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Off Market Sep 2022 for $660K

$860,190

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,994/mo

•

1,450

sq ft

313 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 22454

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A CHARMING LOWER RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER WATERFRONT COTTAGE VILLA JUST 3.5 MILES SOUTHEAST OF THE HISTORIC TOWN OF TAPPAHANNOCK VIRGINIA. WITH NUMEROUS QUALITY UPGRADES, THIS QUAINT PROPERTY HAS IT ALL WITH A SPACIOUS ONE LEVEL LAYOUT WHICH FEATURES 3 GENEROUS SIZED BEDROOMS, 2 SPACIOUS FULL BATHROOMS, A FLORIDA/SUN ROOM, A SITTING/READING ROOM OFF THE PRIMARY BEDROOM AND A MARVELOUS SCREENED IN PORCH WITH TWO SLIDER DOOR ENTRIES AND DOUBLE OPENING SCREEN DOORS LEADING TO A LUSH BACKYARD. TILE AND ENGINEERED WOOD FLOORING THROUHOUT. THERE IS A CARPORT AREA WITH FULL LENGTH GRANITE BAR COUNTER TOP AND IS A GREAT AREA FOR RADIO MUSIC TUNES, BBQS AND SEAFOOD FEASTS. PEAK AROUND THE CORNER TO A PRIVATE OUTDOOR SHOWER. AT THE FRONT DRIVEWAY OF THE PROPERTY IS AN OVERSIZED DETACHED 1 CAR GARAGE WORKSHOP COMBO WITH LOTS OF STORAGE CABINETS AND AN UPSTAIRS ROOM WHICH CAN BE USED AS AN OFFICE OR DEN. THE RIVER SIDE PORTION OF THIS COMPLETELY LEVEL LOT BOASTS OF 75 FEET OF DEEP WATER FRONTAGE, A FULL LENGTH BULKHEAD AND A 150 FOOT PIER/DOCK CONFIGURATION THAT IS IN EXCELLENT SHAPE WITH 2 JET SKI LIFTS AND A COVERED BOAT HOUSE WITH LIFT & LIGHTING. WATER & ELECTRIC TO END OF THE PLATFORM DECK PIER. MATURE SHADE TREES AND ONE - OF - A - KIND WIDE WATER VIEWS, SUNRISES, MOON RISES AND SUNSETS! CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, RESTAURANTS, HARDWARE AND AUTO STORES, MARINAS, MEDICAL FACILITIES AND THE ROUTE 17 / ROUTE 360 INTERSECTION YET SECLUDED JUST OUTSIDE OF TOWN. A MUST SEE FOR THE YEAR ROUND NATURE LOVING AND WATER RECREATION ENTHUSIAST! IMAGINE ENJOYING PADDLE BOARDING, CANOEING, KAYAKING, BOATING AND GREAT FISHING! WAKE UP EACH DAY, ENJOYING A FAVORITE MORNING BEVERAGE WHILE SITTING IN ANY OF THE RIVERFRONT ROOMS OR THE SCREENED-IN PORCH AND BE MYSTIFIED TO WITNESS AN AWE - INSPRIING SUNRISE AND ALL OF NATURE'S PLEASANT SOUNDS. ENJOY IT ALL OVER AGAIN WITH SPECTACULAR EVENING SUNSETS FORMING CLOUD AND SUNLIGHT REFLECTIONS ON THE RIVER. ENJOY AS A COZY WEEKEND RETREAT OR SIMPLY RETIRE TO A PERMANENT HOME. THIS PROPERTY AND YARD IS AN ENTERTAINER'S DREAM FOR FAMILY AND/OR FRIENDS, GET TOGETHERS ENJOYING THOSE SPECIAL OCCASIONS, LOCAL EVENTS OR SIMPLY ENJOY THE PEACE AND QUIET. A MUST SEE INSIDE AND OUT THAT WILL GROW ON YOU AS A GREAT PLACE TO ENJOY ALL SEASONS ON THE RIVAH!

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

0.88 acresLot Size

$593Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Tom Washington • Samson Properties

•540-681-1500 (broker)

•donnysamson@samsonproperties.net (broker)

Listed by Tyler Simmons • Samson Properties

•703-896-5869 (broker)

•donnysamson@samsonpropeties.net (broker)

Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER • Non Subscribing Office

•844-552-7444 (broker)

•datacorrect@brightmls.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #VAES2000160

Redfin Estimate

$860,190

$200K since sold in September 2022$55K since August

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This home's estimate is 87.9% higher than the average sale price ($458K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$675,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,768 sq ft
994 Fort Lowry Ln, Dunnsville, VA 22454
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$318,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,632 sq ft
1128 Dillard St, Tappahannock, VA 22560
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$627,500
C
3 beds1 bath1,212 sq ft
191 Point Breeze Ln, Dunnsville, VA 22454
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$423,309
D
3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
58 Hobbs Hole Ln, Tappahannock, VA 22560
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$557,500
E
3 beds2 baths1,260 sq ft
711 Fort Lowry Ln, Dunnsville, VA 22454
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$145,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,052 sq ft
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$2,603/mo

