5403 Ark Road

Closed 10/31/23
Closed 10/31/23
Stunning Views from the main cottage!
Expansive waterfront
Historic Cottage modernized from the 1800's.
View from driveway of main cottage
Wonderful screened porch.
Views from Screened porch
Just the right amount of shade and sun.
Rear of home has an outdoor shower area too!
Hardwood floored living room with a fireplace, vaulted ceiling with beams, and ceiling fan
Look at those views! Rustic hardwood floors. Built in shelving. High beamed ceiling.
Entrance from the screened???????????????????????????????? porch.
Dining space featuring hardwood flooring
Looking back towards the kitchen.
Primary bedroom has great views. Gas fireplace in living room.
Hardwood floored dining space featuring lofted ceiling with beams and a high ceiling
Hardwood floored dining room with vaulted ceiling with beams, built in features, a high ceiling, and a fireplace
Propane cooktop.
Kitchen with light countertops, white appliances, hanging light fixtures, and light tile floors
Kitchen with white fridge and stainless steel microwave
Pantry and a laundry closet behind those doors.
Kitchen has plenty of cabinet space as well as a pantry.
Primary bedroom
Great views from Primary Bedroom
Wake up to these expansive views!
Home office with a healthy amount of sunlight
Bathroom in main cottage. Tub and you can shower as well.
2nd bedroom
3rd Bedroom featuring light hardwood floors and ceiling fan
Guest cottage has fantastic screened porch just like the main cottage. Plus a deck facing the water !
Guest cottage with Tin roof
Screened porch of Guest cottage
Kitchen, dining and living room area of guest cottage.
Another view of living room and dining area- Sliding door to deck.
Living room/ deck and water views!
Kitchen area in guest cottage
Dining area with beam ceiling, & light hardwood flooring.
Kitchen featuring dark countertops, hardwood floors, a wall unit AC, brown cabinets, white fridge, and beam ceiling
Bedroom of guest cottage with multiple windows, beam ceiling, light hardwood flooring, and ceiling fan
Bath off bedroom of guest cottage
Bedroom with beam ceiling, ceiling fan, and multiple windows
Tiled shower in guest cottage bathroom
View from deck of guest cottage
Water view with a dock
Pier with lift, water, electric.
Lots of storage under the guest cottage.
View back of both homes from pier.
View of front of property
Dock area with a water view
Deep water!
Inside has high ceilings and open floorplan.
Last Sold Price
$610,000
4 beds1,251 sqft$488/sqft
5403 Ark Rd, Gloucester, VA 23061

Description

Stunning Waterfront Property! Expansive views and ready for all your water toys! Pier with lift, electric and water. Two cottages- both with great views, large screened porches as well as decks. The main house offers high ceilings and open floorplan. Kitchen has plenty of cabinet space, pantry and steps out onto a small deck. The main cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, a gas fireplace, stunning large screened porch, outside shower, and expansive views! The smaller cottage has stunning screened porch,...Stunning Waterfront Property! Expansive views and ready for all your water toys! Pier with lift, electric and water. Two cottages- both with great views, large screened porches as well as decks. The main house offers high ceilings and open floorplan. Kitchen has plenty of cabinet space, pantry and steps out onto a small deck. The main cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, a gas fireplace, stunning large screened porch, outside shower, and expansive views! The smaller cottage has stunning screened porch, large deck, lots of storage below for boats, chairs or small car. This cottage offers full kitchenette, open floorplan, and full tiled bathroom. As an added plus, the seller would like to rent back the smaller cottage for built in instant income. Lots of workshop & storage in detached garage plus under small cottage. Don't let this waterfront paradise get away!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/31/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Leanne Hester • Liz Moore & Associates
    P: (804) 694-7427 leannehester@lizmoore.com

Property Details for 5403 Ark Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
2322957
Days on Market
13
Taxes
$1,983 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1870
Lot Size
0.65 AC / 28,314 SF
County
Gloucester County
Architectural Style
Bungalow, Cottage, Ranch
View
Water
Has View
Yes
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
SF-1

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$565,000

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

101.1%

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Stories1Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.65 AC / 28,314 SF

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Property Information for 5403 Ark Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Rt 17 to Ark Road to the end.
  • Latitude: 37.393521
  • Longitude: -76.651145
  • MLS Area Major: 116 - Gloucester
  • Water Body Name: York River
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 029D-1-1
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,983.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 439850
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • Elementary School: Bethel
  • High School: Gloucester
  • Middle Or Junior School: Peasley
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Unpaved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.65
  • Lot Size Area: 0.65
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1251.0
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Living Area: 1251.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Year Built Details: Actual
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Garage(s), Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Storage
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Attic Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Laminate Counters
  • Total Rooms: 4
  • Water Heater: Electric

Property History for 5403 Ark Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 31, 2023

Sold

CBRAR #2322957

$610,000—
Oct 25, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522450780

$610,000—
Oct 4, 2023

Pending

CBRAR #2322957

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/31/2023

Sold

CBRAR #2322957

$610,000
10/25/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522450780

$610,000
10/04/2023

Pending

CBRAR #2322957

—

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

Public Records for 5403 Ark Road

Taxable ValueLand$235,910Additions$242,660Total$478,570
Tax Record2025$2,938 ($245 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt954 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt954 SqFtStories1Lot Size28,314 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1870ZoningSF-1CountyGLOUCESTERAPN27193

Schools near 5403 Ark Road

This home is within Gloucester County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bethel Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Peasley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Gloucester High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bethel Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Peasley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gloucester 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5403 Ark Road, Gloucester, VA 23061
$610,000
4
1,251
28,314
5409 Ark Road, Gloucester, VA 23061
$244,900
3
2
1,952
21,780
5-ac Ark Road, Gloucester, VA 23061
$65,000
–
–
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217,800
5427 Ark Road, Gloucester, VA 23061
$360,000
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1,720
71,874
6726 Allmondsville Road, Gloucester, VA 23061
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3
3
3,361
87,120
6742 Allmondsville Road, Gloucester, VA 23061
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3,281
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