Premier Development Opportunity – 43.119 Acres with River Frontage in The Shenandoah Valley (Luray, VA). Hard to find potential development site. Zoned A-1 (Agriculture) with approx. 869 ft. of Shenandoah River frontage, offering developers a unique opportunity, or retain as a private estate. • With rezoning and subdividing - great potential for a riverfront, single-family development • Many possible by-right uses such as a campground, brewery, winery, distillery, retail sales for a greenhouse, and much more (see attached zoning code). • Existing house on premises with electric, well water, septic tank - conveys in as-is condition. With growing interest in rural and riverfront living, this property offers developers a chance to create something truly special in the Shenandoah Valley. Tap into Page County’s rising demand for scenic, lifestyle-driven properties.
Pending
$1,290,000
1173 Backwash Rd, Luray, VA 22835
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43.12Acres
Est.:
Unimproved Land
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43.12 Acres Lot
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What's special
Shenandoah river frontageRiver frontage
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 18, 2025 at 02:33am
Listed by:
Virginia Smith 703-836-1116,
Arlington Realty, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAPA2004792
Facts & features
Interior
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River
- Body of water: Shenandoah River
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 869
Lot
- Size: 43.12 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 40 A 29
- Zoning: A
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic, Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Luray
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $441,668
- Annual tax amount: $3,808
- Date on market: 4/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,456/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Pending sale | $1,290,000 |
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| 4/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $800 -75.2% | $109,600 -75.2% |
| 2023 | $3,224 -15.3% | $441,700 -15.3% |
| 2022 | $3,808 | $521,700 |
| 2021 | $3,808 | $521,700 |
| 2020 | $3,808 +362.9% | $521,700 +0.3% |
| 2019 | $823 | $520,300 +361.7% |
| 2018 | $823 +10.6% | $112,700 |
| 2017 | $744 +100% | $112,700 |
| 2016 | $372 | $112,700 +104.2% |
| 2015 | $372 | $55,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,858/mo
Principal & interest
$6138
Property taxes
$720
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 22835
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Luray Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.9 mi
- 5/10Luray Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 6/10Luray High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Page County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





