Rural Retreat

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

Here's a spacious 4BR, 2BA doublewide with 1,782 of living space on 1.25 acres. New metal roof, fresh paint, nice porches on both the front and the back of the house with the front having a wheelchair accessible ramp, heat pump, propane fireplace and wall monitor, and more. Lots to see here. Take a look at the photos and schedule your appointment today.

$139,900 Active

248 Myrtle Lane Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,782 SqFt 1.250 Acres

Here's a spacious 4BR, 2BA doublewide with 1,782 of living space on 1.25 acres. New metal roof, fresh paint, nice porches on both the front and the back of the house with the front having a wheelchair accessible ramp, heat pump, propane fireplace and wall monitor, and more. Lots to see here. Take a look at the photos and schedule your appointment today.

$139,900 Active

248 Myrtle Lane Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,782 SqFt 1.250 Acres

Looking to purchase your first home or investment property in Rural Retreat town limits? This may be the property you have been looking for. The home has 2 - 3 bedrooms depending on your preference, 1 bath, living room, dining room and full unfinished basement. The property is .46 acre corner lot which includes a nice extra level lot with road frontage. You could contact the town office to see if there is enough road frontage for a possible new construction. Also located on the property is a large outbuilding for storage and privacy fence on the back of the lot. With a little TLC and a few updates bring this 1939 home back to life to enjoy as your primary residence or excellent rental property. Great in-town location close to schools, shopping, places of worship and within 2 miles to access I81.

414 Greever Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 1 Baths 910 SqFt 0.460 Acres

Welcome home to your beautiful 3 bed/3 bath home in the heart of Rural Retreat, blocks from schools, shopping, and restaurants. House has a great open floor plan from the kitchen to the living room, spacious master bedroom, laundry area and mud room. This completely renovated house has, refinished hardwood floors, new paint all new appliances, newly painted cabinets, new fixtures throughout, and walk in closets. Outside you have a large backyard, one car garage with work shop area, two driveways, and two porches. Don't miss this one, set up your private showing now!

$227,500 Active

217 E Buck Ave Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,800 SqFt 0.250 Acres

3 BR, 1 BA Home For Sale In Rural Retreat, VA. This 1338 sq. ft. home has lots to offer with recent upgrades including newer paint & laminate wood floors. The bathroom & kitchen were renovated in 2021.The nice size eat-in kitchen offers granite counter tops, ample new cherry cabinets, new laminate wood floor & newer appliances. Bathroom upgrades include new vanity, tub with surround, lighting, fixtures and toilet. The upper level offers space for an office or den, large bedroom with sitting area and lots of closet space for storage. The basement with an inside/outside entry allows for additional storage, canning room with shelving and laundry. Enjoy outside gatherings or watching the sunset from the cover deck. Other upgrades to the home include new tilt windows, vinyl siding and a new roof in 2013. This home is situated on a 0.9-acre level lot offering a garden plot, barn for additional storage and beautiful views.

$210,000 Active

623 Main St. Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 1 Baths 1,338 SqFt 0.900 Acres

Nice, well-maintained 3 Bed, 2 Bath brick ranch home sitting on 2.292 acres. The acreage features a large yard and possible locations for a garden or other outdoor activities. There is an attached 1 car garage and a large detached 30x32 cinderblock garage/shop. The home features a heat pump as well as an oil furnace and a wood-stove. Replacement windows have been installed. This is a low-maintenance brick home that would be ideal for a family. It is conveniently located to I-81, and the towns of Marion and Rural Retreat. Outdoor activities are abundant in the area as this property is only minutes from the Jefferson National Forest and Hungry Mother State Park.

$224,900 Active Contingency

406 Windsor Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,751 SqFt 2.292 Acres

Almost all new 2018 single wide home in outstanding condition! Don't let this practically new move-in ready home nestled on a large level 1 acre lot pass you buy at this price. Enjoy your covered deck in the mornings or evenings overlooking beautiful pasture lands. Just outside the quiet town of Rural Retreat and only minutes to the lake nearby. Newer septic system, well and Heat Pump.

$89,000 Pending

940 Ridge Ave Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,216 SqFt 1.040 Acres

Just around the corner from Rural Retreat Lake where you can fish, boat, hike, swim and camp. This property has a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home on it with newer flooring and ready for a new owner. Outside you have a great view and an new outbuilding along with a camper that conveys with the property. If you like to enjoy nature this is it, On the 2.05 acres there is a creek running through the property. Bring your animals and enjoy the history of Rural Retreat.

411 Rural Retreat Lake Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

2 Beds 2 Baths 980 SqFt 2.050 Acres

Built in 2006, this Immaculate 3 BR, 2 BA modular home comes with a beautiful view of the mountains with features to include: spacious living room with stone fireplace, spacious kitchen/dining with an over-abundance of cabinets and two eating areas, each bedroom has a walk-in closet, laundry room with pantry/storage, large baths. Primary ensuite consists of bedroom suite area, Parents Retreat/sitting area (used as work-from-home office), private bath w/double vanities, separate shower & tub, walk in closet, & lots of natural lighting. Just like new condition! Front deck with Sunsetter electric awning. Back deck from mudroom/laundry area. Private well and septic system. 14 x 10 outbuilding for yard/tool equipment storage. Newer Trane heat pump. Land restrictions located in deed.

