Last Sold Price
5 beds5,000 sqft$87/sqft
2086 Defense Rd, Petersburg, VA 23805

Description

Welcome to 2086 Defense Road the best price per sqft home on the market! — a stunning all-brick home nestled on 3.5 private acres complete with a pond and inground pool! This 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home perfectly blends character, comfort, and country charm while still offering an easy commute. Step inside and you’ll find spacious living areas filled with natural light and a cozy gas fireplace for those cooler evenings. One of the true highlights is the massive 1,000 sq. ft. screened sunroom overlooking...Welcome to 2086 Defense Road the best price per sqft home on the market! — a stunning all-brick home nestled on 3.5 private acres complete with a pond and inground pool! This 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home perfectly blends character, comfort, and country charm while still offering an easy commute. Step inside and you’ll find spacious living areas filled with natural light and a cozy gas fireplace for those cooler evenings. One of the true highlights is the massive 1,000 sq. ft. screened sunroom overlooking the pond and pool — the perfect space to unwind, entertain, or simply take in the peaceful views. You’ll also enjoy fishing rights to the pond and plenty of room for outdoor fun, gardening, or quiet relaxation surrounded by nature. Located just seconds from I-85, 10 minutes to Fort Gregg-Adams, and 15 minutes to Dinwiddie, this home offers the ideal balance of privacy and convenience. If you’ve been dreaming of a home with space to spread out, water views, and timeless character, 2086 Defense Rd is the one to see!
LISTING CLOSED: 01/29/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Rick Cox • Brokerage DRE #226032752 • The Rick Cox Realty Group
    P: (804) 920-1738 rick@rickcoxrealty.com
  2. Listed by Cameron Gizzi • Brokerage DRE #226032752 • The Rick Cox Realty Group
    P: (804) 729-1200 C: (804) 729-1200 soldbygizzirva@gmail.com

Property Details for 2086 Defense Road

Status
MLS #
2528599
Days on Market
11
Taxes
$4,663 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1966
Lot Size
3.40 AC / 148,104 SF
Architectural Style
Tri-Level
Subdivision Name
None
Waterfront Features
Pond, Water Access, Walk To Water, Waterfront
Waterfront
Yes

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$377,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

97.6%

Petersburg, VA

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$429,950 | 3120 Denise Road, Petersburg, VA 23805
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Sold 12/29/25

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Sold 04/17/25

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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Rick Cox Realty Group, Rick Cox; The Rick Cox Realty Group, Cameron Gizzi

Sold By The Rick Cox Realty Group, Cameron Gizzi

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Building Information for 2086 Defense Road

Stories1Year Built1966Building Size-Lot Size3.40 AC / 148,104 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,600 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,211

Property Taxes

$389

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2086 Defense Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Petersburg
  • City Region: Defense Road
  • County Or Parish: Petersburg
  • Latitude: 37.197093
  • Longitude: -77.419168
  • Postal City: Petersburg
  • Postal Code: 23805
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1808
  • State Or Province: VA
  • Unparsed Address: 2086 Defense Rd
  • View: Water
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: R-1A
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 070-080001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,663.44
  • Tax Assessed Value: $437,000.00
  • Tax Legal Description: WESTBORNE 3.4 ACRES PARCEL D
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • Elementary School: Pleasants Lane
  • High School: Petersburg
  • Middle Or Junior School: Vernon Johns
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Finished Garage
  • Garage Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Finished Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5000.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area: 5,000.00
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.4
  • Lot Size Area: 3.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • 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: 1966
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Development Name: Defense Road
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: None
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • BathsTotal: 3.1
  • Room and Floor: Half Bath-First, Full Bath-Second, Full Bath-First
  • Room List: Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Electric, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Built In Features, Bedroom On Main Level, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Double Vanity, Fireplace, High Speed Internet, Jetted Tub, Main Level Primary, Wired For Data, Walk In Closets
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Levels: One, Multi Split
  • Patio And Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Patio
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Full Bath
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Half Bath
  • Room Level 2: First
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Full Bath
  • Room Description 3: Tub & Shower
  • Room Level 3: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Full Bath
  • Room Description 4: Tub & Shower
  • Room Level 4: First
Rental
Rental Information
  • Price Per Area Unit: Dollars Per Square Foot

Property History for 2086 Defense Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2026

Sold

CVRMLS #2528599

$435,000
Nov 10, 2025

Pending

CVRMLS #2528599

Oct 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2528599

$459,950
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2026

Sold

CVRMLS #2528599

$435,000
11/10/2025

Pending

CVRMLS #2528599

10/28/2025

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2528599

$459,950

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

Public Records for 2086 Defense Road

Taxable ValueLand$95,000Additions$342,000Total$437,000
Tax Record2019$4,031 ($336 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,332 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,332 SqFtStories1Lot Size148,104 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1966Year Renovated1994ZoningR-1ACountyPETERSBURG CITYAPN070080001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2086 Defense Road

This home is within Petersburg City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cool Spring Elementary
PublicK to 5

Vernon Johns Middle School
Public6 to 8

Petersburg High School
Public9 to 12

Pleasants Lane Elementary
PublicK to 5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 2086 Defense Road, Petersburg, VA 23805
$435,000
5
5,000
148,104
$575,000
4
5,005
384,199
774,671
133,900
720,787
34,412
3
3
2,404
26,998

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Listing Courtesy of The Rick Cox Realty Group, Rick Cox; The Rick Cox Realty Group, Cameron Gizzi

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