281 Richmond Road

Closed 9/29/23

Last Sold Price

$355,000

3 beds3 baths1,840 sqft$193/sqft

281 Richmond Rd, Colonial Beach, VA 22443

Description

Steps from the Potomac River... plus immediate access to a quaint lake from your back
yard? You must see the magic at 281 Richmond Road in Colonial Beach to believe it! Built in 1978 and tastefully updated through the years, this rancher-style abode spans
three bedrooms, three baths and more than 1,800 square feet. It sits on a spacious .51-
acre lot in the Ebb Tide Beach community, which includes amenities like a fishing pier,
gazebo, boat ramp and picnic pavilion (low annual HOA fees, folks!). With...Steps from the Potomac River... plus immediate access to a quaint lake from your back
yard? You must see the magic at 281 Richmond Road in Colonial Beach to believe it! Built in 1978 and tastefully updated through the years, this rancher-style abode spans
three bedrooms, three baths and more than 1,800 square feet. It sits on a spacious .51-
acre lot in the Ebb Tide Beach community, which includes amenities like a fishing pier,
gazebo, boat ramp and picnic pavilion (low annual HOA fees, folks!). With this location,
the shore of the Potomac River is approximately 1/10 th of a mile north of the residence! Zooming in on the acreage, the back yard is anchored by a wooden deck, vast green
space and there is a private pier overlooking a small lake where you can fish. You have
multiple spots for taking in such tranquil vistas! On the side of the home is a small shed
for storing lawn equipment and, out front, low-maintenance landscaping abounds
including select cacti. The home is brick with white siding – before heading inside, note the quaint front porch
for morning coffees or afternoon winddowns. Through the front door, you’re greeted with
open spaces and the home’s carpeted living room. To the right is double-door access to
the family room, which includes a large stone-clad fireplace. On the wall of the family
room, note a stereo control panel that controls speakers throughout the entire
residence! The flooring you see is gleaming luxury vinyl planking, which you will note
along your tour, too. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, black cabinets, blue counters, and
modern lighting. Just off the kitchen is the home’s first full bath, complete with a walk-in
shower and single sink. In this space you’ll also find the laundry set-up (the machinery
conveys). Off the home’s dining room is a hallway where you’ll find the home’s three bedrooms
and remaining two baths, inclusive of the primary suite. The primary suite includes a
sizeable closet and ensuite bath complete with tub/shower combo and single sink set-
up. All the bedrooms are carpeted! With this location you have seamless access to Virginia’s picturesque Northern Neck
region and so much more. The epicenter of Colonial Beach, with shopping, restaurants
and grocery options, is less than 15 minutes north. Dahlgren and the US-301 Harry Nice
Bridge are within 30 minutes north and Downtown Fredericksburg is approximately 40
minutes northwest. In between are several preserves, parks and golf courses for
recreation aplenty. The home is serviced by Westmoreland County Public Schools with Washington District
Elementary, Montross Middle and Washington & Lee High Schools as its designated
institutions. Amid so many features, the current owners will miss “going right up the street and being
on the beach.” Surely the next owner of 281 Richmond Road will cherish this as well.

LISTING CLOSED: 09/29/2023 12:00 AM

Listed by Leslie E Bullock III • RE/MAX Supercenter
P: (540)-621-6344 les@lesknowsrealestate.com

Property Details for 281 Richmond Road

Status

Closed

MLS #

VAWE2005110

Days on Market

Taxes

$1,502 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1978

Lot Size

0.51 AC / 22,216 SF

County

Westmoreland County

Tax ID Number

10B 4 D 25A

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Ranch/Rambler

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

Yes

Views

Pond

Garage

Subdivision

EBB TIDE BEACH

Subdivision

EBB TIDE BEACH (WESTMORELAND VA)

Legal Subdivision

EBB TIDE BEACH

Central Air

Basement

Above Grade Finished SQFT

1,840.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Estimated

New Construction

Property Condition

Very Good

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Building Information for 281 Richmond Road

Stories1Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size0.51 AC / 22,216 SF

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$1,930 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,804

Property Taxes

$125

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Property Information for 281 Richmond Road

Location

In City Limits: No
School District Name: WESTMORELAND COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School District County ID: 121137398432
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
High School: WASHINGTON AND LEE (WESTMORELAND VA)
County: WESTMORELAND

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: Yes
Water Access: Yes

Water Access Features: Private Access
Water Oriented: Yes
Water Body Type: Pond
Water Frontage In Feet: 100.0
Docks Count: 1
Dock Type and Features: Private
Slips Count: 0

Association / Community Info

HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Beach, Common Grounds, Picnic Area, Water/Lake Privileges, Pier/Dock, Boat Ramp
Senior Community: No

Association Recreation Fee Y/N: Yes
Association Recreation Fee: $100

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2017
Tax Assessed Value: $242,300

Year Assessed: 2017
County Tax: $1,502
Section: D
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Historic: No
Zoning: R
Tax Lot: 25 & 26
Tax Page Number: 357
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 3

