This classic 4 Bedroom Cape Cod in the heart of Tappahannock has been completely renovated blending timeless charm with modern updates...new beaded board & batten vinyl siding, new windows, new roof, new gutters, new automatic foundation vents, newly refinished hardwood floors downstairs and newly refinished pine floors upstairs, newly painted interior, new water heater, new ceiling fans thruout, lovely Sunroom on rear with awnings, wide molding, wainscoting, solid doors, pulldown attic & dual heat pumps. Upstairs is perfect layout for multi generational living (Mother-in-law Suite) as there is a 2nd Kitchen & 2nd utility. Rebuilt front porch is lovely and perfect for the rocking chair! Detached 2-Car Garage with 2 attached storage rooms are a plus. Walk to many of Town's shops, restaurants, Town Park on the Rappahannock River, new Central Park, Essex County Museum, Essex County Library, Tappahannock Art Gallery, seasonal monthly Farmer's Market, Rappahannock River Valley Wildlife Refuge, Marina, Town public boat ramp, minutes from Mall shopping, Hobbs Hole Golf Course, health care facilities and VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital. For the boat lovers the Rappahannock River has great freshwater & saltwater fishing and inviting water activities. One Hour to Richmond & Fredericksburg and 1.5 Hrs. to D. C. & Colonial Williamsburg. Call to see this GEM of a home.
Sold for $323,000 on 08/18/25
$323,000
819 Essex St, Tappahannock, VA 22560
4beds
1,939sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.33 Acres Lot
$323,000 Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 19, 2025 at 04:19am
Listed by:
Patti Minor 804-445-5465,
Hometown Realty Services, Inc.
Bought with:
NON MEMBER
Non Subscribing Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAES2000874

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 4
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Double Sink, Flooring - HardWood, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Dining Area, Flooring - Wood, Pantry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Other
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 7
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump, Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Main Level, Upper Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Laminate, Wood
- Doors: Insulated, French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,939
- Total interior livable area: 1,939 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,939
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Storage, Gravel, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 32B18D34A
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Block
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Tappahannock
- Subdivision: Wakefield Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top