Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/15/2026
Listed
$2,200
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MLS
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Property Description
Searching for your next place to call home? This charming historic rental, dating back to the 1770s, offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the warmth and character of yesteryear with the comfort of thoughtful modern updates. The home includes updated kitchen, bathroom, and laundry areas designed for everyday convenience while preserving its historic appeal. Beautifully maintained solid wood floors run throughout the main living areas and bedrooms, adding warmth and timeless character. Tucked away down a private lane, the property offers a quiet sense of solitude along with the opportunity to enjoy and explore the natural beauty of Cedar Creek. Because of the home's historic significance, tenant leasing guidelines apply. Apply today to make this home yours. Online application fee is $50.00. Although pets are wonderful companions, this home has a strict no-pet policy. Credit score 650+. This is a no smoking/ no vaping rental. Join us for an open house on Saturday, August 15, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and discover whether this historic property could be your next place to live.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 242 Fort Bowman Rd
General
- Rent: $2,200
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VASH2015186
- Updated: 8/15/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 12
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
- Rent Includes: Lawn Service
Interior
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- County: SHENANDOAH
- Subdivision: DAVIS STRASBURG
- Driving Directions: Follow Interstate 81 to Strasburg- US Route 11 (Exit 298). Continue on US Route 11 (Old Valley Pike) towards Strasburg. Turn onto Fort Bowman Road (F-245, Private lane to the left of the 7-11 Convenience Store). Continue on Fort Bowman Road for approx. 1.5 miles to house/property.
- Location Details: Creek/Stream
- Historic District: Yes
School Information
- School District: Shenandoah County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Sandy Hook
- Middle School: Signal Knob
- High School: Strasburg
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Approved System
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
- Stories Description: Main
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1771
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: Pasture
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.52
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 66,081
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: A-1
- Lot Description: Fishing Available, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Rural, Stream/Creek
Financial Considerations
- Security Deposit: $2,200
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
- Exclusions: Snow Removal not included
- Inclusions: Lawn Maintenance Included
Listed by Johnston and Rhodes Real Estate, Melissa M. Andrews
Schools
Schools serving 242 Fort Bowman Rd
School District:Shenandoah County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sandy Hook Elementary School 162 Stickley Loop, Strasburg, VA 22657 | PK-5 | 2.9 mi |
Signal Knob Middle School 687 Sandy Hook Road, Strasburg, VA 22657 | 6-8 | 2.8 mi |
Strasburg High School 250 Ram Drive, Strasburg, VA 22657 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 242 Fort Bowman Rd
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,525Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 14 hours ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,616Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 11 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,699Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,525Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,620Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 14 hours ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,616Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,000Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 4Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 3,241Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,872Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,800Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Closed
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,600Sq. Ft.
242 Fort Bowman Road, Strasburg, VA 22657 (MLS# VASH2015186) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 242 Fort Bowman Road is currently listed for rent at $2,200 and was received on August 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 242 Fort Bowman Road? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Strasburg? You can browse all Strasburg rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.