Rural Retreat in Wythe County- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Mountain Sky Properties

Rural Retreat, located in Wythe County, offers small town charm and a surprising amount of things to do. While located in Wythe County, Rural Retreat cultivates and maintains an identity of its own.

Real estate here offers a nice balance, with the area seeing growth in its median property value while also remaining a remarkably affordable option. From starter homes, to larger properties, to land where you can build your dream home, Rural Retreat has something for everyone. Their employment rate saw an uptick in 2018, and its proximity to Wytheville means jobs are easily accessible.

Amenities and activities are plentiful and diverse. The town is home to Wythe Raceway, a local dirt racetrack that hosts a variety of races and events throughout the year. The recently renovated Rural Retreat Depot, previously a train depot for the tracks running right through town, is a beautiful meeting center that holds numerous events. Davis Valley Winery and Vineyard and Davis Valley Distillery offer a unique experience in this small town. Local shopping can be found in downtown, as well as the Dutch Pantry on the edge of town.

All of this equals a town that is small yet vibrant, and is sure to include the property or home of your dreams. Schedule a showing with a Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Mountain Sky Properties agent in this beautiful community today!

Newest Residential Listings in Rural Retreat

If you are looking for a home with character, you need to see this one. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath, brick home in Rural Retreat, has a lot of the original hardwood flooring, built in hutch and cabinetry, staircase and banister, and some of the original fixtures and doors. The large kitchen has been updated with a tile backsplash and under cabinet lighting, with french doors opening to a private deck. There is a bonus room at the top of the beautiful, original staircase that could be used as a 5th bedroom, office, or play room. On the front of the house, you'll love the covered front porch which is perfect for morning coffee, and for relaxing in the evening. The property also has plenty of storage space with a detached garage and unfinished basement. Call to schedule a time to see everything this home has to offer.

$129,000 Active

317 W Baumgardner Ave Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,635 SqFt 0.390 Acres

Motivated Seller!!!! Beautiful brick home and mini farm on 3+ acres! This home has great space for you and your family! This home is priced well below tax assessment and is ready to be yours! The home is in beautiful condition with hardwood floors, spacious kitchen, amazing woodwork, newer roof and new windows! Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this great piece of property! Location is convenient to both Wythe and Smyth county! Set up your private showing today!

$109,000 U

8434 West Lee Hwy Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,255 SqFt 3.030 Acres

Completely remodeled Colonial Bi-Level home in Rural Retreat. This beautiful home is block construction with new vinyl siding and has mostly new upgrades. These upgrades and improvements include new roofs (to home and detached garage), new flooring throughout the home, replacement windows, complete new kitchen, new doors and locks, new fixtures, 2 new heats pumps (including adding a new heat pump to lower level to replace baseboard heating), stainless steel appliances, and much more. The garage is a detached and oversized 24 x 30 2 car garage, and there is an added bonus in the rear sunroom with ceramic tile flooring and sliding glass windows for fresh air. This home is move in ready NOW and waiting on it's new owners.

$179,000 Active

223 Sunset View Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,376 SqFt 0.460 Acres

Move-in ready home with many recent updates. Updates include a newer metal roof, newer vinyl siding and newer replacement windows. The home features an open floor plan with a spacious living room that leads into the kitchen. In the kitchen you will find custom cabinetry and newer appliances. The master bedroom has been opened up for more space and has its own master suite. You can enjoy the outdoors from the sunroom off the kitchen or from the newly fenced in back yard. The property is close to I-81 and is conveniently located between Marion and Rural Retreat.

$129,900 Active

7719 Lee Highway Rural Retreat, Virginia

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,400 SqFt 0.500 Acres

Completely update Colonial Bi-level home that is MOVE IN READY! Updates include all new flooring, 2 new heat pumps (inside and out), new roof over garage and home, replacement windows, all new kitchen (including cabinets, counters, stainless steel appliances), new bathroom vanities and fixtures) and so much more. The sunroom in the back is a wonderful place to spend the day, and the 2 car, detached garage is a short walk from the paved drive to the home. This home needs nothing but a new owner!

