This custom finished classic coastal river home embodies timeless elegance and serenity on 2.82 acres fronting the Rappahannock River. Spanning nearly 4436 square feet, including the finished garage, the home offers 5 Bedrooms and 4.5 baths designed to entertain or just take in the fabulous 180 degree views up and down the River while enjoying your coffee on the expansive rear porch. Chef's kitchen with Viking appliances for gatherings large and small. Sunlight pours in the bank of windows along the back of the house with French doors opening on to decking with views of your boat and hard to find boat house. 3 separate lifts with water and electricity. A guest suite above the garage provides flexible private space for guests. Other amenities include built in dog pen in the utility room, elegantly appointed first floor primary bedroom with steam spa, electric shades on the first floor and a wonderful wood paneled ceiling in the den reminiscent of a varnished wooden boat, vaulted ceilings, generator and paddle fans. Too many wonderful quality features to list in this special offering
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
2.82 acresLot Size
$371Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Douglas Dorsey• Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville
This custom designed classic coastal river home is set on 2.82 acres with 180 degree views of the Rappahannock River. Spanning 4436 sq. ft. including the finished oversized 2 car garage, this quality offering has plenty of outdoor living space and a Boat House with 3 separate lifts and electricity and water. A guest suite above the garage provides flexible living quarters. Steam Spa, built in dog pen, vaulted ceilings, generator and chef's kitchen.
CVRMLS #2532319
Aug 6, 2026
Pending
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Jul 8, 2026
Price Changed
$1,395,000
$371/sq ft
Nov 25, 2025
Listed
$1,795,000
$477/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 21, 2021
Sold
$1,140,000
$303/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,733
$459,900 + $764,200
$1,224,100
2025
$6,733 (+3.4%)
$459,900 + $764,200
$1,224,100
2024
$6,509
$375,650 + $516,048
$891,698
2023
$6,509
$375,650 + $516,048
$891,698
2022
$6,510 (−4.8%)
$375,700 + $516,048
$891,748
2020
$6,841 (−2.3%)
$375,700 + $419,800
$795,500
2019
$7,000
$375,700 + $419,800
$795,500
2018
$7,000
$375,700 + $419,800
$795,500
2017
$7,000 (+2.4%)
$375,700 + $419,800
$795,500
2014
$6,839 (+23.8%)
$375,700 + $419,500
$795,200
2013
$5,526
$375,700 + $419,500
$795,200
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
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Lot width
200 ft.
Lot depth
575 ft.
Lot size
2.83 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,760
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,760
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
47-E-2--3A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
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
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
48% 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
Dunnsville, VA • 22454
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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 463 Rockingham Rd
$1,384,410
$11K under list price of $1.40M
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