The "Captain's House". This is an exquisite gem that makes you step back in time when real craftsman-built homes were made well. The floors and staircase are beautiful, and the home has been taken care of over the years. The house needs a little TLC . The boating water is superb. The Waterfrontage is extensive with 315 feet of Waterfront and well elevated parcel on Beautiful Woodas Creek. (NO FLOOD ZONE). This Parcel and Creek is a Sailboat draft waterman's dream! Close to East River and Mobjack Bay and the perfect harbor to tie up in for a storm, offers protection. The land is very private and beautiful and features a small and cute greenhouse. Perfect for gardening, installing an inground pool (high land- no flood zone). Two fireplaces, a beautiful one in the Large Living Room and a large Fireplace in the kitchen. Fall in love with this stunning picturesque environment. See yourself on these porches with your family. Memories are to be made here! Step back in time and see the "Captain's House" feel right at home. ...
Sold for $575,600 on 05/03/24
$575,600
Mathews, VA 23109
3beds
1,993sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
3.1 Acres Lot
$594,300 Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$2,005 Estimated rent
Home value
$594,300
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,005/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 23, 2025 at 01:57pm
Listed by:
Deborah A Morgan 804-815-8621,
Morgan & Edwards Real Estate
Bought with:
ReNaye Dame, 0225026679
Gloucester Realty Corporation
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR,MLS#: 2407781Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Large w/Water Views
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Description: Middle of upstairs, Water Views
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Additional room
- Description: Large Full Bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Additional room
- Description: Large full Renovated bath
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Additional room
- Description: Large on Front of home
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Description: Nice Size/double Doors to Water
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Description: Family Size w/Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Laundry
- Description: Large
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Description: VeryLarge w/ Fireplace, wood floors
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Stove
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, High Ceilings, Pantry, Greenhouse Window, Paneling/Wainscoting
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Insert
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,993 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,993
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Unpaved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Screened, Wrap Around, Porch
- Exterior features: Dock, Porch, Unpaved Driveway
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Waterfront features: Creek, Waterfront
- Body of water: Woodas Creek
- Frontage length: 315.2200,315.2200
Lot
- Size: 3.10 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Waterfront, Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 2522A
- Zoning description: WTRFRNT RESI
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Drywall, Frame, Mixed, Plaster
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Mathews
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Estate
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/3/2024 | Sold | $575,600+4.7%$289/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2407781 | ||
| 4/8/2024 | Pending sale | $549,900$276/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2407781 | ||
| 3/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $549,900$276/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2407781 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,841 +9.6% | $300,000 |
| 2024 | $1,680 | $300,000 |
| 2023 | $1,680 -2.5% | $300,000 +11.4% |
Neighborhood: 23109
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lee-Jackson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Thomas Hunter Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Mathews High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mathews
- Middle: Mathews
- High: Mathews
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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