Fall in love with this gorgeous waterfront home on the Poropotank River in Gloucester. Experience magnificent sunsets with a grand view of the water from your magnificent living space. Enter the front door into a dream-like setting as you peer through the space out to the river beyond. A grand open space features a fresh kitchen remodel with granite countertops and a beautiful central island that is the centerpiece for entertaining and enjoying this lovely home. You will discover features that enhance your waterfront living including a primary bedroom with private access to the covered screened-in rear porch. Fine touches throughout the home and space, plus a partially finished basement that provides tremendous functionality.On-demand hot water and high-efficiency heating and cooling are just a few of the outstanding quality elements adding to your enjoyment of this home.You’ll also find a deep-water pier with a very rare boathouse and powered boat lift.Private & very rare launch area
Fall in love with this gorgeous waterfront home on the Poropotank River in Gloucester. Experience magnificent sunsets with a grand view of the water from your magnificent living space. Enter the front door into a dream-like setting as you peer through the space out to the river beyond. A grand open space features a fresh kitchen remodel with granite countertops and a beautiful central island that is the centerpiece for entertaining and enjoying this lovely home. You will discover features that enhance your waterfront living including a primary bedroom with private access to the covered screened-in rear porch. Fine touches throughout the home and space, plus a partially finished basement that provides tremendous functionality. On-demand hot water and high-efficiency heating and cooling are just a few of the outstanding quality elements adding to your enjoyment of this home. You’ll also find a deep-water pier with a very rare boathouse and powered boat lift. This property also has a private and very rare private launch area. A waterside garage accommodates storage for your boat water toys and other river accessories. Two car garage plus shop space and more, this property is a must see!
REINMLS #10634702
Jun 26, 2026
Price Changed
$629,000
$291/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Listed
$642,000
$297/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Listed
$642,000
$297/sq ft
CBRAR #2117549
Sep 22, 2021
Sold
$498,000
$230/sq ft
Jun 10, 2021
Listed
$510,000
$236/sq ft
+33
Gorgeous river & marsh views with colorful sunsets to cap off your day! Park-like 1.27 acre setting beautifully elevated boasting a protected shoreline, private dock, fish cleaning station, lights, water & covered, walk-around boat slip with lift. The main level of this lovingly maintained rancher boasts Living Room/Dining Room combo, spacious Kitchen, Den, Owner's Suite featuring a walk-in closet & private en suite bathroom, 2 additional bedrooms & full hall bathroom with handicap accessible shower. There are fabulous views from nearly every room, even the basement & garage! The 1608 square foot lower level, walk-out basement features Laundry Room, Bonus Room/Office with closet, full bathroom, huge heated/cooled workshop & 2 car garage. To enjoy the sights & sounds of the river, there are two decks, a screened porch & covered patio. Extra comforts include central vacuum system, energy efficient Polaris heat pump/central air and Starling guttering system. This is good river living!
REINMLS #10382978
Jun 10, 2021
Listed
$510,000
$236/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,109 (+5.3%)
$211,860 + $294,410
$506,270
2024
$2,952
$211,860 + $294,410
$506,270
2023
$2,952 (+6.6%)
$211,860 + $294,410
$506,270
2022
$2,769 (+8.9%)
$157,860 + $224,120
$381,980
2021
$2,544
$157,860 + $208,170
$366,030
2020
$2,544 (+7.6%)
$157,860 + $208,170
$366,030
2019
$2,364
$158,390 + $181,810
$340,200
2018
$2,364
$158,390 + $181,810
$340,200
2017
$2,364 (+27.0%)
$158,390 + $181,810
$340,200
2016
$1,862 (−32.4%)
$89,100 + $178,920
$268,020
2014
$2,756
$188,000 + $236,000
$424,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,164
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,164
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gloucester County
APN
22A(1)-40
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Gloucester, VA • 23061
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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32
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.9 hrs
7.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2775 Shell Rd
$622,007
$6,993 under list price of $629K
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