Escape to your own slice of waterfront paradise on the Potomac River, where expansive views stretch across the river toward the Chesapeake Bay. This charming cottage offers the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the beauty of the Northern Neck. Featuring 2 bedrooms, a cozy loft, and a beautifully updated modern bathroom, the cottage combines comfortable living with thoughtful updates. The screened wraparound porch is the perfect place to take in the ever-changing water views. Private stairs lead down to your own sandy beach, creating a rare opportunity to enjoy the waterfront right from your property. With an updated kitchen and additional improvements throughout, this special property offers the privacy, views, and waterfront lifestyle you've been waiting for. The cottage also has a strong history of rental income, making it an appealing opportunity for those looking for a personal retreat with established rental potential. No HOA adds flexibility and freedom for the next owner.
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$529,000
266 Potomac Ridge Rd, Heathsville, VA 22473
2beds
1,290sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.92 Acres Lot
$519,400 Zestimate®
$410/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cottageCozy loftEver-changing water viewsScreened wraparound porchBeautifully updated modern bathroomUpdated kitchen
- 27 days
- 1,218
- 109
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rosa Johnson 804-761-9392,
EXIT Mid-Rivers Realty 804-493-1888
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VANV2002292
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,290
- Total interior livable area: 1,290 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,290
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Pool features: None
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Rip-Rap, Sandy Beach, River
- Body of water: Potomac River
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 129
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 194A
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: (none)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Heathsville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $410/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $424,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,140
- Date on market: 10/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 13000
Estimated market value
$519,400
$493,000 - $545,000
$1,581/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $529,000$410/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VANV2002292 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2026 | Contingent | $529,000$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VANV2002292 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2026 | Pending sale | $529,000$410/sqft |
Source: Northern Neck AOR #121016 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $529,000+37.4%$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VANV2002292 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2020 | Sold | $385,000-3.5%$298/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #1936396 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2020 | Pending sale | $399,000$309/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #1936396 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $399,000$309/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #VANV101194 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,112 +12.1% | $285,400 |
| 2024 | $1,884 +8.2% | $285,400 |
| 2023 | $1,741 | $285,400 |
| 2022 | $1,741 | $285,400 |
| 2021 | $1,741 +3.4% | $285,400 |
| 2020 | $1,684 -8.8% | $285,400 -8.8% |
| 2019 | $1,847 | $313,100 |
| 2018 | -- | $313,100 |
| 2017 | -- | $313,100 +36.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $229,700 -25.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $307,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $307,700 -21.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $390,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $390,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $390,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $390,100 |
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Neighborhood: 22473
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Northumberland County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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