5889 River Rd is a 3,808 square foot house on a 5.25 acre lot with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Based on Redfin's Fredericksburg data, we estimate the home's value is $1,231,304.
Single-familyProperty Type
2023Year Built
5.25 acresLot Size
$323Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$1,231,304
$91K since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 55.9% higher than the average sale price ($790K) of 6 comparable homes.
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,974 (+8.5%)
$423,100 + $794,000
$1,217,100
2025
$8,270
$331,000 + $795,300
$1,126,300
2024
$8,270 (+77.6%)
$331,000 + $795,300
$1,126,300
2023
$4,656 (+291.3%)
$252,000 + $351,400
$603,400
2022
$1,190 (+24.5%)
$131,300 + $30,000
$161,300
2021
$956
$118,100
2020
$956 (+94.5%)
$118,100
2019
$491
$58,000
Tax history for 5889 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,974 (+8.5%)
$423,100 + $794,000
$1,217,100
2025
$8,270
$331,000 + $795,300
$1,126,300
2024
$8,270 (+77.6%)
$331,000 + $795,300
$1,126,300
2023
$4,656 (+291.3%)
$252,000 + $351,400
$603,400
2022
$1,190 (+24.5%)
$131,300 + $30,000
$161,300
2021
$956
$118,100
2020
$956 (+94.5%)
$118,100
2019
$491
$58,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RU
RIVER PROTECTION OVERLAY DISTRICT
RESERVOIR PROTECTION OVERLAY DISTRICT
Rural District
The purpose of the rural (Ru) district is to protect and maintain the rural character of the county and to protect and enhance the agricultural economy of the county, while providing for low density residential development in a rural setting.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Educational/school
Casino / gaming facility
Golf related
Park & open space
Jun 21, 2026 • Final
Ches bay
Construct a path to the river and trim vegetation to improve sight lines.
Grading
Apr 5, 2025 • Final
Erosion only
Perform clearing and grading work on the site.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,904
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 4
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Warm Air
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Wall: Brick Veneer
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 3,808
Building Sq. Ft: 5,712
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: HOY PROPERTY RIVER ROAD PARCEL A
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Basement - 2 Car Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Basement - 2 Car
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 228,690
Legal Lot Number: A
Municipality Name: CHANCELLOR DISTRICT
Acres: 5.25
Zoning Code: RU
County Use Description: 1-FAMILY SUBURBAN
Utility Information
Electricity / Wiring Type: Available
Sewer Type: Septic
Water Service Type: Well
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: CHANCELLOR DISTRICT
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,808
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2023
Year Renovated: —
County: Spotsylvania County
APN: 13 - A - 1 B
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chancellor Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
8/10
Chancellor Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
3/10
Riverbend High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-16% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fredericksburg, VA • 22407
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.17M – $1.42M
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