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Market trends in 22454, VA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.5%

1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$345K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

50d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

COMING SOON
$2,900,000
5 beds5.5 baths7,788 sq ft
269 Ben Lomond Rd, Dunnsville, VA 22454
COMING SOON
$299,900
4 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft
926 Arlington Ct, Tappahannock, VA 23115
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Sale history for 313 Shellfield Rd

Date

Event

Price

CVRMLS #2217708

Sep 8, 2022

Sold

$660,000

$455/sq ft

Aug 7, 2022

Pending

—

Jun 23, 2022

Listed

$695,000

$479/sq ft

+42

A charming waterfront cottage just 3.5 miles southeast of the historic town of Tappahannock, Virginia! This meticulously maintained property features a spacious one-level layout with 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a sunroom, an additional sitting room off the primary bedroom, and a marvelous screened-in porch with sliding glass doors and double-opening screen doors which lead to the beautifully manicured backyard. Additional features include tile and engineered hardwood flooring throughout, an attached carport with a granite countertop bar and grilling area, a private outdoor shower, and an additional oversized detached garage and workshop combination with an upstairs room. The lot boasts 75 feet on riverfront views and private access, a full-length bulkhead, and a 110' pier and dock with two lifts for jet skis and a covered boathouse and lift with additional lighting. The lot is complete with mature trees and stunning riverfront views of the Rappahannock River! This property is conveniently located near restaurants, appliance stores, marinas, medical facilities, and Route 17, yet still offers privacy for the nature-loving and water recreation enthusiasts!

BRIGHT MLS #VAES2000160

Sep 8, 2022

Sold

$660,000

$455/sq ft

Sep 7, 2022

Pending

—

Aug 8, 2022

Contingent

—

Jun 22, 2022

Price Changed

$695,000

$479/sq ft

Mar 25, 2022

Listed

$749,900

$517/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #VAES2000014

Nov 30, 2021

Listing Removed

—

Sep 30, 2021

Price Changed

$775,000

$534/sq ft

Jul 5, 2021

Listed

$795,950

$549/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,206

$270,000 + $312,900

$582,900

2025

$3,206 (−10.9%)

$270,000 + $312,900

$582,900

2024

$3,597

$225,000 + $267,800

$492,800

2023

$3,597

$225,000 + $267,800

$492,800

2022

$3,597 (−3.4%)

$225,000 + $267,800

$492,800

2020

$3,725 (−2.3%)

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2019

$3,811

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2018

$3,811

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2017

$3,811 (−3.0%)

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2014

$3,931 (+23.8%)

$250,000 + $207,100

$457,100

2013

$3,176

$250,000 + $207,100

$457,100

Tax history for 313 Shellfield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,206

$270,000 + $312,900

$582,900

2025

$3,206 (−10.9%)

$270,000 + $312,900

$582,900

2024

$3,597

$225,000 + $267,800

$492,800

2023

$3,597

$225,000 + $267,800

$492,800

2022

$3,597 (−3.4%)

$225,000 + $267,800

$492,800

2020

$3,725 (−2.3%)

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2019

$3,811

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2018

$3,811

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2017

$3,811 (−3.0%)

$225,000 + $208,100

$433,100

2014

$3,931 (+23.8%)

$250,000 + $207,100

$457,100

2013

$3,176

$250,000 + $207,100

$457,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.53 Acres

Year renovated

1994

Sq. Ft.

1,348

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

38-D-1--23

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Attached Carport Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Gravel Driveway
Attached Carport, Detached Garage

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring Type: Laminated, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Galley, Soaking Tub, Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings

Room Information
Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Screened Porch

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Accessibility Features: Other Bath Mod, Vehicle Transfer Area
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2005

Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Stick Built, Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Level, Rear Yard
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 75

Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Hoist/Lift Electric, Hoist/Lift Manual, Sun Deck, Material - Treated Lumber
Dock/Slip Conveyance: Deeded
# of Docks: 1
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,450
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $433,100
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Annual Amount: $3,215

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s), Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Septic = # of BR
Water Source: Private, Well

Location

School Information
School District Name: ESSEX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: USE USA GPS
Location Type: River
Mean Low Water Feet: 4

Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Sail, Swimming Allowed
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Rappahannock

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,348
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Essex County
APN: 38-D-1--23

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Tappahannock Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 4.7mi

4/10

Essex Intermediate School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi

3/10

Essex High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

3/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 8-12% chance 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 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% 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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$818,000 – $990,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
415 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3260 Sq. Ft.	$763,724
317 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2157 Sq. Ft.	$700,476

Address	Redfin Estimate
371 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2148 Sq. Ft.	$891,076
357 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1832 Sq. Ft.	$641,567

Address	Redfin Estimate
303 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1733 Sq. Ft.	$633,874
175 Shellfield Rd, Dunnsville, VA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1629 Sq. Ft.	$541,592

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