$299,950
Salem, VA 24153
MLS# 932540
2 beds | 1 baths | 1296 sqft
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Property Description
Discover the charm of country living in this lovely cottage nestled on Poor Mountain in Salem, VA! Offering nearly 11 acres of privacy, natural beauty, and endless possibilities, this special property is a nature lover's dream - all while being conveniently located 10 min +/- from everyday amenities. Inside, you'll find a quaint and cozy interior full of rustic charm, with features to include original hardwood floors, custom-built solid wood kitchen cabinets and a gas fireplace where you can relax and take in the beautiful mountain views. A screen porch overlooks the wooded scenery behind the home and an expansive front deck provides a spot to take in changing seasons and breathtaking sunsets. Whether you're looking for a peaceful full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or a small homestead, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to embrace a simpler pace of life surrounded by nature. The property features a large red barn, an old chicken coop just waiting for a refresh and 'new residents', and a level grassy area ideal for gardens, entertaining or potential for small animal pastures. According to the attached survey, the property boundaries extend all the way to the creek (survey is attached). Additional features include a Generac generator for added peace of mind, capable of powering the home's major systems; an owned, buried 500-gallon propane tank (conveys w/property); propane furnace is approx. 5 yrs old; and crawl space was encapsulated by Orkin approx. 12 yrs ago. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the convenient access to Green Hill Park & Equestrian Center, hiking trails, the Roanoke River Greenway, and other recreational opportunities nearby. If you've been dreaming of privacy, mountain views, room to roam, and a connection to the outdoors--all at a reasonable price - this charming property deserves a closer look. Come discover the possibilities and make this peaceful cottage your own!
Details
General Property Description
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Status: Completed
Residential Type: Detached
Total Acreage: 10.86
Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 904
Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 392
Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0
Total Fnshd SqFt: 1296
Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1296
Grand Total Attached SQFT: 1296
Basement Y/N: No
Water Class: N/A
Total Unfin SQFT: 0
Prim. Covered Prking: N/A
Add'l Covered Prkng: Not Applicable
Uncovered Parking: Off Street Parking
Uncovered # Spaces: 4
Total Cov'd Prk Spc: 0
Year Built: 1949
Total Bdrm: 2
Total Bths: 1
Total F Baths: 1
Location, Tax & Legal
Major Area: 02 - Roanoke County
Phase: 0
Lot: -
Block: -
Tax ID: 084.00-02-03.00-0000
Annual Taxes: 1873
Section: -
Zoning Code: AG-3
POA Y/N: No
Area: 0240 - Roanoke County - West
Street Number: 6437
Street Name: Poor Mountain
Street Suffix: RD
State/Province: VA
Zip Code: 24153
Subdivision: N/A
Municipality: Roanoke County
Elementary School: Glenvar
Middle School: Glenvar
High School: Glenvar
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: Discover the charm of country living in this lovely cottage nestled on Poor Mountain in Salem, VA! Offering nearly 11 acres of privacy, natural beauty, and endless possibilities, this special property is a nature lover's dream - all while being conveniently located 10 min +/- from everyday amenities.
Inside, you'll find a quaint and cozy interior full of rustic charm, with features to include original hardwood floors, custom-built solid wood kitchen cabinets and a gas fireplace where you can relax and take in the beautiful mountain views. A screen porch overlooks the wooded scenery behind the home and an expansive front deck provides a spot to take in changing seasons and breathtaking sunsets.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or a small homestead, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to embrace a simpler pace of life surrounded by nature. The property features a large red barn, an old chicken coop just waiting for a refresh and 'new residents', and a level grassy area ideal for gardens, entertaining or potential for small animal pastures. According to the attached survey, the property boundaries extend all the way to the creek (survey is attached).
Additional features include a Generac generator for added peace of mind, capable of powering the home's major systems; an owned, buried 500-gallon propane tank (conveys w/property); propane furnace is approx. 5 yrs old; and crawl space was encapsulated by Orkin approx. 12 yrs ago.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the convenient access to Green Hill Park & Equestrian Center, hiking trails, the Roanoke River Greenway, and other recreational opportunities nearby. If you've been dreaming of privacy, mountain views, room to roam, and a connection to the outdoors--all at a reasonable price - this charming property deserves a closer look. Come discover the possibilities and make this peaceful cottage your own!
Directions: West on 460/W Main St, Left on Technology Dr, Left on Barley Dr, Right on Poor Mtn Rd. Property about 4 miles on Right - Note: Drive through (2) 'switchbacks' & house is on right just past the 2nd.
Style of House
1.5 Story: 1
Cottage: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Limited Service
Not Limited Service: 1
Lot Description
Varied: 1
Wooded: 1
Construction
Vinyl: 1
Basement
Crawl Space: 1
Views
Mountain(s): 1
Heating
Forced Air Gas: 1
Leased Equipment
Propane Tank: 1
Misc Features
Stream: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Fireplace
# Fireplaces: 1
Gas Log: 1
Living Room: 1
Water Description
Private Well: 1
Sewer Description
Private Septic: 1
Water Heater Type
Tank: 1
Interior Features
Bookcases: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Storage: 1
Walk-In Closet(s): 1
Internet Access
Cable: 1
Cur'nt Internet Prov: Xfinity
Exterior Features
Barn(s): 1
Deck: 1
Garden Space: 1
Shed(s): 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Porch
Screened Porch: 1
Rear Porch: 1
Appliances
Clothes Dryer: 1
Clothes Washer: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Generator: 1
Range Electric: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Floors
Luxury Vinyl Plank: 1
Wood: 1
Area Amenities
Restaurant: 1
Trail Access: 1
Exterior Doors
Wood: 1
Water Htr Energy
Electric: 1
Bedrooms
BR Entry Level: 1
BR Upper Level: 1
Full Baths
Full Baths Entry Lvl: 1
Laundry
Laundry Entry Level: 1
Contract Information
Current Price: $299,950
List Price: $299,950
List Date: 2026-10-21
Status: Active
Property Features
Style of House: 1.5 Story; Cottage; Other - See Remarks
Limited Service: Not Limited Service
Lot Description: Varied; Wooded
Construction: Vinyl
Basement: Crawl Space
Heating: Forced Air Gas
Cooling: Central Air; Other - See Remarks
Fireplace: Gas Log; Living Room
Interior Features: Bookcases; Ceiling Fan(s); Storage; Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features: Barn(s); Deck; Garden Space; Shed(s); Other - See Remarks
Views: Mountain(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher; Clothes Dryer; Generator; Refrigerator; Range Electric; Clothes Washer
Leased Equipment: Propane Tank
Misc Features: Other - See Remarks; Stream
Area Amenities: Restaurant; Trail Access
Floors: Luxury Vinyl Plank; Wood
Exterior Doors: Wood
Porch: Screened Porch; Rear Porch
Water Description: Private Well
Sewer Description: Private Septic
Water Heater Type: Tank
Water Htr Energy: Electric
Internet Access: Cable
Room Information
| Room Name | Level |
| Living Room | Entry |
| Eat-in Kitchen | Entry |
| Breakfast Area | Entry |
| Sun Room | Entry |
| Laundry | Entry |
| Bedroom 1 | Entry |
| Bedroom 2 | Entry |
Listing Office: WAINWRIGHT & CO., REALTORS®
Last Updated: October - 21 - 2026
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