




153 Forest Ave, Pennington Gap, VA, 24277
About This Home
Welcome to 153 Forest Avenue in Pennington Gap, VA -- a well-kept brick home offering single-level living, generous storage, and a beautiful .66-acre setting. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home features approximately 1,650 finished square feet on the main level, plus a spacious unfinished basement of approximately 1,100 square feet, giving you excellent flexibility for storage, workshop space, hobby use, or future possibilities. Inside, the home offers a comfortable layout with updated flooring, a renovated kitchen, and warm wood trim details that add character throughout. The kitchen has been refreshed with attractive cabinetry, modern pulls, updated flooring, and a functional layout that opens toward the adjoining living spaces. The primary bedroom includes its own en suite bath, highlighted by a tiled shower with wheelchair-accessible features and laundry closet contained within the suite. A second bedroom and full bath complete the main-level. Outdoor space is a major highlight. Enjoy the covered front porch, side patio, and a wide lawn with room to garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the mountain-town setting. The property also includes a one-car garage, detached two-car carport, and multiple storage buildings, giving you plenty of room for vehicles, tools, lawn equipment, and recreational items. With brick construction, a metal roof, covered parking, and a large unfinished basement, this home offers a strong combination of charm, utility, and everyday convenience.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Above Average
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Workshop
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Master Downstairs,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Luxury Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,750
- Total interior livable area: 1,650 sqft
Master Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Handicap Modified
Details
- Parcel number: 23e(38)Bk3,6,7
- Zoning: Residential
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Patio,Porch
- Topography of land: Sloped
Lot
- Lot size: 0.65 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: See Acreage
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage,Carport
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 4
- Carport: Yes
- Carport 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
- Inland Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Hail
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Wildfire
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 | $1,056 | $12,672 |
| Home Insurance * | $188 | $2,256 |
| Property Taxes | $123 | $1,476 |
| Electricity | $202 | $2,433 |
| Total | $1,569 | $18,828 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-25 | Listed for sale | $209,000 |
