c.1900 Virginia Fixer Upper Bungalow on 35 Acres $130K
$130,000
Work has already been started on this Virginia fixer upper, so a buyer would be ahead of the game. With two bedrooms, one bath, 888-sf, the bungalow has potential, especially given its 35.64-acre lot. Front porch, outbuildings, metal roof, and loads of wooded property that is a hunter’s paradise.
Realtor Comments
Cottage on 35+ acres located in Fairview Community of Duffield VA just about a mile off US 23. Priced to sell! Quite a lot of work has been done already to the inside of this cottage which includes new windows, new sheetrock (Styrofoam Insulation behind sheetrock) in almost all rooms, new plywood floors throughout the inside. Kitchen has been gutted and ready for cabinets and appliances, and bath is ready for fixtures. There is a stoker furnace in basement not in operation at present time. House is on a cinder block foundation. A nice long covered porch on front of cottage could be easily repaired. Metal roof! Large building built with sawmill lumber which could be used for auto or storage barn. 35 acres behind the house is all in large timber and is a hunter’s paradise. According to owner the area is full of deer and wild turkey. Timber quality could be accessed for value, but it has not been timbered. This property is sold ”as is”! Owner will not do any additional repairs or replacement of any kind. Cash or conventional financing! Information obtained from owner, public record (courthouse retrieval, cobv, gis) and visual walk-through. Subject to E&O. Buyer and Buyer’s agent to confirm/verify all information.
- 2bed
- 1bath
- Circa 1900
1144 Fairview Rd, Duffield, VA 24244 $130,000
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
Pros
1. Very Low Cost of Living & Affordable Housing
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Living expenses like housing, utilities, groceries, and healthcare are about 9–16% below national and state averages
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Median home value is around $137,500—nearly half the national average—and homeownership is high (77%) .
2. Safe, Tight-Knit, and Family-Friendly
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Residents highlight a strong sense of community and friendly neighbors
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Local schools score well, and education levels are decent (~13% college graduates, 78% high school graduates)
3. Quiet and Peaceful Rural Lifestyle
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Virtually no noise, vehicle congestion, or urban hustle—ideal for those who appreciate tranquility.
4. Stunning Nature & Outdoor Recreation
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Positioned at the edge of Jefferson National Forest and near Natural Tunnel State Park; area offers scenic hikes and water features like Devil’s Bathtub
5. Short Commutes & Car-Oriented Convenience
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Average drive to work is 24–25 minutes; 92% drive solo. Most households have 3 cars
⚠️ Cons
1. Very Small Population & Limited Services
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With only ~65–80 residents, Duffield is tiny—amenities like stores, restaurants, clinics are limited or require travel
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Public transit is virtually nonexistent
2. Narrow Job Market & Modest Incomes
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Local employment is often in agriculture, forestry, manual labor, with few professional options; residents commonly commute .
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Per-capita income is ~$29K–$33K; household median ~$55K—below state average .
3. Higher Poverty and Lower Education Metrics
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Poverty rates vary—some sources say ~19%, others ~6%—and only about 13% hold a bachelor’s degree .
4. Limited Healthcare & Dining/Cultural Options
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Few facilities in town; more specialized care requires a drive. Dining and entertainment options are minimal
5. Geographic Isolation & Connectivity Challenges
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Internet and cell service can be unreliable in remote pockets—commuting or remote work may suffer
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Lack of local conveniences means running errands typically involves a 30–45 minute drive
2 Comments
todd m padua
i’d be interested in finding out about financing for this property.
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Please contact the realtor. Link is provided in the post.