Classic river cottage overlooking the beautiful Rappahannock River; features sand beach, dock with rare boat house, boat lift; unique layout - house on left side (4 bedrooms), apartment on right side (1 bedroom); two kitchens; apartment has one full bathroom (not included in listing count); both offer great views of the River; renovated master bathroom; apartment offers extra rental income, overflow of house guests or you can escape the crowd in your own house and stay in the apartment! South Hill Banks offers a boat ramp, community beach and picnic area; short drive from Richmond - an hour or less
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
0.6 acresLot Size
$347Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Betsy Stanley• Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville Real Estate
Listed by Skipper Garrett• Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville Real Estate
Classic river cottage overlooking the beautiful Rappahannock River; features sand beach, dock with rare boat house, boat lift; unique layout - house on left side (4 bedrooms), apartment on right side (1 bedroom); two kitchens; apartment has one full bathroom (not included in listing count); both offer great views of the River; renovated master bathroom; apartment offers extra rental income, overflow of house guests or you can escape the crowd in your own house and stay in the apartment! South Hill Banks offers a boat ramp, community beach and picnic area; short drive from Richmond - an hour or less
CBRAR #2122510
Oct 25, 2021
Sold
$539,500
$261/sq ft
Jul 22, 2021
Listed
$539,500
$261/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,940
$300,000 + $234,500
$534,500
2025
$2,940 (−4.6%)
$300,000 + $234,500
$534,500
2024
$3,081
$250,000 + $172,050
$422,050
2023
$3,081
$250,000 + $172,050
$422,050
2022
$3,081 (−6.6%)
$250,000 + $172,050
$422,050
2020
$3,300 (−2.3%)
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2019
$3,377
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2018
$3,376
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2017
$3,377 (+4.7%)
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2014
$3,226 (+23.8%)
$250,000 + $125,100
$375,100
2013
$2,606
$250,000 + $125,100
$375,100
Tax history for 353 Riverside Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,940
$300,000 + $234,500
$534,500
2025
$2,940 (−4.6%)
$300,000 + $234,500
$534,500
2024
$3,081
$250,000 + $172,050
$422,050
2023
$3,081
$250,000 + $172,050
$422,050
2022
$3,081 (−6.6%)
$250,000 + $172,050
$422,050
2020
$3,300 (−2.3%)
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2019
$3,377
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2018
$3,376
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2017
$3,377 (+4.7%)
$250,000 + $133,700
$383,700
2014
$3,226 (+23.8%)
$250,000 + $125,100
$375,100
2013
$2,606
$250,000 + $125,100
$375,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Patio
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,064
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Navigable Water, River Front, Waterfront
Other Structures: Guest House
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront
Frontage Length: 102.0000
Water Body Name: Rappahannock
Lot Size : 0.6035
Lot Size Area: 0.6035
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.6035
Zoning Description: R-2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,300
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $75
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $6.25
Schools Information
Elementary School: Tappahannock
Middle Or Junior School: Essex
High School: Essex
Location Information
Directions: From Tappahannock-US Rte 17 S 8.7 miles; left Bowlers Rd; immediate right on Ashdale Rd; left Wildwood continue straight South Hill Banks Rd; left Pinetree Rd to end; right Riverside Dr; house on left
Subdivision Name: South Hill Banks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,064
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Essex County
APN: 54-A-2--18
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Essex Intermediate School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 11.7mi
3/10
Essex High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.0mi
4/10
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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
9/10 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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Center Cross, VA • 22437
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Estimated sale price
$680,000 – $823,000
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