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
Stories: Main

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - Carpet

Room 2

Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning

Room 3

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 4

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 6

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 7

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 9

Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 10

Room Type: Bathroom 3
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Building Level Count: 1
Total Finished SQFT: 1,840.00

Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Total SQFT: 1,840.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Brick
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8016/8021/0702/801680210702_512_384_WM_-zWaV5mTbX-mD7wk.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3
# Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Structure: Shed

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Pond, Level

Location Type: Pond
Parcel ID: 19771208

Parking

Type Of Parking: Driveway
Parking Features: Circular Driveway

Interior Features

Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Dining Area, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Formal/Separate Dining Room
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Stone, Wood
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Accessibility Features: None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.aryeo.com/v2/4f6cbdeb-413c-4505-be29-cd74fc63be06/videos/82406

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Secure Storage
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)

Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 281 Richmond Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 29, 2023	Closed BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	$355,000	—
Sep 28, 2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1519407238	$355,000	—
Aug 16, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	$359,900	—
Aug 16, 2023	Pending BRIGHT #VAWE2005110		—
Aug 16, 2023	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #VAWE2005110		—
Aug 16, 2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	$349,900	—
Jul 31, 2023	Expired BRIGHT #VAWE2004298		—
Mar 31, 2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE2004298	$349,900	—
Sep 30, 2022	Expired BRIGHT #VAWE2002688		—
Sep 2, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #VAWE2002688	$389,900	—
Jun 28, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE2002688	$399,900	—
Jun 28, 2019	Closed BRIGHT #VAWE114550	$249,000	—
Jun 14, 2019	Pending BRIGHT #VAWE114550		—
May 22, 2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE114550	$249,900	—
Mar 11, 2016	Closed BRIGHT #1002766636	$150,000	—
Feb 28, 2016	Pending BRIGHT #1002766636		—
Dec 3, 2015	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002766636	$199,900	—
Dec 31, 2014	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1007118342		—
Dec 31, 2014	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1007118458		—
Dec 31, 2014	Expired BRIGHT #1007118430	$209,900	—
Oct 9, 2014	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007118342	$269,900	—
Oct 8, 2014	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007118458	$239,900	—
Oct 8, 2014	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007118430	$209,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/29/2023	Closed BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	$355,000
09/28/2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1519407238	$355,000
08/16/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	$359,900
08/16/2023	Pending BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	—
08/16/2023	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	—
08/16/2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE2005110	$349,900
07/31/2023	Expired BRIGHT #VAWE2004298	—
03/31/2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE2004298	$349,900
09/30/2022	Expired BRIGHT #VAWE2002688	—
09/02/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #VAWE2002688	$389,900
06/28/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE2002688	$399,900
06/28/2019	Closed BRIGHT #VAWE114550	$249,000
06/14/2019	Pending BRIGHT #VAWE114550	—
05/22/2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAWE114550	$249,900
03/11/2016	Closed BRIGHT #1002766636	$150,000
02/28/2016	Pending BRIGHT #1002766636	—
12/03/2015	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002766636	$199,900
12/31/2014	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1007118342	—
12/31/2014	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1007118458	—
12/31/2014	Expired BRIGHT #1007118430	$209,900
10/09/2014	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007118342	$269,900
10/08/2014	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007118458	$239,900
10/08/2014	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007118430	$209,900

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

Public Records for 281 Richmond Road

Taxable ValueLand$60,900Additions$237,100Total$298,000

Tax Record2025$2,026 ($169 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,136 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,136 SqFtStories1Lot Size22,216 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978Year Renovated1990CountyWESTMORELANDAPN10B 4 D 25AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 281 Richmond Road

This home is within Westmoreland County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Washington District Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	3.0 mi
7/10	Montross Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	13.7 mi
4/10	Washington & Lee High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	10.7 mi
5/10	Cople Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	17.7 mi
NR	Monroe Bay Christian Academy	Private - Nearby school	10 to 12	1.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Washington District Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	3.0 mi
7/10	Montross Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	13.7 mi
4/10	Washington & Lee High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	10.7 mi
5/10	Cople Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	17.7 mi
NR	Monroe Bay Christian Academy Private10 to 12 Nearby school	1.4 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 281 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$355,000	3	3	1,840	22,216
269 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$274,000	3	3	2,582	–
255 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	–	3	2,676	–
321 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$250,000	–	2	3,224	–
280 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	–	1	1,764	–
262 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$225,000	3	2	1,354	0
294 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	–	1	1,422	–
310 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	3	2	1,656	–
164 East Potomac Drive, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	–	1	2,154	–
244 Richmond Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$310,000	3	2	1,600	0
186 East Potomac Drive, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$335,000	3	2	1,708	22,500
60 Guthrie Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	–	2	1,374	–
1151 Ebb Tide Drive, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$175,000	3	2	1,456	13,068
0 Richmond Street, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$15,000	–	–	–	10,890
100 East Potomac Drive, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	$230,000	–	1	1,586	–
78 Guthrie Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443	–	–	1	1,272	–

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