An Elegant Brick Waterfront Home in historic Kinsale that has been very tastefully modernized to give a striking first impression! Some fantastic highlights include: A picturesque Kitchen that offers clean lines plus high end appliances along with stone counters, Gorgeous Wood Floors, 2 Master Suites with excellent Cedar closets, Both nice sized Baths have a tranquil feeling with lots of tile and glass. There is a cozy Den that offers a bar and fireplace (this could easily be made into extra sleep quarters), The bright Great Room also has a fireplace, Walk through the Sliding Doors onto a beautiful brick waterside Patio, Remote Blinds are another neat touch, & so much more. The matching garage compliments the home and offers ample storage. Walk the scenic path to the Lighted Pier along the tranquil waters of the Yeocomico River where Excellent Water Depth & Great Views are sure the please. The innovative ideas that went into this great home design are sure to make it to the top of every buyers wish list. Make a lifetime of memories at 242 Plainview Rd in Kinsale, Va!
An Elegant Brick Waterfront Home in historic Kinsale that has been very tastefully modernized to give a striking first impression! Some fantastic highlights include: A picturesque Kitchen that offers clean lines plus high end appliances along with stone counters, Gorgeous Wood Floors, 2 Master Suites with excellent Cedar closets, Both nice sized Baths have a tranquil feeling with lots of tile and glass. There is a cozy Den that offers a bar and fireplace (this could easily be made into extra sleep quarters), The bright Great Room also has a fireplace, Walk through the Sliding Doors onto a beautiful brick waterside Patio, Remote Blinds are another neat touch, & so much more. The matching garage compliments the home and offers ample storage. Walk the scenic path to the Lighted Pier along the tranquil waters of the Yeocomico River where Excellent Water Depth & Great Views are sure the please. The innovative ideas that went into this great home design are sure to make it to the top of every buyers wish list. Make a lifetime of memories at 242 Plainview Rd in Kinsale, Va!
Public Records
Nov 8, 2001
Sold
$290,000
$154/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,756
$272,500 + $279,900
$552,400
2024
$3,756 (+9.7%)
$272,500 + $279,900
$552,400
2023
$3,425 (+1.5%)
$272,500 + $279,900
$552,400
2022
$3,375 (−8.2%)
$272,500 + $271,900
$544,400
2021
$3,677
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2020
$3,677 (+16.9%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2019
$3,145 (+6.6%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2018
$2,951 (+1.7%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2016
$2,902 (+13.0%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2014
$2,569 (+8.3%)
$272,500 + $221,600
$494,100
2013
$2,372
$272,500 + $221,600
$494,100
Tax history for 242 Plainview Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,756
$272,500 + $279,900
$552,400
2024
$3,756 (+9.7%)
$272,500 + $279,900
$552,400
2023
$3,425 (+1.5%)
$272,500 + $279,900
$552,400
2022
$3,375 (−8.2%)
$272,500 + $271,900
$544,400
2021
$3,677
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2020
$3,677 (+16.9%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2019
$3,145 (+6.6%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2018
$2,951 (+1.7%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2016
$2,902 (+13.0%)
$272,500 + $211,300
$483,800
2014
$2,569 (+8.3%)
$272,500 + $221,600
$494,100
2013
$2,372
$272,500 + $221,600
$494,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Attic, Bar, Cedar Closet(s), CeilngFan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Other
Improvement Assessed Value: $211,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 150
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $272,500
Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Material - Treated Lumber
Dock/Slip Conveyance: Deeded
# of Docks: 1
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,880
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Tax Assessed Value: $483,800
Tax Year: 2017
Tax Annual Amount: $2,999
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2017
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic = # of BR
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: WESTMORELAND COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Callao: Rt. 202 to Right on Kinsale Road, Follow through Historic Village of Kinsale and turn sharp right to remain on Kinsale Road, Cross Kinsale Bridge, Turn Right on Plainview Road, Follow to Sign on Right
Location Type: River
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Swimming Allowed, Sail
Water Access
Private Dock Site
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: YEOCOMICO RIVER
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Westmoreland County
APN: 56-A - 1- - 4-A
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cople Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
5/10
Montross Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.3mi
7/10
Washington & Lee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.7mi
4/10
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Kinsale, VA • 22488
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Estimated sale price
$715,000 – $866,000
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