$159,900 Pending

589 Davis Valley Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,860 SqFt 0.680 Acres

For years this building has been the home of The American Legion Post 229. The building started out as a residence and was later converted to its current use. Priced below tax assessment, this building has a large open space inside that would make a great spot for a day care (with approval), a wood shop, storage, another meeting place or could be converted back to a residence. Public water and sewer, two half baths, large kitchen area, office spaces, newer metal roof and a large paved parking lot with nice yard. The large attic area provides a ton of storage for this building. Many possibilities with this property. Call for your showing today!

307 Frye Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

2 Baths 2,184 SqFt 0.820 Acres

Check out this immaculate, well-maintained four bedroom three full bath home located in the Sherwood Estates subdivision in Rural Retreat, Va. On the main level, this home boasts a spacious master, two additional bedrooms, a cozy den with a stone gas fireplace, a cook's dream kitchen with granite countertops and a large laundry room. You'll have plenty of room to entertain family and guests as the dining room is plenty big for all to gather. Upstairs you will find ample room for the kids or a private getaway in your 16 x 24 family room. Below you will find a large 14 x 23 great room, another large bedroom complete with a full bath, extra storage space, and a shop area/unfinished basement. Check out the 3D tour!! This one is move-in ready. Call today and make it your dream home.

$394,500 Pending

271 Richfield Street Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,322 SqFt 0.760 Acres

Come take a look at this home nessled on over 4 and a half acres where wildlife is abundant!! It also has a creek at the edge of the property as well as a detached garage. This home has an open floor plan, 3 bedrooms 2 baths, detached and convenient to Rural Retreat and Wytheville. Come take a look, it won't last long.

$170,000 Pending

245 Ridge Top Drive Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,400 SqFt 4.660 Acres

Newest Land Listings in Rural Retreat

Are you looking for a lot to build your dream home on within minutes to the town of Rural Retreat? This lot has around 500 feet of frontage on West Lee Hwy as we as a well and septic currently on it. Property has an abandoned mobile home that needs removed. There is three separate parcels on this listing, selling as a whole 2.48 acres. Call for you showing today!!

TBD W LEE HWY Rural Retreat, Virginia

2.483 Acres

Two tracks of currently farm land containing 39 +/- acres conveniently located just outside the town limits of Rural Retreat, VA. This property offers several opportunities ranging from a mini farm, home sites, or potential development opportunities. Bring your livestock or horses as the property is fenced and currently is leased for cattle. The property has mixed topography consisting of approximately 75% open pasture and 25 % mature wooded and brush areas that may need to be cleaned out as well as some steep areas. The property has the original spring house with a running spring for your livestock or horses. The 1900 farm house on the property is most likely beyond repair and will possibly need to be disposed of as well as several other buildings on the property. Although, the home is still considered as a small portion of the tax assessment and is sold "As Is" with no inspections or repairs. The property offers several level and ridgetop home sites to build your dream home.

$249,900 Active

7458 Lee Highway Rural Retreat, Virginia

39.660 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!

TBD Four Seasons Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.880 Acres

Incredible, incredible, incredible!!!. Beautiful does not describe this 481.325 Acre farm. Property has approximately 50% open acreage along with wooded areas bordering the National Forest. Fencing, barns, and watering stations are in place for horses and livestock along with creek running through the property. There is a historic home of which one section is log along with a hunting cabin nestled further back on the property. Whether you are looking for the perfect large tract of land to create you own heritage home, back to the basics dream farm, secluded horse farm or hunting oasis this property is a must see!

$1,950,000 Active

672 Brushy Mountain Rd. Rural Retreat, Virginia

481.325 Acres

Building lot near Rural Retreat, VA. This .50 ac lot is ready for a new home and has a permitted septic plan. This property offers views to the West and convenience to I-81 for commuting. This home site is priced to sell and with recent improvements to Mt. Airy Road, this property will be very accessible.

TBD Mt. Airy Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.510 Acres

Here is your chance to own a property on Rt 11 that already has a garage/workshop in place. Property has a garage and walk-in door to the main part. The back is a workshop area with a walk-in door only. Great view and would also make a great home site. Electricity is in the building but no heat,well or septic is on the property.

TBD Lee Hwy Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.710 Acres

LAND, LAND AND MORE LAND! Build your own personal home/retreat or have a hunting retreat! Mature HARDWOODS and PLENTY OF IT! Wildlife abounds - plenty of deer, turkey, grouse, a few bear, much more! This land has beautiful mature hardwoods on it and the owner says to his knowledge, "it's never been timbered." Located not too far out of town in Wythe county, there are lots of options with this property.

$1,700,000 Active

4662 Cedar Springs Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

328 Acres

CHECK OUT THIS 25.98 +/= acre tract that is close to downtown Rural Retreat. This would make a great mini-farm or home site. The possibilities are endless. Awesome views. Give me a call today to see this one.

$169,900 Active

Lot 3 Milk Plant Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

25.980 Acres

What a location. This .47 ac is located less than 1 mile from Rural Retreat Lake where fishing, camping, hiking and swimming is at it's best. Public water is available and property would be great for camper or tiny home.

.47ac Rural Retreat Lake Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.470 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

GREAT LEVEL LOT IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN RURAL RETREAT...SUITABLE FOR COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTAL

TBD BAUGHMAN Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.900 Acres

Build your home or bring your business to Rural Retreat. This .307 acre lot is available with adequate road frontage and has great views of the downtown area. Within a short distance of post office, shopping, town office, restaurant and historical structures depicting the history of the Railroad activities through Rural Retreat. Property is zoned Commercial, adjoins a residential property also available and both border a medical office on Main Street.

TBD Maple Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.307 Acres

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