FEEL LIKE YOURE ON VACATION EVERY DAY Enjoy the convenience of living in the middle of town while tucked away in a private, beautifully maintained neighborhood with one way in and one way out. FOR SALE BY OWNER $489,090 3701 Heatherton Road, Roanoke, VA This meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers privacy, flexible living space, exceptional storage, and peaceful surroundings all in a convenient in-town location within one of the most sought-after school districts in the area. FOUR-SEASON SUNROOM The newer four-season sunroom is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, filling the space with natural light and bringing the outdoors in year-round. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching deer, birds, rabbits, and squirrels pass through the peaceful setting. Whether youre reading, relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying the view, this inviting space may quickly become your favorite room in the home. It truly feels like being on vacation at home. INCREDIBLE STORAGE A massive utility room provides outstanding organized storage for seasonal dcor, household items, keepsakes, supplies, and more. WARM & INVITING LIVING ROOM The spacious living room features beautiful wood plantation shutters and a gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. UPDATED KITCHEN The updated kitchen includes a professional stainless-steel double oven, deep granite sink, kitchen bar opening, and the perfect spot for a dedicated coffee bar. DINING ROOM A beautiful bay window fills the dining room with natural light and brings the peaceful outdoor setting right to your table. LARGE FLEX SPACE / RECREATION ROOM A solid-wood staircase leads to a spacious recreation room with a private entrance and closet. We have also used this area as an in-law suite with a microwave and refrigerator. A nearby full bathroom and large laundry/storage room make this level ideal for guests, extended family, recreation, hobbies, teenagers, or a private home office. GARAGE & WORKSHOP The garage includes a large workbench, ideal for projects, tools, hobbies, and additional workspace. YEAR-ROUND OUTDOOR LIVING The large deck features updated decorative metal-rod railing and overlooks the serene surroundings. We enjoy the deck year-round with an outdoor heater and stone propane fire pit. Its perfect for quiet evenings, family gatherings, and roasting marshmallows. PRIVATE YET CLOSE TO EVERYTHING This corner-lot home offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience. You are close to everything you need while enjoying peace, wildlife, and a wonderfully secluded setting. Our military family has lived in 15 homes around the world, and this one has been our favorite because of its privacy, storage, convenience, and peaceful, serene setting. We are selling only because we are preparing to retire and return near our final duty station. This home is very difficult for us to leave, and we hope the next family loves it as much as we have. FOR SALE BY OWNER NO AGENTS, PLEASE SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY A pre-approval letter for the full asking price must be provided before a showing appointment can be scheduled. ASKING PRICE: $489,090 Call Clark: 540-234-2171 If you are looking for a peaceful, private, low-maintenance home hidden in the middle of town, come see what makes this property so special. Your private dream home awaits. P. S. Husband and wife are still debating the price. Wife thinks its worth $50,000 more so Im listing it before she raises the price! If you have a pre-approval letter in hand, we will send you pictures. We value our home and your future privacy.
South Roanoke, located between Mill Mountain Park and Downtown Roanoke, is a residential and historic Roanoke neighborhood with tree-lined streets and mountain views. Tudor Revivals, brick Colonials, and classic bungalows set a polished, lived-in streetscape along winding blocks near the river. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Roanoke River Greenway at Wasena Park, where cyclists, runners, and picnic blankets share the path beside the water. Community pillars include the Roanoke Star overlook on Mill Mountain, the Taubman Museum of Art downtown, and the Grandin Theatre in nearby Grandin Village. Sidewalks and pocket parks shape a walk-and-roll routine, while the Blue Ridge foothills frame daily errands with a sense of elevation.
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Market insights
3701 Heatherton Rd SW · $489,090
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.7%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$489,090
Median sale price in this area is $250,950. (49% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
27% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
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Ranch style house located in South Roanoke with a brand new roof. Off the front of the home there is a front porch with a flat yard which is great space for kids to play. Off the rear of the home there is a sunroom, back porch, and patio that overlooks a private wooded valley. The interior of the home has one level living with large sized rooms and a floor plan that one must see in person to appreciate. The basemen has a finished den area, large storage room and garage that leads to a wraparound driveway.
MLSRV #824223
May 31, 2016
Sold
$260,000
$106/sq ft
Mar 22, 2016
Listed
$269,000
$109/sq ft
+26
(2008) 17' X 18' sunroom, beautifully landscaped yard w/ privacy, spacious paved drive w/ garage in rear. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 2 Fireplaces (upstairs gas logs) ADT alarm system. Nice corner lot. Whole house fan, reversable fan in Family Room
MLSRV #744091
Nov 16, 2009
Listing Removed
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Apr 22, 2009
Listed
$284,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 25, 2005
Sold
$238,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 22, 1997
Sold
$160,000
$65/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 18, 1995
Sold
$135,000
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,397 (+7.6%)
$95,300 + $326,700
$422,000
2024
$5,018 (+9.6%)
$86,400 + $305,300
$391,700
2023
$4,577 (+11.8%)
$79,000 + $277,800
$356,800
2022
$4,093 (+14.5%)
$79,000 + $277,800
$356,800
2021
$3,575 (+5.1%)
$74,300 + $244,000
$318,300
2020
$3,401 (+4.7%)
$70,100 + $206,900
$277,000
2019
$3,247
$63,700 + $200,100
$263,800
2018
$3,247 (+3.0%)
$57,900 + $193,300
$251,200
2017
$3,151
$57,900 + $193,300
$251,200
2016
$3,151 (+51.9%)
$57,900 + $193,300
$251,200
2014
$2,074
$57,900 + $204,100
$262,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,443
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,443
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Roanoke City
APN
1170705
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-12
Residential District
The purposes of the R-12 districts are to provide a range of housing options and to provide opportunities for compatible home-based entrepreneurship. Dimensional and supplemental regulations implement standards that control building form building placement and other characteristics of development. These districts cover the majority of the City's land area and contain most of Roanoke's housing supply
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing
Infrastructure
Communications tower
Nov 24, 2008 • Final
Building
Construct a sunroom on an existing porch.
Addition
Mar 29, 2007 • Final
Right of way excavation
Install a drop inlet and riprap.
Grading
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Roanoke, VA • 24014
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Roanoke. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3701 Heatherton Rd SW
$489,173
$83 over list price of $489K
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