Tbd Paradise Ln Bridgewater, VA 22812

Offered at online auction is an 81.72 acre tract of land located approximately 9 miles west of Bridgewater, VA, and about a 30-minute drive to Harrisonburg or Staunton. Zoned GA (general agricultural), this tract features approximately 10 acres of open land in the front and 70 acres of wooded land in the back. The elevation varies from about 1,460 ft in the front to 1,640 ft in the back. The property includes a 7.5 acre field along Paradise Lane, connected to the wooded land by a 150 ft wide strip between tracts 1 and 2. Improvements include a storage shed with its own electric meter and fencing around the 7.5 acre field, which has been used for hay and grazing. Two mountain streams flow through the property, typically year-round, though they may dry up during the driest parts of summer. A network of interior roads and trails spans the tract. Potential cabin or home building sites offer views across the valley. The topography and mix of hardwoods and pines are ideal for wildlife. The George Washington National Forest borders the rear of the property, providing access to hiking, hunting, mountain biking, and other recreational uses. Timber was last cut on this property about 30 years ago, presenting potential for timber harvest. A utility line easement runs across the southern side of the property, with a buried electric line by Shenandoah Valley Electric. The current tax assessed value is $499,200, with a land use taxable amount of $41,200.