Enjoy nature and serenity at this private waterfront oasis! The point of land provides elevated views of a protected cove. The wonderful dock is the perfect place for your boat and has about 3.5' MLW (per owner). The home has been beautifully updated and added onto. The main floor features an amazing river room with vaulted, wood ceilings. The wall of windows brings the river right into your living room. The is ample space for a breakfast area and large living area. The former living room is currently used as a dining room and features a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen features granite counter tops, maple cabinets and a large pantry. A large deck is located just off the kitchen and is the ideal location for your grill! Wood floors run throughout the main floor living area. The main floor is completed by the master bedroom and master bath. The master bedroom features his and hers closets and sliding doors to a second waterside deck. The lower level features 2 spacious bedrooms, a gas log fireplace and 2 large living areas. Myer Creek offers easy access to Yankee Point Marina, quick access to the Rappahannock, resturants, beaches and the Chesapeake Bay!
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
0.81 acresLot Size
$223Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Beverly Shultz• Long & Foster Real Estate
Enjoy nature and serenity at this private waterfront oasis! The point of land provides elevated views of a protected cove. The wonderful dock is the perfect place for your boat and has about 3.5' MLW (per owner). The home has been beautifully updated and added onto. The main floor features an amazing river room with vaulted, wood ceilings. The wall of windows brings the river right into your living room. The is ample space for a breakfast area and large living area. The former living room is currently used as a dining room and features a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen features granite counter tops, maple cabinets and a large pantry. A large deck is located just off the kitchen and is the ideal location for your grill! Wood floors run throughout the main floor living area. The main floor is completed by the master bedroom and master bath. The master bedroom features his and hers closets and sliding doors to a second waterside deck. The lower level features 2 spacious bedrooms, a gas log fireplace and 2 large living areas. Myer Creek offers easy access to Yankee Point Marina, quick access to the Rappahannock, restaurants, beaches and the Chesapeake Bay!
CBRAR #1901060
May 10, 2019
Sold
$435,000
$143/sq ft
Jan 10, 2019
Listed
$449,500
$148/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 16, 1994
Sold
$190,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,764
$165,000 + $337,500
$502,500
2024
$2,764 (+4.5%)
$165,000 + $337,500
$502,500
2023
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2022
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2021
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2020
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2019
$2,643 (+12.9%)
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2018
$2,342
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2017
$2,342 (+9.3%)
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2016
$2,143
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2014
$2,143 (+7.2%)
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2012
$1,999
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
Tax history for 273 Cove Colony Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,764
$165,000 + $337,500
$502,500
2024
$2,764 (+4.5%)
$165,000 + $337,500
$502,500
2023
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2022
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2021
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2020
$2,643
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2019
$2,643 (+12.9%)
$155,000 + $264,600
$419,600
2018
$2,342
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2017
$2,342 (+9.3%)
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2016
$2,143
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2014
$2,143 (+7.2%)
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
2012
$1,999
$159,000 + $237,900
$396,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
2,592
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
26H 4 3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas, Masonry, Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,520
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Access, Waterfront
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront
Frontage Length: 0.0000
Water Body Name: Myer Creek
Lot Size : 0.809
Lot Size Area: 0.809
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.809
Zoning Description: R1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,342
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Lancaster
Middle Or Junior School: Lancaster
High School: Lancaster
Location Information
Directions: From Lively take White Chapel to left on River Road. Turn Left on Slab Town. Left on Myer Creek Rd. Left on Cove Colony Rd, see sign on left.
Subdivision Name: Cove Colony
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,592
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.81 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Lancaster County
APN: 26H 4 3
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: ChesapeakeBayAreaMls
Around this home
Schools
Lancaster Elementary School
Public K-7 • Assigned • 6.3mi
3/10
Lancaster High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
3/10
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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 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
73% 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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