Last Sold Price
4 beds3,460 sqft$289/sqft
391 Steamboat Rd, Irvington, VA 22480

Description

Set on the shores of Carter’s Creek in one of Irvington’s most sought-after waterfront enclaves, Captain’s Quarters is a rare in-town opportunity to restore and reimagine a classic Tidewater home on deep, protected water with sweeping coastal views. Arriving via charming Steamboat Road, the setting does the talking: long vistas across the creek, a feeling of privacy held by the shoreline, and immediate access for boating, paddling, and unhurried days on the water. Inside, early timber floors, simple...Set on the shores of Carter’s Creek in one of Irvington’s most sought-after waterfront enclaves, Captain’s Quarters is a rare in-town opportunity to restore and reimagine a classic Tidewater home on deep, protected water with sweeping coastal views. Arriving via charming Steamboat Road, the setting does the talking: long vistas across the creek, a feeling of privacy held by the shoreline, and immediate access for boating, paddling, and unhurried days on the water. Inside, early timber floors, simple traditional trim, generous water-facing windows, a gently bowed dining-room window, and a handsome masonry fireplace speak to the home’s provenance and invite a design-led renovation. A firelit study offers a quiet place to read or work, while the corner dining room is washed in natural light. The bright country kitchen is designed for sociable living, with extensive cabinetry and an oversized island; doors open to the dining deck and broad brick terrace, creating easy indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The creekfront first-floor primary suite keeps the water close, with a generous bay window, glazed doors to the terrace, and its own fireplace for year-round comfort. Supporting spaces include a separate dressing room, walk-in closet, and a large bath with double vanity and soaking tub—excellent scale for a future spa-like redesign. Outside, the rare in-town one-acre site offers approx. 212’ of shoreline plus a private dock and seldom-offered boathouse—step from lawn to boat and out onto the creek and beyond. The grounds leave room to shape what comes next: a pool, layered gardens, or a waterfront pavilion. Best of all is Irvington itself: a walkable Northern Neck village with boutiques, galleries, wine bars, and beloved local traditions—from farmers’ market mornings to waterfront dining and marinas—making coastal living feel both refined and relaxed—an exceptional canvas in an enduring Chesapeake setting.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/16/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Emily E. Carter • Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate
    P: (804) 436-4949 emily@carterrealestate.com
  2. Listed by Emily C Donofrio • Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate
    P: (804) 761-1488 emilyd@carterrealestate.com

Property Details for 391 Steamboat Road

Status
MLS #
202600043
Days on Market
62
Taxes
$7,217 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
1.05 AC / 45,738 SF
Architectural Style
Two Story, Victorian
Waterfront Features
Creek, Waterfront
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
R1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate, Emily E. Carter; Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate, Emily C Donofrio

Sold By IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate, David Edward Dew; IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate, Kathleen Horsley Dew

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Building Information for 391 Steamboat Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size1.05 AC / 45,738 SF

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$5,684 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,083

Property Taxes

$601

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Property Information for 391 Steamboat Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: End of Steamboat Road in Irvington.
  • Latitude: 37.655436
  • Longitude: -76.422874
  • MLS Area Major: 110 - Lancaster
  • Water Body Name: Carters Creek
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 33-363
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,217.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 1262800
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lancaster
  • High School: Lancaster
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lancaster
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, No Garage, Off Street, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 212.0
  • Frontage Length Numeric: 212.0
  • Frontage Length Remarks: 212.0000
  • Lot Features: Waterfront, Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.05
  • Lot Size Area: 1.05
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3460.0
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Living Area: 3460.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Historic
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Boat House
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Plaster, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Masonry
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Wired for Data, Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Screens

Property History for 391 Steamboat Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2026

Sold

CBRAR #202600043

$1,000,000
Mar 14, 2026

Pending

CBRAR #202600043

Jan 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

CBRAR #202600043

$1,298,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2026

Sold

CBRAR #202600043

$1,000,000
03/14/2026

Pending

CBRAR #202600043

01/10/2026

Listed (Active)

CBRAR #202600043

$1,298,000

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

Public Records for 391 Steamboat Road

Taxable ValueLand$500,000Additions$735,300Total$1,235,300
Tax Record2025$68 ($6 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,416 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,416 SqFtStories2Lot Size33,541 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningR1CountyLANCASTERAPN33 363Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 391 Steamboat Road

This home is within Lancaster County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lancaster Elementary School
PublicK to 7

Lancaster High School
Public8 to 12

Chesapeake Academy
PrivatePK to 8

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: 391 Steamboat Road, Irvington, VA 22480
$1,000,000
4
3,460
45,738
4
4
4,502
26,136
4
3.5
4,116
12,197
3
3
1,914
37,157
$1,100,000
4
4,876
138,520
4
3
3,203
105,415

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Listing Courtesy of Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate, Emily E. Carter; Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate, Emily C Donofrio

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