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  • $421,400

    281 Richmond Rd, Colonial Beach, VA 22443

    3beds
    1,840sqft
    Detached
    Built in 1978
    0.51 Acres Lot
    $421,400 Zestimate®
    $229/sqft
    $2,143 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $421,400

    $396,000 - $455,000

    $2,143/mo

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    What's special

    Steps from the Potomac River... plus immediate access to a quaint lake from your back yard? You must see the magic at 281 Richmond Road in Colonial Beach to believe it! Built in 1978 and tastefully updated through the years, this rancher-style abode spans three bedrooms, three baths and more than 1,800 square feet. It sits on a spacious .51- acre lot in the Ebb Tide Beach community, which includes amenities like a fishing pier, gazebo, boat ramp and picnic pavilion (low annual HOA fees, folks!). With this location, the shore of the Potomac River is approximately 1/10 th of a mile north of the residence! Zooming in on the acreage, the back yard is anchored by a wooden deck, vast green space and there is a private pier overlooking a small lake where you can fish. You have multiple spots for taking in such tranquil vistas! On the side of the home is a small shed for storing lawn equipment and, out front, low-maintenance landscaping abounds including select cacti. The home is brick with white siding before heading inside, note the quaint front porch for morning coffees or afternoon winddowns. Through the front door, youre greeted with open spaces and the homes carpeted living room. To the right is double-door access to the family room, which includes a large stone-clad fireplace. On the wall of the family room, note a stereo control panel that controls speakers throughout the entire residence! The flooring you see is gleaming luxury vinyl planking, which you will note along your tour, too. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, black cabinets, blue counters, and modern lighting. Just off the kitchen is the homes first full bath, complete with a walk-in shower and single sink. In this space youll also find the laundry set-up (the machinery conveys). Off the homes dining room is a hallway where youll find the homes three bedrooms and remaining two baths, inclusive of the primary suite. The primary suite includes a sizeable closet and ensuite bath complete with tub/shower combo and single sink set- up. All the bedrooms are carpeted! With this location you have seamless access to Virginias picturesque Northern Neck region and so much more. The epicenter of Colonial Beach, with shopping, restaurants and grocery options, is less than 15 minutes north. Dahlgren and the US-301 Harry Nice Bridge are within 30 minutes north and Downtown Fredericksburg is approximately 40 minutes northwest. In between are several preserves, parks and golf courses for recreation aplenty. The home is serviced by Westmoreland County Public Schools with Washington District Elementary, Montross Middle and Washington & Lee High Schools as its designated institutions. Amid so many features, the current owners will miss going right up the street and being on the beach. Surely the next owner of 281 Richmond Road will cherish this as well.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Heat pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Floor Plan - Traditional
    • Flooring: Carpet
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 0.51 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10B4D25A
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
    • Property subtype: Detached
    Condition
    • Year built: 1978

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $8 monthly
    Location
    • Region: Colonial Beach

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $229/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $298,000
    • Annual tax amount: $2,026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/29/2023Sold$355,000-1.4%$193/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2005110 Report a problem
    8/17/2023Contingent$359,900$196/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2005110 Report a problem
    8/16/2023Listed for sale$359,900+2.9%$196/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2005110 Report a problem
    8/1/2023Listing removed$349,900$190/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2004298 Report a problem
    3/31/2023Listed for sale$349,900-10.3%$190/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2004298 Report a problem
    10/1/2022Listing removed--
    Source: RE/MAX International Report a problem
    9/2/2022Price change$389,900-2.5%$212/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2002688 Report a problem
    6/28/2022Listed for sale$399,900+60%$217/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAWE2002688 Report a problem
    6/15/2019Listing removed$249,900$136/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Elite #VAWE114550 Report a problem
    5/22/2019Listed for sale$249,900+66.6%$136/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Elite #VAWE114550 Report a problem
    3/11/2016Sold$150,000$82/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,026 $298,000
    2024$2,026 +9.7%$298,000
    2023$1,848 $298,000
    2022$1,848 +0.3%$298,000 +23%
    2021$1,841 $242,300
    2020$1,841 +16.9%$242,300
    2019$1,575 +3.2%$242,300
    2018$1,526 $242,300
    2017-- $242,300
    2016-- $242,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 22443

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: WASHINGTON & LEE
    • District: WESTMORELAND COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

    Source: The 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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