12242 Harpers Ferry Rd is a thoughtfully maintained home in Purcellville set on a 2.5-acre lot, offering a flexible floor plan, meaningful recent updates, and AR-1 zoning with no HOA. The main level features a bedroom and full bathroom, while the upper level offers two additional bedrooms, a bonus room ideal for a nursery or home office, and a second full bathroom. Interior features include hardwood floors throughout, built-in shelving, and inviting living spaces centered around a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen offers granite countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, flowing naturally into the dining area. A main-level laundry area adds everyday convenience. Outdoor spaces are a standout feature. A welcoming front porch with mountain views provides a peaceful place to relax, while the rear crushed bluestone entertaining area with gazebo offers a private and well-defined outdoor living space ideal for gatherings, relaxation, or hosting guests. The 2.5-acre setting provides a sense of privacy while remaining accessible to nearby towns. Major system improvements were completed in 2025, including a new architectural shingle roof and new septic system, providing long-term peace of mind. Located in the heart of Western Loudoun County, near Purcellville, Hillsboro, and Harpers Ferry, the property offers convenient access to local towns, the surrounding countryside, and the region’s vineyards. Well suited for a primary residence, secondary home, or investment opportunity. The property is currently used as a short-term rental, with bookings already in place for 2026. Existing reservations may be canceled if necessary, allowing flexibility for an owner-occupant or continued rental use.
For sale
$649,900
12242 Harpers Ferry Rd, Purcellville, VA 20132
3beds
2,700sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
2.5 Acres Lot
$553,700 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New architectural shingle roofFlexible floor planGranite countertopsTile backsplashBuilt-in shelvingDining areaHardwood floors throughout
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2026 at 08:11am
Listed by:
Carolyn Young 703-261-9190,
Samson Properties,
Listing Team: The Carolyn Young Team, Co-Listing Agent: Reese Edward Wilmoth 703-431-9492,
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VALO2114982
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Oven, Water Conditioner - Owned, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,700
- Total interior livable area: 2,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,900
- Finished area below ground: 800
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2.5 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 510204159000
- Zoning: AR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists, Aerobic Septic, Approved System, Septic Permit Issued
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Propane, Satellite Internet Service, LTE Internet Service, Fixed Wireless
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Purcellville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $436,520
- Annual tax amount: $3,514
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,VHDA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$553,700
$526,000 - $581,000
$3,050/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,900+18.2%$241/sqft |
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| 5/3/2025 | Sold | $550,000-8.2%$204/sqft |
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| 4/16/2025 | Contingent | $599,000$222/sqft |
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| 3/1/2025 | Price change | $599,000-3.4%$222/sqft |
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| 2/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $620,000+27.8%$230/sqft |
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| 7/24/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/21/2024 | Pending sale | $485,000$180/sqft |
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| 1/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $485,000+121.5%$180/sqft |
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| 5/18/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/13/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,550$1/sqft |
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| 5/3/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/23/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,550+10.9%$1/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/9/2020 | Listing removed | $2,300$1/sqft |
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| 3/30/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,300+53.3%$1/sqft |
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| 8/29/2018 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/27/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/23/2016 | Sold | $218,940+150.2%$81/sqft |
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| 7/8/2016 | Price change | $87,500-70.8%$32/sqft |
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| 5/13/2016 | Listed for sale | $299,900$111/sqft |
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| 4/28/2016 | Pending sale | $299,900$111/sqft |
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| 4/2/2016 | Price change | $299,900-6.3%$111/sqft |
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| 3/10/2016 | Listed for sale | $319,900+22.1%$118/sqft |
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| 1/22/2009 | Sold | $262,000-2.9%$97/sqft |
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| 11/9/2008 | Price change | $269,900-3.6%$100/sqft |
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| 9/13/2008 | Listed for sale | $279,900-26.3%$104/sqft |
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| 8/2/2004 | Sold | $380,000$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,514 -6% | $436,520 +1% |
| 2024 | $3,738 -2.5% | $432,170 -1.4% |
| 2023 | $3,835 +5.6% | $438,230 +7.4% |
| 2022 | $3,630 +9.7% | $407,900 +20.8% |
| 2021 | $3,310 -3.6% | $337,780 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $3,434 +0% | $331,790 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $3,434 -0.7% | $315,620 -0.9% |
| 2018 | $3,457 -3.7% | $318,610 -0.1% |
| 2017 | $3,588 -2.5% | $318,950 -4.8% |
| 2016 | $3,681 | $334,960 +61.9% |
| 2015 | $3,681 -7.1% | $206,840 -5.7% |
| 2014 | $3,964 +5.6% | $219,380 +16.8% |
| 2013 | $3,755 | $187,830 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $344,400 -13.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $398,300 -3.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $413,600 +6.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $387,200 +11.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $348,400 +9.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $317,400 +13.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $279,100 +16.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $238,900 +16.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $205,300 |
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Est. payment
$3,630/mo
Principal & interest
$3197
Property taxes
$433
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 20132
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mountain View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 8.4 mi
- 8/10Woodgrove High SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 8.5 mi
- 7/10Harmony Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillsboro
- Middle: Harmony
- High: Woodgrove
- District: Loudoun 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.
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