$420,000

453 W Water St Harrisonburg, VA 22801

$4,988
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full
2,255 sqft
0.2 acres
$186 / sqft
House

Property details

About 453 W Water St

Tucked into the heart of Hburg’s beloved Brookland Addition neighborhood—known to locals as “Brooklandia”—this updated 1920 brick duplex offers flexibility, rental income, and lifestyle. With two fully separate units and a detached building converted into a media room or studio, it’s a perfect fit for house hackers, multi-generational households, or investors looking to own on one of the city’s coolest blocks. The main-level unit features two bedrooms, two full baths, a bright living room, a well-appointed kitchen with stainless appliances and gas range, and a flexible dining or office area that opens onto a 12x17 back deck—perfect for hosting or outdoor dinners on warm summer nights. Upstairs offers one bedroom, a cozy living room, updated kitchen and bath, a breakfast nook, and a private deck. Out back, you’ll find a fully fenced yard with fruit trees and a great sense of privacy. Just blocks from Westover Park, JMU’s softball and baseball fields, and downtown’s restaurants, breweries, and arts scene, this is a rare opportunity in a neighborhood people love to call home. Both units are tenant-occupied through July 31; showings will be limited to Saturday and the following Tuesday to respect the downstairs tenant’s work schedule.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,255 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #662988

Summary

  • MLS Number: 662988
  • MLS Name: CharlottesvilleVA
  • Office Name: Funkhouser Real Estate Group
  • Office Phone: (850) 508-3362
  • Listing Agent: Luke Smith

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453 W Water St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 08, 2016
Home Sold
$210,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$284,400$2,730
2022$241,100$2,242
2021$226,700$2,040
2019$209,300$1,841
2018$205,200$1,786
2017$196,600$1,323

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Waterman Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

451 Chicago Ave

2

Keister Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

100 Maryland Ave

4

Spotswood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

400 Mountain View Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,743. Residents of Harrisonburg, VA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

39%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

53%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • H&MH&M
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 453 W Water St

This home is located at 453 W Water St in Harrisonburg, VA and zip code 22801. This 2,255 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $420,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Harrisonburg, VA there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 12 sold below and more than 4 were sold right at the asked price. Between February and March 2025, Harrisonburg, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.6%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $350,199.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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