A rare opportunity to own a piece of downtown Staunton's history! Augusta County is offering its former District Courts Building and jail at 6 & 14 E. Johnson St. at online auction. Featuring approximately 33,273 finished square feet, multiple levels, and a prominent downtown location, this vacant property offers an exciting opportunity for investors, developers, and business owners looking to bring new life to a landmark government property. Enlisted Auctions is proud to partner with Chase Hoover and Isaac Grant of Cottonwood Commercial to offer this unique property on behalf of Augusta County.

Click HERE for the Offering Memorandum Document

Auction Details

Auction Closing: Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST (soft close) 

Property Preview: Monday, November 30, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

Auction Format: Online Bidding - Multi-Par Auction. If a bid is placed on any lot in the final 2 minutes of the auction all bidding will be extended by 2 minutes until no more bids are placed on any lot. 

What is multi-par? This property will be offered through a multi-parcel auction, giving buyers the flexibility to purchase one, two, or all three parcels. Each parcel will be offered individually, in any combination, or as a whole. Bidders can bid on the specific parcels or combinations that best fit their needs, with the final sale configuration determined by the combination of bids that produces the highest overall price, subject to seller approval.

Buyer's Premium: 10% Buyer's premium is added to the high bid. 

Questions or Additional Information:

Auctioneer: Kervin Yoder |  Enlisted Auctions: 540-830-9021

Chase Hoover | Cottonwood Commercial: 540-480-1449

Isaac Grant | Cottonwood Commercial: 540-448-1588

Sheldon Yoder | Enlisted Auctions: 540-908-0938

Property is being sold subject to approval of the high bid by the Augusta County Board of Supervisors.

Property Highlights

• Seller: Augusta County Government

• Location: Downtown Staunton, Virginia

• Building Size: Approximately 33,273 finished sq. ft.

• Tax value: $1,162,900 - this is the combined value of both tax parcels. 14 E Johnson tax value: $287,100, 6 E Johnson tax value: $875,800

• Parcel IDs: 9005 and 9010

• Zoning: B2

• Lot size: 0.43± acres (both parcels together)

• Former Use: Augusta County General District Court and County Jail

• Current Status: Vacant — court operations have relocated to Verona. The personal property in the building will convey with the sale. 

• Building Configuration: Multiple levels with sections identified as the "Old Side" and "New Side"

• Elevators: Three elevators, including elevators serving four and five floors

• Heating & Cooling: Boiler heating systems and rooftop chillers

• Fire Protection: Wet-pipe sprinkler system with standpipe

• Backup Power: 50 kW standby generator

• Personal Property: The personal property in this building will convey to the buyer(s)

• Multi-Par Opportunity: Available individually or in combination with the other properties being offered

• Listing Partners: Enlisted Auctions & Chase Hoover of Cottonwood Commercial

Property Overview

This former Augusta County government facility offers an opportunity to acquire a substantial downtown property with a unique history and a wide range of potential redevelopment possibilities.

Previously home to the Augusta County General District Court and portions of the county jail, the building features multiple floors, former courtroom and government-use areas, and existing commercial building infrastructure.

With county court operations now relocated to Verona, the property is vacant and ready for its next chapter. Whether you're an investor, developer, or business owner, this property presents an opportunity to explore a new use for a prominent piece of downtown Staunton real estate.

This property is located in a FEMA Regulatory Floodway per the FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Any proposed change of use or redevelopment is subject to applicable zoning, permitting, building codes, and other regulatory approvals.

Building Features & Systems

Elevators

The property has three elevators:

• Old Side elevator — 3,000 lb. capacity, serving four floors

• New Side elevator — 2,500 lb. capacity, serving five floors

• Additional Salem electric elevator

All three elevators passed their five-year load tests in May 2025 and routine inspections in October 2025, with no violations noted in those inspection records.

Heating & Cooling

The building's mechanical systems include:

• Three boilers, with equipment dating to 1970, 1981, and 1986

• Two York rooftop chillers, dating to 2007 and 2016

• Fan coil units and air-handling equipment

• Pneumatic HVAC controls

State boiler and pressure-vessel certificates were renewed in April 2026. Maintenance records document repairs, equipment replacements, and servicing of the heating and cooling systems.

Fire Protection & Backup Power

• Wet-pipe fire sprinkler system installed in 1981

• Standpipe and fire department connection

• Five-year sprinkler system servicing completed in May 2024

• 50 kW standby generator

The provided fire inspection records identify certain areas that are not sprinklered and signage items requiring attention. Buyers should review the complete inspection records.

Property Records & Due Diligence

Augusta County has provided building records and supporting documentation for prospective purchasers to review, including:

• Elevator inspection and maintenance records

• Boiler and pressure-vessel certificates

• HVAC service and repair history

• Fire sprinkler inspection reports

• Available asbestos abatement records

• Historical utility expenses

TERMS & CONDITIONS (IMPORTANT)

• 10% Buyer’s Premium added to the high bid to determine contract price. Example: If the high bid is $200,000 the buyer's premium would be $20,000 so the contract price would be $220,000. 

• $25,000 nonrefundable deposit due immediately after confirmation of final bid

• Closing: High bidder agrees to close within 45 days of auction end date

• Property sold AS IS (no warranties or repairs)

• Sale is not contingent on financing, appraisal, inspections, or condition
  (Inspections are welcome and encouraged, but must be completed before auction closes)

• Property sold subject to seller confirmation

• All information was obtained from sources believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed; buyers must verify all information

We GUARANTEE a FREE & CLEAR TITLE

Reminder: Financing is allowed, but the sale is not contingent upon obtaining financing.

REAL ESTATE AGENTS / BROKER PARTICIPATION

If you are a licensed real estate agent representing a bidder / buyer, complete the broker participation form by CLICKING HERE. Form must be submitted no later than 5:00 PM EST on December 8, 2026 to be eligible for compensation.

Questions about the property? Contact Chase Hoover: 540-480-1449 or Isaac Grant: 540-448-1588

Questions about the auction process? Contact Sheldon Yoder: 540-908-0938 or Kervin Yoder: 540-830-9021

CONTACT

Enlisted Auctions Office: 540-337-3446
Email: info@enlistedauctions.com

Chase Hoover - Cottonwood Commercial: 540-480-1449

Isaac Grant - Cottonwood Commercial: 540-448-1588

Kervin Yoder - Enlisted Auctions - Auctioneer: 540-830-9021

Sheldon Yoder - Enlisted Auctions: 540-908-0938