1838 Muddy Gut Rd

Dunnsville, VA 22454

$439,000
Price
3
Beds
2,148 Sq. Ft.
$204 / Sq. Ft.
2,148
Sq. Ft.
$204
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Lovingly restored historic colonial farmhouse blending timeless charm with extensive modern upgrades on over 3.5 private acres, just minutes from the scenic Rappahannock River. This bright, spacious home features a large living room, formal dining room, beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, abundant storage, and a newly added full bathroom. Upstairs offers large bedrooms, refinished original heart pine floors, and a stunning clawfoot bathtub. Major improvements include new HVAC (2024),...Lovingly restored historic colonial farmhouse blending timeless charm with extensive modern upgrades on over 3.5 private acres, just minutes from the scenic Rappahannock River. This bright, spacious home features a large living room, formal dining room, beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, abundant storage, and a newly added full bathroom. Upstairs offers large bedrooms, refinished original heart pine floors, and a stunning clawfoot bathtub. Major improvements include new HVAC (2024), updated plumbing, significant electrical upgrades, new windows, new decking, restored flooring, and fresh paint throughout. Natural light fills every room, highlighting the home’s preserved character and thoughtful renovations. Outside, enjoy exceptional privacy surrounded by farmland and mature trees, with only one nearby neighbor. The property includes a large barn, original carriage house, multiple outbuildings, flowering bushes, and black walnut trees—ideal for homesteading, hobby farming, or peaceful country living. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully modernized historic retreat with space, charm, and versatility.
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Property Details for 1838 Muddy Gut Road

Architectural Style
Two Story
Subdivision Name
Rappahannock Shore
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/03/2026 03:11 PM

Property Details for 1838 Muddy Gut Road

StatusActive
MLS #2611386
Days on Market4
Taxes$1,119 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1873
Lot Size3.61 AC / 157,251 SF
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 1838 Muddy Gut Road

Stories2Year Built1873Building Size-Lot Size3.61 AC / 157,251 SF

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$2,304 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,211

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Property Information for 1838 Muddy Gut Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Dunnsville
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Directions: From Tappahannock head South on US-17/Tidewater Trail for approximately eight miles. Turn left onto Muddy Gut Road for 1.7 miles. 1838 Muddy Gut Rd is on the right across from a white single-story ranch-style house.
  • Latitude: 37.8372
  • Longitude: -76.7739
  • Postal City: Dunnsville
  • Postal Code: 22454
  • Postal Code Plus4: 2146
  • State Or Province: VA
  • Unparsed Address: 1838 Muddy Gut Rd
  • Zoning Description: R-1
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 47-1-3A
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,118.70
  • Tax Assessed Value: $203,400.00
  • Tax Legal Description: OAKSPRING AC 3.610 CL 2 0 16 0000 0001431 DS
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: Tappahannock
  • High School: Essex
  • Middle Or Junior School: Essex
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2148.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area: 2,148.00
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.61
  • Lot Size Area: 3.61
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Type of Property: Single Family
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1873
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • CLIP: 2,883,520,947
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • BathsTotal: 2.1
  • Room and Floor: Half Bath-First, Full Bath-Second, Full Bath-First, Dining Room-First, Laundry-First, Bedroom 3-Second, Bedroom 2-Second, Primary Bedroom-Second, Kitchen-First, Living Room-First
  • Room List: Half Bath, Full Bath, Dining Room, Laundry, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Fireplace
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Half Bath
  • Room Level 1: First
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Full Bath
  • Room Description 2: Shower
  • Room Level 2: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Full Bath
  • Room Description 3: Shower
  • Room Level 3: First
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Dining Room
  • Room Level 4: First
  • Room Length 4: 0.0
  • Room Width 4: 0.0
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Laundry
  • Room Level 5: First
  • Room Length 5: 0.0
  • Room Width 5: 0.0
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Bedroom3
  • Room Level 6: Second
  • Room Length 6: 0.0
  • Room Width 6: 0.0
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Bedroom2
  • Room Level 7: Second
  • Room Length 7: 0.0
  • Room Width 7: 0.0
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level 8: Second
  • Room Length 8: 0.0
  • Room Width 8: 0.0
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Kitchen
  • Room Level 9: First
  • Room Length 9: 0.0
  • Room Width 9: 0.0
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Living Room
  • Room Level 10: First
  • Room Length 10: 0.0
  • Room Width 10: 0.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Price Per Area Unit: Dollars Per Square Foot

Property History for 1838 Muddy Gut Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2611386

$439,000—
Sep 8, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518943079

$202,300

+7.4% / yr

Dec 9, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1349752415

$155,000

+24.2% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/30/2026

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2611386

$439,000
09/08/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518943079

$202,300

+7.4% / yr

12/09/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1349752415

$155,000

+24.2% / yr

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1838 Muddy Gut Road

Taxable ValueLand$60,500Additions$142,900Total$203,400
Tax Record2025$1,119 ($93 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,148 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,148 SqFtStories2Lot Size157,252 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1873Year Renovated1978ZoningR-1CountyESSEXAPN47 1 3A

Schools near 1838 Muddy Gut Road

This home is within Essex County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tappahannock Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Essex Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 8
Essex High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tappahannock Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Essex Intermediate School
Public5 to 8

Essex High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1838 Muddy Gut Road, Dunnsville, VA 22454

1838 Muddy Gut Road is a single family home for sale in Dunnsville, VA 22454. This property was listed for sale on April 30, 2026 by Listwithfreedom.com Inc, it's currently listed at $439,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on September 8, 2023. This listing's school district is Essex County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Tappahannock Elementary School, Essex Intermediate School and Essex High School. 1838 Muddy Gut Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,148 sqft single family home built in 1873.

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