Enjoy breathtaking Rappahannock River views from this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home! Featuring two additional bonus rooms currently used as bedrooms, there is plenty of space for family and guests. The home also offers a spacious entertainment room, a large deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a private boathouse. Enjoy the water with two new Jet Ski lifts installed within the past three years. Two HVAC systems have also been replaced within the past three years. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a waterfront getaway, this property offers the perfect combination of comfort, recreation, and stunning river views!
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
$218Price/Sq.Ft.
$10/moHOA Dues
Listed by Charles Faulkner• Historyland Realty LLC
Welcome to 277 Riverside Dr! This amazing waterfront home is nestled on the banks of the Rappahannock River in South Hill Banks in Essex County! This spacious home has amazing views of the River overlooking it's own private dock and boat house! One owner home and custom built in 1985 - 2817 sf on two levels with plenty of space indoors and out for large family gatherings and for making lifelong memories! On the first level - you will find a living room with gas fireplace, dining room, eat in kitchen, gorgeous sun room overlooking the incredible view , primary bedroom with private bath and 2nd bedroom with full hall bath! Downstairs there is a cozy family room, a nice sized office/study (or rec room), a 3rd room the current owners use as a guest bedroom and a full bath. Outside - you will love relaxing on the screening porch ( with vinyl windows that can stay up or down) , sitting on the deck by the water watching the Ospreys and the boats go by, and best of all- having your own dock and boat house with boat lift! Come live the Rivah life!
NNAR #110903
Oct 22, 2021
Sold
$625,000
$182/sq ft
Aug 30, 2021
Listed
$625,000
$182/sq ft
CVRMLS #2126787
Oct 22, 2021
Sold
$625,000
$182/sq ft
Sep 16, 2021
Pending
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Sep 16, 2021
Price Changed
$625,000
$182/sq ft
Aug 28, 2021
Listed
$649,000
$189/sq ft
+45
Welcome to 277 Riverside Dr! This amazing waterfront home is nestled on the banks of the Rappahannock River in South Hill Banks! This spacious home has amazing views of the River overlooking it's own private dock and boat house! One owner home and custom built in 1985 - 2817 sf on two levels with plenty of space indoor and out for large family gatherings and for making lifelong memories! On the first level -you will find a living room with gas fireplace, dining room, eat in kitchen, gorgeous sun room overlooking the incredible view, a primary bedroom with private bath and 2nd bedroom and full hall bath! Downstairs there is a cozy family room, a nice sized office/study (or kids rec room) and a 3rd room the current owners use as a bedroom for guests. Outside - You will love relaxing on the screened in porch (with vinyl windows that can stay up or down), sitting on the deck by the water watching the Ospreys and the boats go by, and best of all - having your own dock and boat house with boat lift! South Hill Banks has a neighborhood boat ramp and beach! Voluntary community association is $75 a year! Come live the Rivah life!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,248
$300,000 + $290,500
$590,500
2025
$3,248 (−12.6%)
$300,000 + $290,500
$590,500
2024
$3,716
$250,000 + $259,000
$509,000
2023
$3,716
$250,000 + $259,000
$509,000
2022
$3,716 (−8.1%)
$250,000 + $259,000
$509,000
2020
$4,042 (−2.3%)
$250,000 + $220,000
$470,000
2019
$4,136
$250,000 + $220,000
$470,000
2018
$4,136
$250,000 + $220,000
$470,000
2017
$4,136 (+4.0%)
$250,000 + $220,000
$470,000
2014
$3,978 (+23.8%)
$250,000 + $212,500
$462,500
2013
$3,214
$250,000 + $212,500
$462,500
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,829
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,829
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
54-A-2--14
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Center Cross, VA • 22437
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 277 Riverside Dr
$745,610
$3,390 under list price of $749K
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