For sale

$285,000

Est. $1,746/mo —

•

1,326

sq ft

196 Sandy Rd, Diggs, VA 23045

About this home

Escape to peaceful Mathews County! Situated on 7.96 acres along a private road, this charming 1,326-square-foot farmhouse offers the perfect blend of country living, privacy, and coastal convenience.Inside, you’ll find 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a spacious, inviting floor plan. The home features a large living room, dedicated dining room, and roomy kitchen, along with a separate laundry room and sunroom that offers additional space to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.Outside, the possibilities are endless! The property features a barn with multiple stalls, two large pastures, and a chicken coop, making it ideal for horses, hobby farming, or anyone dreaming of their own homestead.Enjoy the peace and quiet of rural living while being just minutes from Haven Beach and the beautiful waters of the Chesapeake Bay.This could be the family farm your kids tell their kids about!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

7.96 acresLot Size

$215Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Kyle Davis • RE/MAX Capital

Listing updated: Oct 22, 2026 at 05:30pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:REINMLS #10658934

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$1,746 per month

Principal and interest$1,575

Property taxes

$81

HOA dues

Home insurance

$90

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lee-Jackson Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.1mi

8/10

Thomas Hunter Middle School

Public 5-7 • Assigned • 3.1mi

5/10

Mathews High School

Public 8-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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196 Sandy Rd · $285,000

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$290K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $290K+ is a strong offer

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Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Pull-down attic stairs

Bedrooms
2 bedrooms: primary bedroom and one bedroom on the second floor

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Microwave, range, refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Dryer hookup, washer hookup

Flooring
Ceramic, vinyl, and wood flooring

Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Central air

Sale and tax history for 196 Sandy Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

REINMLS #10658934

Oct 22, 2026

Listed

$285,000

$215/sq ft

CBRAR #2110072

Jul 1, 2021

Sold

$221,000

$167/sq ft

Apr 12, 2021

Listed

$220,000

$166/sq ft

+36

Horse Property - 7.96 Acres with plenty of pastures-6 stall barn (4 on front & 2 stalls on back) This cute farmhouse has been totally renovated in past 8 years with following updates: new wiring, plumbing, windows, roof, HVAC, custom kitchen cabinets with pull outs, freshly painted, and chimneys have been capped. This 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home also offers, hardwood floors, tile floors, recess lights, & many upgrades. This home offers a large sun porch along with 2 large decks. Plenty of open land for horses, or farm animals. The lot across from the home is 2.28 acres and the home parcel offers 5.68 acres. There is also another shed for storage and chicken coup area as well for the chickens. Also under the staircase is a built in doggie area for your dog. . really cute! There is a Pellet Stove for back up heat also. Owner uses Hughes net for internet.

Public Records

Jan 24, 2011

Sold

$74,100

$56/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,081 (+3.3%)

$48,400 + $125,900

$174,300

2025

$1,046 (+7.1%)

$48,400 + $125,900

$174,300

2024

$976

$48,400 + $125,900

$174,300

2023

$976 (+48.6%)

$48,400 + $125,900

$174,300

2022

$657 (−0.8%)

$31,400 + $71,200

$102,600

2021

$662

$31,400 + $71,200

$102,600

2020

$662

$31,400 + $71,200

$102,600

2019

$662 (+12.2%)

$31,400 + $71,200

$102,600

2018

$590

$31,400 + $71,200

$102,600

2017

$590 (+1.0%)

$31,400 + $71,200

$102,600

2016

$584

$33,400 + $74,900

$108,300

2014

$584

$33,400 + $74,900

$108,300

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

5.68 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,326

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,326

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Mathews County

APN

27 A 117

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.

Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

9/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Diggs, VA • 23045

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Sun exposure

92/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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5.8 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 196 Sandy Rd

$287,793

$2,793 over list price of $285K

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $240K to $325K.

SOLD SEP 30, 2026
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smaller lot
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$277,997 Last sold price
4 beds2 baths1,907 sq ft
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$69/sq ft
smaller lot
17 years older
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$325,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,449 sq ft
2149 New Point Comfort Hwy, Mathews, VA 23109
$9/sq ft
larger lot
13 years older
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$317,500 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
794 Cricket Hill Rd, Hudgins, VA 23076
$61/sq ft
smaller lot
51 years newer
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$240,000 Last sold price
3 beds1.5 baths1,309 sq ft
126 North Bay Haven Rd, Gwynn, VA 23066
$32/sq ft
smaller lot
40 years older

Rental earnings

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