2740 Dorset Ridge Rd

Powhatan, VA 23139

$565,000
Price
4
Beds
2,389 Sq. Ft.
$237 / Sq. Ft.
2,389
Sq. Ft.
$237
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on a private 4-acre lot in sought-after Dorset Ridge, this charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers peaceful seclusion and inviting comfort just minutes from Powhatan amenities and West Chester Commons. Tucked far back from the street down a long gravel drive, the setting feels like your own woodland retreat—private, quiet, and surrounded by nature. Inside is a classic circular floor plan that is homey and inviting! The spacious family room is anchored by a cozy gas fireplace and flows seamlessly...Nestled on a private 4-acre lot in sought-after Dorset Ridge, this charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers peaceful seclusion and inviting comfort just minutes from Powhatan amenities and West Chester Commons. Tucked far back from the street down a long gravel drive, the setting feels like your own woodland retreat—private, quiet, and surrounded by nature. Inside is a classic circular floor plan that is homey and inviting! The spacious family room is anchored by a cozy gas fireplace and flows seamlessly into the eat-in kitchen—featuring stainless steel appliances, new Bosch dishwasher, a peninsula bar, and a sunny breakfast nook overlooking the trees. A formal dining room with hardwood floors and chair rail offers an elegant space for gatherings, while the flexible front room can serve as a home office or den! The first floor is accompanied by direct access to the finished garage, half bath, and laundry/mudroom area with new LG washer/dryer. Upstairs, the primary suite features a large walk-in closet and a private bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath, and the 20-foot bonus room provides incredible versatility—perfect for a 4th bedroom, media room, rec space, or craft studio! Plus, a deep walk-in attic off this space offers exceptional storage! Step outside to your favorite spot—the screened porch—complete with a stone gas fireplace and pre-wired connection for an outdoor TV, creating the perfect year-round entertaining area overlooking the peaceful, wooded backyard! The property also includes a partially fenced rear yard, detached storage shed, attached 2-car garage, and a well established yard with tulips, irises, hydrangeas, etc! Additional highlights include a free Chem-Dry carpet cleaning service transferable to the next owners within the next 6 months, newer HVAC, and a newly stained back deck! If you’ve been dreaming of a private, wooded Powhatan retreat that blends comfort, style, and tranquility—welcome home to 2740 Dorset Ridge Road.

Property Details for 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

Architectural Style
Two Story
Subdivision Name
Dorset Ridge
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/20/2025 02:09 PM

Property Details for 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #2531732
Days on Market37
Taxes$2,892 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2006
Lot Size4.01 AC / 174,588 SF
CountyPowhatan County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Long & Foster REALTORS, Cabell Childress
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Building Information for 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

Stories2Year Built2006Building Size-Lot Size4.01 AC / 174,588 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,033 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,792

Property Taxes

$241

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Powhatan
  • County Or Parish: Powhatan
  • Directions: Follow GPS - Anderson Hwy > Dorset Rd > Dorset Ridge Rd
  • Latitude: 37.511609
  • Longitude: -77.831977
  • Postal City: Powhatan
  • Postal Code: 23139
  • Postal Code Plus4: 7546
  • State Or Province: VA
  • Unparsed Address: 2740 Dorset Ridge Rd
  • Zoning Description: R-U
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 041D-4-28
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,892.48
  • Tax Assessed Value: $452,700.00
  • Tax Legal Description: DORSET RIDGE LOT 28 SEC 4
  • Tax Lot: 28
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Flat Rock
  • High School: Powhatan
  • Middle Or Junior School: Powhatan
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Unpaved
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Unpaved
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2389.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 2,389.00
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.008
  • Lot Size Area: 4.008
  • 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: 2006
  • Year Built Details: Actual
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Shed, Unpaved Driveway
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Partial
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • BathsTotal: 2.1
  • Room and Floor: Bedroom 4-Second, Bedroom 3-Second, Bedroom 2-Second, Primary Bedroom-Second, Additional Room-First, Kitchen-First, Family Room-First, Dining Room-First, Office-First, Laundry-First, Foyer-First, Half Bath-First, Full Bath-Second
  • Room List: Full Bath, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Additional Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Office, Laundry, Foyer, Half Bath
  • Cooling: Electric, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Dining Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Fireplace, High Ceilings, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk In Closets
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Screened
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Full Bath
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Bedroom4
  • Room Description 2: Carpet, CF, Flex as Rec/Media/Craft Room
  • Room Level 2: Second
  • Room Dimensions 2: 21.1 x 19.11
  • Room Length 2: 21.1
  • Room Width 2: 19.11
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Bedroom3
  • Room Description 3: Carpet, Walk-In Closet, CF
  • Room Level 3: Second
  • Room Dimensions 3: 11.9 x 16.4
  • Room Length 3: 11.9
  • Room Width 3: 16.4
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Bedroom2
  • Room Description 4: Carpet, Closet, CF
  • Room Level 4: Second
  • Room Dimensions 4: 13.1 x 11.3
  • Room Length 4: 13.1
  • Room Width 4: 11.3
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Description 5: Carpet, W/I Closet, En-Suite
  • Room Level 5: Second
  • Room Dimensions 5: 13.1 x 17.5
  • Room Length 5: 13.1
  • Room Width 5: 17.5
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Additional Room
  • Room Description 6: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Level 6: First
  • Room Dimensions 6: 11.9 x 11.11
  • Room Length 6: 11.9
  • Room Width 6: 11.11
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Kitchen
  • Room Description 7: Eat-In, SS, Island/Bar Seating
  • Room Level 7: First
  • Room Dimensions 7: 13.1 x 8.10
  • Room Length 7: 13.1
  • Room Width 7: 8.1
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Family Room
  • Room Description 8: Carpet, CF, Gas FP, Access to Screen Porch
  • Room Level 8: First
  • Room Dimensions 8: 21.10 x 13.8
  • Room Length 8: 21.1
  • Room Width 8: 13.8
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Dining Room
  • Room Description 9: Hardwoods, Chair Rail
  • Room Level 9: First
  • Room Dimensions 9: 13.1 x 11.6
  • Room Length 9: 13.1
  • Room Width 9: 11.6
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Office
  • Room Description 10: Carpet, Flex as Den
  • Room Level 10: First
  • Room Dimensions 10: 13.0 x 11.2
  • Room Length 10: 13.0
  • Room Width 10: 11.2
Room 11
  • Room Type 11: Laundry
  • Room Description 11: Direct Entry
  • Room Level 11: First
  • Room Dimensions 11: 7.6 x 6.2
  • Room Length 11: 7.6
  • Room Width 11: 6.2
Room 12
  • Room Type 12: Foyer
  • Room Description 12: Hardwoods
  • Room Level 12: First
  • Room Dimensions 12: 7.2 x 4.0
  • Room Length 12: 7.2
  • Room Width 12: 4.0
Room 13
  • Room Type 13: Half Bath
  • Room Level 13: First
Room 14
  • Room Type 14: Full Bath
  • Room Description 14: Tub & Shower
  • Room Level 14: Second
Rental
Rental Information
  • Price Per Area Unit: Dollars Per Square Foot

