |
| Total | $11,878 | $142,536 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Price change | $1,860,000 |
| 2025-12-03 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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