Wonderful watermans cottage on Mulberry Creek off the Rappahannock River. This property has history with modern conveniences. Belle Isle State Park is across the creek! Great fishing and bird watching. Wide open views and on a protected creek. Three large bedrooms, open kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, half bath, and an outdoor shower. Relax on the waterside screen porch and enjoy the sunsets and wildlife. PRICED AT APPRAISED VALUE
Single-familyProperty Type
1904Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$510Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Diana Wolfson• IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate
Listed by Jennifer Miller• Isabell K. Horsley Real Estate
Wonderful watermans cottage on Mulberry Creek off the Rappahannock River. This property has history with modern conveniences. Belle Isle State Park is across the creek! Great fishing and bird watching. Wide open views and on a protected creek. Three large bedrooms, open kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, half bath, and an outdoor shower. Relax on the waterside screen porch and enjoy the sunsets and wildlife. PRICED AT APPRAISED VALUE
CBRAR #202500017
Nov 21, 2025
Sold
$525,000
$429/sq ft
Oct 26, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2025
Listed
$545,000
$445/sq ft
CBRAR #1839456
Oct 4, 2019
Sold
$285,000
$233/sq ft
Nov 19, 2018
Listed
$319,000
$261/sq ft
This is a fantastic waterman cottage on Mulberry Creek. Belle Isle State Park is across the creek. New Dock! Bring our boats, kayaks, and paddle boards. Quiet creek with big Rappahannock River views, but still protected. This cottage has an open kitchen 3 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom. The screened porch is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the wildlife and sunsets. This property is being sold "AS IS"-inspections are informational purposes only.
NNAR #102516
Oct 4, 2019
Sold
$285,000
$233/sq ft
Feb 15, 2018
Listed
$319,000
$261/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 2013
Sold
$295,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 2002
Sold
$229,000
$187/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,284
$180,000 + $235,200
$415,200
2024
$2,284 (+13.0%)
$180,000 + $235,200
$415,200
2023
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2022
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2021
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2020
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2019
$2,020 (+6.3%)
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2018
$1,900
$184,000 + $138,000
$322,000
2017
$1,900 (+15.9%)
$184,000 + $138,000
$322,000
2016
$1,639
$184,000 + $138,000
$322,000
2014
$1,640 (+15.2%)
$184,000 + $119,700
$303,700
2012
$1,424
$184,000 + $119,700
$303,700
Tax history for 470 Mulberry Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,284
$180,000 + $235,200
$415,200
2024
$2,284 (+13.0%)
$180,000 + $235,200
$415,200
2023
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2022
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2021
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2020
$2,020
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2019
$2,020 (+6.3%)
$180,000 + $140,700
$320,700
2018
$1,900
$184,000 + $138,000
$322,000
2017
$1,900 (+15.9%)
$184,000 + $138,000
$322,000
2016
$1,639
$184,000 + $138,000
$322,000
2014
$1,640 (+15.2%)
$184,000 + $119,700
$303,700
2012
$1,424
$184,000 + $119,700
$303,700
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.68 Acres
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1904
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
12 22
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump, Attic Fan
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Wired for Data
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Washer
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Fencing: None
Roof: Metal
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,224
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Navigable Water, River Front, Waterfront
Has View
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Waterfront
Frontage Length: 106.0000
Lot Size : 0.682
Lot Size Area: 0.682
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.682
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,284
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Lancaster
Middle Or Junior School: Lancaster
High School: Lancaster
Location Information
Directions: From Kilmarnock rt. 3 towards Farnham, turn left on Morattico Road, turn left on Mulberry Creek Road. Property on the right sign in yard
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1904
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Lancaster County
APN: 12 22
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: ChesapeakeBayAreaMls
Around this home
Schools
Lancaster Elementary School
Public K-7 • Assigned • 13.6mi
3/10
Lancaster High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 8.7mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 54-66% chance 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
74% 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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Lancaster, VA • 22503
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In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
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