Grayson County property record for 281 N Independence Ave, Independence, VA 24348
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,882 sqft · built 1963 |
| Lot Size | 0.388 acres (16,932 sqft) |
| Owner | Company Name on File |
| Last Sale | $60,000 (Mar 2015) |
| Tax Bill | $697 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2024 Sale Oct 2020 Line of Credit |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 73A1-A-108 |
| Primary APN | 73A1-A-108 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,882 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,518 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,882 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1963 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1989 |
| Exterior Material | Brick |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 16,932 sqft (0.388 acres) |
| Terrain | Rolling |
| Porch | Porch |
| Deck Area | 264 sqft |
| Cooling System | None |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Space Heater |
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 9994 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 281 N INDEPENDENCE AVE |
| City | INDEPENDENCE |
| State | VA |
| Zip | 24348-4500 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | TOWN |
| Legal Description | .3887 73A1-A-108 |
| Legal Subdivision | MOUNTAIN AIRE SD |
| Jurisdiction | GRAYSON VA |
| Township / Civil Division | ELK CREEK |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2049 |
| Census Tract | 60201 |
281 N Independence Ave is owned by a company that bought it in March 2015.
Source: Grayson County records, as of June 1, 2026
| Owner of Record | Company Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 112 W MAIN ST, 212, SALEM, VA 24153-3616 |
| Owner Type | Company |
| Vesting | Limited Liability Partnership |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2024 | Deed, Transfer |
| Oct 2, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit SKYLINE NATIONAL BANK |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 13, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 13, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 1500 / 413 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | GRAYSON VA |
| Recording Date | Mar 4, 2024 |
| Property Address | 281 N INDEPENDENCE AVE, INDEPENDENCE, VA 24348-4500 |
| Document Number | 000692/480 |
| Book / Page | 692 / 480 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 22, 2024 |
| Instrument | 240000397 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 10, 2024 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 112 W MAIN ST # 212, 212, SALEM, VA 24153-3616 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | GRAYSON VA |
| Property Address | 281 N INDEPENDENCE AVE, INDEPENDENCE, VA 24348-4500 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 646/671 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 2, 2020 |
| Book Page | 646/671 |
| Instrument | 200001952 |
| Name | SKYLINE NATIONAL BANK |
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| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
The 2025 property tax bill for 281 N Independence Ave was $697.
Source: Grayson County assessment roll, as of June 1, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Virginia |
| County | Grayson County |
| Municipality | Independence Town |
| Unified School District | Grayson County Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $697.00 | $120,300 Land $11,000 Building $109,300 | $120,300 Land $11,000 Building $109,300 |
| 2023 | $649.00 | $120,300 Land $11,000 Building $109,300 | $120,300 Land $11,000 Building $109,300 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 281 N Independence Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 2024.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 28, 2008 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 2 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2024) |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2024 · Tropical Storm Helene |
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 281 N Independence Ave is moderate, ranking above 47% of the US, with a 0.1% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 47% of the US · above 75% of Virginia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.1% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | TOWN OF INDEPENDENCE serves 971 people · EPA ID VA1077335 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased groundwater influenced by surface water from VIRGINIA CAROLINA WATER AUTHORITY |
| Last State Inspection | May 2023 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2022–2024) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 96 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Lingo Networks Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| GigaBeam Networks Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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