$179,000 Active

223 Sunset Vew Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 2 Baths 2,292 SqFt 0.460 Acres

THIS PRACTICALLY NEW CUSTOM BUILT CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME SITS ON TWO LOTS IN THE SHERWOOD ESTATES SUBDIVISION IN RURAL RETREAT, VA. THE OPEN FLOOR PLAN OFFERS GUEST THE OPPORTUNITY TO MINGLE BETWEEN THE DINING ROOM, KITCHEN AND SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM WITH VAULTED CEILING. THE SPLIT BEDROOM PLAN OFFERS A HUGH MASTER SUITE WITH SITTING AREA AND THE MASTER BATH HAS AN OVERSIZED WALK-IN TILED SHOWER. THE OPPOSITE END OF THE HOME OFFERS TWO BEDROOMS SPLIT BY A FULL BATH. A VERY NICE SIZE LAUNDRY ROOM AND HALF BATH ARE ALSO LOCATED ON THE MASTER SUITE SIDE JUST OFF THE BEAUTIFUL FOYER. SEVERAL AMENITIES INCLUDE GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, CUSTOM CABINETS, FINDISHED HARDWOOD AND TILE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE HOME. PEX PLUMBING SYSTEM, COMPOSITE DECKING, 30 YR SHINGLES, BRICK FRONT PORCH AND SOME STONE IN FRONT AND PART OF COLUMNS.

$329,000 U

269 RICHFIELD STREET Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,030 SqFt 1.520 Acres

Well maintained 3bed 2bath home located on 2 large lots. This home features a large den area with propane heater that will keep you cozy on those cold winter nights. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. In the basement area you have 2 additional finished rooms with another full bath, along with washer and dryer area. This home has vinyl windows throughout, heat pump, and a wood stove in the basement that conveys. Outside you have a concrete driveway, large level extra lot with mature trees, and plenty of room to add on or lets the kids play. This home is located near the town of Rural Retreat and local schools, while still only minutes from I-81. Priced to sell in this market and would make a great first home or if you are looking for a nice place to retire. Call today to see this one!

$129,900 Active

409 Westfield Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,028 SqFt 0.740 Acres

One of Rural Retreats true gems is now being offered. This River Stone home sits on a beautiful corner lot directly across from the high school. With 3Br's 2 full baths, beautiful hardwood floors and oak trim, this home offers a master suite, laundry and sun room all on the first floor. Home has a large kitchen, gas heat, heat pump, and wooden double pained windows the walk up attic is ready to be finished, would be a great studio space. This home is full of character and charm. A true must see.

$189,500 Active

330 Buck Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,978 SqFt 0.540 Acres

Move-in ready 3 bedroom 2 bath home all on one level. All new flooring, new cabinets, new countertops, new vanities, new bath/showers, new paint, new roof & new heat pump. Everything has been done!!! Very spacious with living room, large family room with beautiful wood burning fireplace. Good size bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and one is very large with laundry hookups. Lots of windows to let the natural light in. Great location only minutes to I-81 and 10 minutes to I-77. Large yard, most of it is already fenced. Very large concrete patio in rear. Don't wait, at this price and condition, it should go quick!

$109,000 Pending

7231 W Lee Highway Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,352 SqFt 0.340 Acres

$189,500 Active

330 E Buck Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,978 SqFt 0.540 Acres

Freshly spruced up for a new owner! Take a look at this spacious (1,728sf) four bedroom, two bath doublewide on a new foundation sited on a 0.67 acre lot with long-range views of the valley and the mountains to the west. Amenities include a newer metal roof (~8 years old), new permanent foundation with split-face block, new front porch and back deck, freshly painted interior, new vinyl flooring in kitchen, some new fixtures, new kitchen appliances, spacious yard, and a storage building. Additionally, the home features a large living room AND a large family room. Plenty of space inside and out. Take a look at the photos and schedule your showing today.

$98,500 Active

119 Pine Glade Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,728 SqFt 0.670 Acres

Majestic remodeled 5 bedroom farm house with a hobby farm for animals. Built in the 1930's, but recently renovated and modernized, this massive home has plenty of room for the growing family and space to entertain. The renovations included significant enhancements to the chef's kitchen, bathrooms and living space along with new metal roofing, doors, windows and vinyl siding adding to the maintenance free exterior. Multiple buildings add to the storage capacity, but there's more to see with a large barn with stalls and multiple levels and a cozy cabin for extra guests. A couple of acres fenced-in for livestock comes with a small creek and the large level yard has plenty of room for successful gardening. Bring the produce into the 2nd kitchen to cook, can and store to feed the family and guests. This location, just outside the town limits of Rural Retreat, is close to the lake and other natural resources in the area for recreation and enjoying nature. Call for a showing soon!

$279,000 Active

1164 Cedar Springs Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

5 Beds 2 Baths 2,580 SqFt 2.482 Acres

Newest Land Listings in Rural Retreat

Business Opportunity! Just over 11 acres of accessible land that is ideal for a hotel or restaurant. Great location with high visibility from Interstate 81. Call for more information.

$450,000 Active

TBD Black Lick Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

11.380 Acres

NICE HALF ACRE LOT THAT IS PRICED TO SELL. LOCATED CLOSE TO THE TOWN OF RURAL RETREAT, SHOPPING AND SCHOOLS. ELECTRICITY IS AVAILABLE.

$9,900 Pending

tbd Mt Airy Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.510 Acres

Two nice lots totaling 1.12 acres. Foundation is in place for a home that was started in 2004. Septic and well are in place, and electricity is available. Nice location out in the country, outside of town limits. Great place to build your new home!!

$55,000 Active

TBD Kimberlin Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

1.120 Acres

A level building lot with public water access, less than a mile from Rural Retreat Lake and all the lake amenities. Manufactured homes permitted!

$16,500 Active

TBD Rural Retreat Lake Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.470 Acres

This property has so many possibilities. Could be used as a single family or commercial building site. Septic is already in place. Mostly level and easy access from I81. Call today before this one is gone.

$70,000 Active

TBD W. LEE HWY Rural Retreat, Virginia

2.440 Acres

This property has so many possibilities. Could be used as a single family or commercial building site. Mostly level and easy access from I81. Call today before this one is gone.

$70,000 Active

TBD W. LEE HWY Rural Retreat, Virginia

2.440 Acres

Nice .88 acre lot that is a rare find. Almost all cleared and ready for your new home. Located close to Interstate 81. Call today before this one is gone!

$18,500 Active

TBD Four Seasons RD Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.880 Acres

Convenient lot with Public Water and Sewer available. Priced to sell and with some excavation could make a perfect spot for home or garage.

$8,900 Active

TBD Varnelle Ave Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.200 Acres

An open 52 acre tract ready to farm and build on with beautiful mountain views. Plenty of paved road frontage for good access! This property lays well with some crop land.

$251,500 Active

TBD Lee Hwy Rural Retreat, Virginia

52.400 Acres

This is composed of 4 different lots (35-1-101, 102, 103, and 104), that can be used for a great home site, livestock, horses, or many other things. This land has it all!! Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy great mountain views and crisp, clean air flowing off the beautiful rolling hills of the countryside!! This semi-private area is off of the main roads, but still close to the interstate! There are also many opportunities very close, such as fast food, a grocery store, pharmacy, fuel stops, automotive repair, farmer's market, elementary school, and much, much more!! This particular spot is located almost exactly halfway between Marion and Wytheville. Electricity has already been run along entire road frontage, which makes it easy to route power to the land. Single or Double-Wides welcome, but deed restrictions forbid trailer parks and/or mobile home parks.

$55,000 Active

TBD Ridge Top Dr. Rural Retreat, Virginia

12.604 Acres

11+ acres of commercial development potential property in the town of Rural Retreat. This relatively flat lot has approximately 600' of road frontage and is within the Commercial Zone near other manufacturers and industries. This location, with long range mountain views and overlooking the Rural Retreat community, is approximately 1 mile from I-81 with easy access for commercial vehicles via Main Street and Gienow Road. Rural Retreat is within a hour's drive of Tennessee, North Carolina and West Virginia along the 2 major interstate corridors and is already home to a large plastic industry, a custom horse trailer manufacturer and various agricultural and natural resource providers. Contact the listing agent to see what incentives may be available here for your operation.

$229,000 Active

TBD Gienow Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

11.430 Acres

22.97 acres of open land overlooking Interstate 81 with over 1000' of road frontage. This property has great commercial potential and is priced way below tax assessment. Call today for more information.

$650,000 Active

TBD Black Lick Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

22.970 Acres

Name	Type	Grade Range	Enrollment	Rating
Rural Retreat Elementary School 100 Martha Debord Way, Rural Retreat, VA 24368	public	PK-5	393	9
Rural Retreat High School 321 East Buck Avenue, Rural Retreat, VA 24368	public	9-12	340	6
Rural Retreat Middle School 325 East Buck Avenue, Rural Retreat, VA 24368	public	6-8	271	8

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