Smyth County property record for 291 Sulpher Spring Rd, Chilhowie, VA 24319
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,972 sqft · built 1900 |
| Lot Size | 1.18 acres (51,401 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $77,300 (Apr 2024) |
| Tax Bill | $1,184 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2024 Sale Aug 2021 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone AE (high risk) |
| APN | 53-A-53 |
| Primary APN | 53-A-53 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 10 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,972 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,563 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,081 sqft |
| Basement Area | 541 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 541 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1900 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1900 |
| Exterior Material | Brick |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 51,401 sqft (1.18 acres) |
| Garage Area | 209 sqft |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 492 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 77127 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 291 SULPHER SPRING RD |
| City | CHILHOWIE |
| State | VA |
| Zip | 24319-4018 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | SULPHUR SPRING ROAD LOT 53 A 53 |
| Legal Subdivision | SULPHUR SPRING |
| Jurisdiction | SMYTH VA |
| Township / Civil Division | CHILHOWIE |
| Census Block Group | 4 |
| Census Block | 4004 |
| Census Tract | 30701 |
291 Sulpher Spring Rd is owned by an individual who bought it in April 2024.
Source: Smyth County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 225 MOUNT VISTA TRL, HARPERS FERRY, WV 25425-5770 |
| 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.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2024 | Special Warranty Deed, Transfer ATTORNEY ONLY, ATTORNEY |
| Aug 11, 2021 | Special Warranty Deed, Transfer ATTORNEY ONLY, ATTORNEY |
| Mar 24, 2021 | Trustee's Deed, Foreclosure |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 15, 2024 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 15, 2024 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Aug 11, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2024732 |
| Deed Book / Page | 1110 / 2983 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 3, 2021 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 1064/835 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Special Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SMYTH VA |
| Recording Date | Apr 15, 2024 |
| Property Address | 291 SULPHER SPRING RD, CHILHOWIE, VA 24319-4018 |
| Document Number | 01110/2983 |
| Book / Page | 1110 / 2983 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 9, 2023 |
| Instrument | 240000732 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 1, 2024 |
| 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 | 225 MOUNT VIEW DR, CHILHOWIE, VA 24319 |
| Document Type | Special Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SMYTH VA |
| Recording Date | Aug 11, 2021 |
| Property Address | 291 SULPHER SPRING RD, CHILHOWIE, VA 24319-4018 |
| Document Number | 1071/943 |
| Book / Page | 1071 / 943 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 9, 2021 |
| Instrument | 210002038 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 22, 2021 |
| 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 | 225 MOUNT VISTA TRL, HARPERS FERRY, WV 25425-5770 |
| Document Type | Trustee's Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SMYTH VA |
| Recording Date | Mar 24, 2021 |
| Property Address | 291 SULPHER SPRING RD, CHILHOWIE, VA 24319-4018 |
| Document Number | 1064/835 |
| Book / Page | 1064 / 835 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 3, 2021 |
| Instrument | 210000688 |
| Transaction Type | Foreclosure |
| Record Updated | Oct 28, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Investor | Possibly a Property Investor |
The 2026 property tax bill for 291 Sulpher Spring Rd was $1,184, up 38.8% from the year before.
Source: Smyth County assessment roll, as of October 20, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Virginia |
| Municipality | Chilhowie Town |
| County | Smyth County |
| Unified School District | Smyth County Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,184.00 (+38.8%) | $171,600 (+18.59%) Land $24,000 Building $147,600 | $171,600 (+18.59%) Land $24,000 Building $147,600 |
| 2025 | $853.00 | $144,700 Land $24,000 Building $120,700 | $144,700 Land $24,000 Building $120,700 |
| 2023 | $703.00 | $95,100 Land $20,000 Building $75,100 | $95,100 Land $20,000 Building $75,100 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 291 Sulpher Spring Rd in Zone AE, a high-risk flood area; flood insurance is required for federally backed loans.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 2, 2012 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE high risk |
|---|---|
| 100-Year Floodplain | Yes 1% annual chance |
| Floodway | No |
| Base Flood Elevation | Varies along the reach; see FIRM |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Required federally backed loans |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 5 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 10 (1979–2024) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 10 |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2024 · Tropical Storm Helene |
| Claims by Event |
|
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 291 Sulpher Spring Rd is low, with a 0.07% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 62% of the US · above 62% of Virginia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.07% 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 CHILHOWIE serves 4,625 people · EPA ID VA1173090 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased groundwater influenced by surface water from CHILHOWIE_WCSA REGIONAL WTP |
| Last State Inspection | Aug 2025 |
| Lead | 8 ppb (2022–2024) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None 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 44 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Brightspeed Fiber | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Point Broadband Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| SmythNet Fixed Wireless | 100 / 100 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures