Smyth County property record for 2224 Old Wilderness Rd, Ceres, VA 24318
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 1 ba · 1,164 sqft · built 1960 |
| Lot Size | 1.17 acres (50,965 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $120,000 (Nov 2023) |
| Tax Bill | $640 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Nov 2023 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 11-A-28 |
| Primary APN | 11-A-28 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Total Rooms | 7 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,164 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 1,419 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,164 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1960 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1960 |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Lot Area | 50,965 sqft (1.17 acres) |
| Garage Area | 600 sqft |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 255 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Spring/Creek |
| Account Number | 80624 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 2224 OLD WILDERNESS RD |
| City | CERES |
| State | VA |
| Zip | 24318-3561 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | S ST RD 42 POSSUM JAW CREEK 11 A 28 |
| Legal Subdivision | POSSUM JAW CREEK |
| Jurisdiction | SMYTH VA |
| Township / Civil Division | NORTH FORK |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1050 |
| Census Tract | 30100 |
2224 Old Wilderness Rd is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in November 2023.
Source: Smyth County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 2224 OLD WILDERNESS RD, CERES, VA 24318-3561 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 20, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 20, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Oct 20, 2009 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20232545 |
| Deed Book / Page | 1107 / 763 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SMYTH VA |
| Recording Date | Nov 20, 2023 |
| Property Address | 2224 OLD WILDERNESS RD, CERES, VA 24318-3561 |
| Document Number | 001107/763 |
| Book / Page | 1107 / 763 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 20, 2023 |
| Instrument | 230002545 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY, ATTORNEY |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 2224 OLD WILDERNESS RD, CERES, VA 24318-3561 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 2224 Old Wilderness Rd was $640, up 17% from the year before.
Source: Smyth County assessment roll, as of October 20, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Virginia |
| County | Smyth County |
| Unified School District | Smyth County Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $640.00 (+17%) | $92,800 (-) Land $15,000 Building $77,800 | $92,800 (-) Land $15,000 Building $77,800 |
| 2025 | $547.00 | $92,800 Land $15,000 Building $77,800 | $92,800 Land $15,000 Building $77,800 |
| 2023 | $378.00 | $51,100 Land $12,500 Building $38,600 | $51,100 Land $12,500 Building $38,600 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 2224 Old Wilderness Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 100 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 2, 2012 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 100 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 3 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 2224 Old Wilderness Rd is moderate, ranking above 59% of the US, with a 0.2% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 59% of the US · above 88% of Virginia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.2% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 7 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Point Broadband Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
No cell data coverage reported
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures