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Property Description
**AUCTION EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 - AND THE SELLER IS ALSO ACCEPTING TRADITIONAL WRITTEN OFFERS!** The auction has been extended due to give buyers additional time to complete their due diligence and review updated auction terms: financing contingencies now accepted with pre-approval letter! BUY-IT-NOW Bid Pricing also available on auction website. Traditional written offers may be submitted at any time - contact the listing agent for offer guidance. Built in 2023, this incredibly spacious home in The Plains is being offered through online auction with a $350,000 starting bid (next bid is $357,500 as of 10/1). This is not a foreclosure or distressed property - the auction is simply a fresh approach to getting the home sold, with a very attainable reserve set well below the appraised value. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers close to 2,100 square feet of true one-level living with 10' ceilings, an open floor plan, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a flexible layout with a separate suite and private exterior entrance. The oversized 3-car garage adds approximately 1,100 square feet and is ideal for vehicles, hobbies, a workshop, gym, or storage. Additional features include 400-amp electric service, mini-split heating and cooling, a paved driveway with two ingress/egress options, and 1.82 acres in a convenient countryside setting near Routes 17, 29, and I-66. Many documents available: Well, Septic, Title Search, ROW to Rte. 17, Comps, Appraisal, etc. If you've never purchased through an auction before, don't let that stop you - the process is much simpler than you may think. Tour the home, review the terms, register online for free, and bid from anywhere. Registration does not obligate you to bid. Online bidding closes Friday, October 9 at 7:00 PM. Register now at Thornton River HiBid. Traditional written offers are also welcome.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5331 Merry Oaks Rd
General
- Price: $357,500
- Taxes: $4,377 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFQ2023646
- Updated: 10/9/2026
- Added to Site: 49 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Corner, Mantel(s), Stone, Wood
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
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: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Paved Parking
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Location
- County: FAUQUIER
- Subdivision: VALLEVUE
- Driving Directions: I-66 West toward Front Royal. Take Exit 31 for VA-245 toward The Plains/Old Tavern Rd. Turn left onto VA-245 (Old Tavern Rd), then left onto US-17 South. Turn right onto Merry Oaks Rd — property will be on the left.
- Location Details: Rural
School Information
- School District: Fauquier County Public Schools
- Elementary School: W.G. Coleman
- Middle School: Marshall
- High School: Fauquier
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Other, Wall Unit
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, High
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 2,058
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,058 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,058 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2023
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.82
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 79,105
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RA
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Partly Wooded, Rural, Sloping
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $173.71
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $3,521
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $484,400
- Tax Amount: $4,377
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 850
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 4
Listed by RE/MAX Gateway, Fawn Deitsch
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Schools
Schools serving 5331 Merry Oaks Rd
School District:Fauquier County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
W.G. Coleman Elementary School 4096 Zulla Road, Marshall, VA 20115 | PK-5 | 3.8 mi |
Marshall Middle School 4048 Zulla Road, Marshall, VA 20115 | 6-8 | 4 mi |
Fauquier High School 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton, VA 20186 | 9-12 | 6.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5331 Merry Oaks Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/01/2026
Price Increased
$357,500
2.14%
MLS
8/24/2026
Listed
$350,000
400%
MLS
12/20/2022
Sold
$70,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5331 Merry Oaks Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$4,335
-1%
$484,400
7%
2025
$4,377
2%
$452,600
-8%
2024
$4,282
119%
$492,200
129%
2022
$1,953
-9%
$214,800
—
2021
$2,149
—
$214,800
—
2020
$2,149
—
$214,800
—
2019
$2,149
1%
$214,800
—
2018
$2,123
—
$214,800
5%
2016
$2,130
4%
$203,700
—
2015
$2,049
1%
$203,700
—
2014
$2,021
—
$203,700
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5331 Merry Oaks Road, The Plains, VA 20198 (MLS# VAFQ2023646) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5331 Merry Oaks Road is currently listed for $357,500 and was received on August 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 5331 Merry Oaks Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in The Plains? You can browse all The Plains real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

