Incredible, BIG Views of The Chesapeake Bay!This beautifully updated home sits on Dividing Creek w/ 8'+ MLW looking right into The Bay. The sandy beaches of Hughlett Point nature preserve are an easy walk, paddle, or boat ride away. This classic river cottage has been beautifully remodeled! The Kitchen has stainless steel appliances & granite counter tops. The first floor living area has refinished floors, a stone fireplace, and amazing views! The first floor bedroom is well appointed and bright. There is a full bathroom on the first floor that has been remodeled. There is a laundry room off the kitchen. The second story master bedroom has one of the best decks on the Chesapeake Bay! A wall of glass windows and doors brings the water right into your bedroom. Step outside onto the low maintenance deck and enjoy, the sunshine, blue water and a cocktail! The master bath has gorgeous tile work and water views. A guest bedroom and full guest bath complete the second floor. Additional lot has 1 car garage & storage building. Brand new heat pump just installed! The home has a well established rental income as a vacation home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
1.16 acresLot Size
$329Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Shultz• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•804-360-3636 (broker)
Bought with Non Member Member• Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.
Incredible, BIG Views of The Chesapeake Bay!This beautifully updated home sits on Dividing Creek w/ 8'+ MLW looking right into The Bay. The sandy beaches of Hughlett Point nature preserve are an easy walk, paddle, or boat ride away. This classic river cottage has been beautifully remodeled! The Kitchen has stainless steel appliances & granite counter tops. The first floor living area has refinished floors, a stone fireplace, and amazing views! The first floor bedroom is well appointed and bright. There is a full bathroom on the first floor that has been remodeled. There is a laundry room off the kitchen. The second story master bedroom has one of the best decks on the Chesapeake Bay! A wall of glass windows and doors brings the water right into your bedroom. Step outside onto the low maintenance deck and enjoy, the sunshine, blue water and a cocktail! The master bath has gorgeous tile work and water views. A guest bedroom and full guest bath complete the second floor. Additional lot has 1 car garage & storage building. The home has a well established rental income as a vacation home. Brand new heat pump just installed!
CBRAR #1715750
Jul 10, 2019
Sold
$485,000
$256/sq ft
May 15, 2017
Listed
$499,000
$263/sq ft
+38
Incredible, BIG Views of The Chesapeake Bay!This beautifully updated home sits on Dividing Creek w/ 8'+ MLW looking right into The Bay. The sandy beaches of Hughlett Point nature preserve are an easy walk, paddle, or boat ride away. This classic river cottage has been beautifully remodeled! The Kitchen has stainless steel appliances & granite counter tops. The first floor living area has refinished floors, a stone fireplace, and amazing views! The first floor bedroom is well appointed and bright. There is a full bathroom on the first floor that has been remodeled. There is a laundry room off the kitchen. The second story master bedroom has one of the best decks on the Chesapeake Bay! A wall of glass windows and doors brings the water right into your bedroom. Step outside onto the low maintenance deck and enjoy, the sunshine, blue water and a cocktail! The master bath has gorgeous tile work and water views. A guest bedroom and full guest bath complete the second floor. Additional lot has 1 car garage & storage building. Brand new heat pump just installed! The home has a well established rental income as a vacation home.
BRIGHT MLS #1001869102
Dec 15, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 14, 2018
Listed
$499,000
$263/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$271 (−8.3%)
$22,300 + $30,800
$53,100
2025
$295 (+12.1%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2024
$263 (−12.0%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2023
$299 (+23.0%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2022
$243
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2021
$243 (+3.4%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2020
$235 (+23.5%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2019
$191 (+5.4%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2018
$181
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2017
$181 (+4.0%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2016
$174 (+10.1%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2014
$158 (+17.6%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2012
$134
Tax history for 5746 Balls Neck Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$271 (−8.3%)
$22,300 + $30,800
$53,100
2025
$295 (+12.1%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2024
$263 (−12.0%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2023
$299 (+23.0%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2022
$243
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2021
$243 (+3.4%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2020
$235 (+23.5%)
$22,300 + $17,600
$39,900
2019
$191 (+5.4%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2018
$181
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2017
$181 (+4.0%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2016
$174 (+10.1%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2014
$158 (+17.6%)
$22,300 + $10,000
$32,300
2012
$134
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Northumberland County
APN
52-0-1-0-8-D
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Surface Unit
School District Name: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From White Stone take Rt3 into Kilmarnock. Turn Right on Rt200N(E. Church St. ), Turn Right on Shiloh School Road. Follow Road down to end take right onto Balls Neck Road, Follow to the Water, look 4 sign
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
Private Dock Site
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Dividing Creek
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Northumberland County
APN: 52-0-1-0-8-D
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Northumberland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 13.5mi
6/10
Northumberland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 13.9mi
5/10
Northumberland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ 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
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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
Kilmarnock, VA • 22482
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.