Property History for 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2025

Price Change

CVRMLS #2531732

$565,000—
Nov 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2531732

$599,999—
Nov 17, 2025

Withdrawn

CVRMLS #2528876

—
Oct 18, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

CVRMLS #2528876

—
Oct 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2528876

$599,999—
Oct 27, 2009

Sold

CVRMLS #OLD2917393

$295,000—
Oct 26, 2009

Sold

CVRMLS #2917393

$295,000—
Oct 15, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1092039406

$295,000

-4.3% / yr

Sep 30, 2009

Pending

CVRMLS #OLD2917393

—
Jun 1, 2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #OLD2917393

$295,000—
May 31, 2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2917393

$295,000—
May 28, 2009

Withdrawn

CVRMLS #OLD2905087

—
May 27, 2009

Withdrawn

CVRMLS #2905087

—
Feb 13, 2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #OLD2905087

$339,900—
Feb 12, 2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2905087

$339,900—
Dec 15, 2006

Sold

CVRMLS #OLD2622421

$334,900—
Dec 7, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1092042026

$334,900—
Nov 30, 2006

Pending

CVRMLS #OLD2622421

—
Jul 3, 2006

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #OLD2622421

$349,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2025

Price Change

CVRMLS #2531732

$565,000
11/18/2025

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2531732

$599,999
11/17/2025

Withdrawn

CVRMLS #2528876

—
10/18/2025

Temporarily Off Market

CVRMLS #2528876

—
10/17/2025

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2528876

$599,999
10/27/2009

Sold

CVRMLS #OLD2917393

$295,000
10/26/2009

Sold

CVRMLS #2917393

$295,000
10/15/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1092039406

$295,000

-4.3% / yr

09/30/2009

Pending

CVRMLS #OLD2917393

—
06/01/2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #OLD2917393

$295,000
05/31/2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2917393

$295,000
05/28/2009

Withdrawn

CVRMLS #OLD2905087

—
05/27/2009

Withdrawn

CVRMLS #2905087

—
02/13/2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #OLD2905087

$339,900
02/12/2009

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #2905087

$339,900
12/15/2006

Sold

CVRMLS #OLD2622421

$334,900
12/07/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1092042026

$334,900
11/30/2006

Pending

CVRMLS #OLD2622421

—
07/03/2006

Listed (Active)

CVRMLS #OLD2622421

$349,000

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

Public Records for 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$113,500Additions$339,200Total$452,700
Tax Record2025$3,395 ($283 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,389 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,389 SqFtStories2Lot Size174,588 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006ZoningR-UCountyPOWHATANAPN041D-4-28

Schools near 2740 Dorset Ridge Road

This home is within Powhatan County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Flat Rock Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Pocahontas Middle School
Public - K to 1
Powhatan Jr. High School
Public - 6 to 8
Powhatan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Flat Rock Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Pocahontas Middle School
PublicK to 1

Powhatan Jr. High School
Public6 to 8

Powhatan 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 2740 Dorset Ridge Road, Powhatan, VA 23139

2740 Dorset Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Powhatan, VA 23139. This property was listed for sale on November 18, 2025 by Long & Foster REALTORS, it's currently listed at $565,000. It has been on the market for a total of 37 days and was last sold on October 27, 2009. This listing's school district is Powhatan County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Flat Rock Elementary School, Pocahontas Middle School and Powhatan Jr. High School. 2740 Dorset Ridge Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,389 sqft single family home built in 2006.

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Listing Courtesy of Long & Foster REALTORS, Cabell Childress

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