720 Bancroft Ave

2,260 Sq. Ft.
$235 / Sq. Ft.
2,260
Sq. Ft.
$235
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 720 Bancroft Avenue! Ideally located just two blocks from Monroe Bay and the Potomac River, this unique property offers flexible living space and a prime location in one of Colonial Beach’s most sought-after areas. The main home features an inviting covered front porch and an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area, perfect for gathering with family and friends. Two bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level, while the entire upstairs is dedicated to the primary owner's...Welcome to 720 Bancroft Avenue! Ideally located just two blocks from Monroe Bay and the Potomac River, this unique property offers flexible living space and a prime location in one of Colonial Beach’s most sought-after areas. The main home features an inviting covered front porch and an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area, perfect for gathering with family and friends. Two bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level, while the entire upstairs is dedicated to the primary owner's suite — complete with a spacious bedroom, full bath, living room, office nook, and a Juliette balcony offering a true private retreat. The 800 sqft detached addition/guest house expands the possibilities, currently used as a game room with a kitchenette, full bathroom, and a loft-style bedroom. This flexible space is ideal for multi-generational living, an in-law suite, or even an income-producing rental. Outdoor amenities include a custom gazebo, fire pit, swings, and a storage shed, all within a private and low-maintenance setting. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend beach house, or a property with rental potential, this home fits the bill. Located just minutes by golf cart to the beach, boardwalk, pier, restaurants, and boutique shops of downtown Colonial Beach.
  1. Listed by Jessica L Anthony • Coldwell Banker Elite
    P: (804)-761-2584 janthony@coldwellbankerelite.com
  2. Listed by Eric Nelson • Coldwell Banker Elite
    P: (202)-271-6050 enelson@coldwellbankerelite.com

Property Details for 720 Bancroft Avenue

Tax ID Number
3A1 2 38 5
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Coastal
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/17/2025 02:33 PM

Property Details for 720 Bancroft Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #VAWE2008768
Days on Market4
Taxes$3,302 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.00 AC / 0 SF
CountyWestmoreland County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Elite

Sold By Corcoran McEnearney

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Building Information for 720 Bancroft Avenue

Stories2Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.00 AC / 0 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,858 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,583

Property Taxes

$275

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 720 Bancroft Avenue

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: COLONIAL BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200396427
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: WESTMORELAND
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water Body Type: River
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Tax Assessed Value: $250,200
  • Year Assessed: 2017
  • County Tax: $1,551
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $202,700
  • City Town Tax: $1,751
  • Land Assessed Value: $47,500
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 007
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,260.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 19754274
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available, Water Available, Sewer Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • 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
  • List Agent URL: KingGeorge-RealEstate.com

Property History for 720 Bancroft Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

$530,000
May 1, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

May 1, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

Apr 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

$525,000
Nov 16, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1425335943

$335,000

+6.5% / yr

Nov 16, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE117358

$335,000
Oct 23, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE117358

Oct 21, 2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE117358

$335,000
Mar 2, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1303181066

$233,500

-2.2% / yr

Mar 2, 2015

Closed

BRIGHT #1003219080

$233,500
Feb 9, 2015

Pending

BRIGHT #1003219080

Oct 1, 2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003219080

$255,000
Jul 28, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007575442

$267,000
Jul 7, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007575442

Jan 31, 2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007575442

$285,000
May 13, 2013

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009760876

Feb 26, 2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009760876

$284,900
Feb 24, 2013

Expired

BRIGHT #1006949112

$299,900
Aug 24, 2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1006949112

$299,900
Jul 31, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1303178065

$265,000
Jul 14, 2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005167680

$265,000
Jun 5, 2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005167680

Feb 11, 2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005167680

$299,000
Apr 24, 2006

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE102924

$289,000
Mar 31, 2006

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE102924

Sep 6, 2005

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE110896

$299,000
Sep 6, 2005

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE113482

Sep 6, 2005

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE110896

Sep 3, 2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE102924

$299,000
Aug 19, 2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE113482

$299,000
Apr 29, 2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE110896

$320,000
Nov 8, 2004

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE113124

$125,000
Nov 8, 2004

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE113124

Oct 8, 2004

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE113124

$169,900
Sep 14, 1999

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE105584

$90,000
Aug 15, 1999

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE105584

Apr 8, 1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE105584

$109,500
Oct 23, 1998

Expired

BRIGHT #VAWE107918

$114,900
Apr 27, 1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE107918

$114,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

$530,000
05/01/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

05/01/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

04/28/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE2008768

$525,000
11/16/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1425335943

$335,000

+6.5% / yr

11/16/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE117358

$335,000
10/23/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE117358

10/21/2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE117358

$335,000
03/02/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1303181066

$233,500

-2.2% / yr

03/02/2015

Closed

BRIGHT #1003219080

$233,500
02/09/2015

Pending

BRIGHT #1003219080

10/01/2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003219080

$255,000
07/28/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007575442

$267,000
07/07/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007575442

01/31/2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007575442

$285,000
05/13/2013

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009760876

02/26/2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009760876

$284,900
02/24/2013

Expired

BRIGHT #1006949112

$299,900
08/24/2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1006949112

$299,900
07/31/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1303178065

$265,000
07/14/2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005167680

$265,000
06/05/2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005167680

02/11/2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005167680

$299,000
04/24/2006

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE102924

$289,000
03/31/2006

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE102924

09/06/2005

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE110896

$299,000
09/06/2005

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE113482

09/06/2005

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE110896

09/03/2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE102924

$299,000
08/19/2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE113482

$299,000
04/29/2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE110896

$320,000
11/08/2004

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE113124

$125,000
11/08/2004

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #VAWE113124

10/08/2004

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE113124

$169,900
09/14/1999

Closed

BRIGHT #VAWE105584

$90,000
08/15/1999

Pending

BRIGHT #VAWE105584

04/08/1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE105584

$109,500
10/23/1998

Expired

BRIGHT #VAWE107918

$114,900
04/27/1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #VAWE107918

$114,900

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

Public Records for 720 Bancroft Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$47,500Additions$303,900Total$351,400
Tax Record2025$1,476 ($123 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,666 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,666 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningDBCountyWESTMORELANDAPN3A1 2 38 5

Schools near 720 Bancroft Avenue

This home is within Colonial Beach Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Private - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Colonial Beach Elementary School
PublicPK to 7

Colonial Beach High School
Public8 to 12

Monroe Bay Christian Academy
Private8 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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