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Phyllis A. Johnson
Sterling Realty Services
818 Arch Mill Rd.
Buchanan,  VA  24066
540.293.1347
540.254.3410 
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Great for 1st-time Buyers
Open floor plan, fireplace, fabulous master bath. Buy this & get $8K back in tax $$.Private setting.
Better than New Remodeled Home
Remodeled Brick Ranch in a great neighborhood. New kitchen, Sunroom, updated baths, large garage.
Build Your Dream Farm - 22 ac
Looking for peace & quiet? 22 acres of land-woods & pasture + creek. Easy commute to Roanoke.
Walnut Springs Farm
Picturesque Farmhouse with up to 15 acres of rolling pastureland.Barn, riding ring.Bring your horse!
Private Get-a-way
Relax & destress at this three room cabin surrounded by trees.

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Phyllis A. Johnson
Sterling Realty Services
818 Arch Mill Rd.
Buchanan,  VA  24066
540.293.1347
540.254.3410 
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