Step back in time! Built in 1898 and lovingly maintained by its current owner, The Captain Glenn House is being offered for your enjoyment. This charming Rappahannock River home is full of original character. From the moment you enter from the inviting front porch, you will be welcomed by original pine flooring and formal living and dining rooms. A butler's pantry makes entertaining easy and fun. Relax in the cozy den, complete with built-in bookshelves and amazing water views. The kitchen is warmed by a gas fireplace stove and offers lots of charm. Open the back door and let the river breeze flow through! There is also a walk-in pantry/laundry and a full bath. Upstairs you will find three spacious bedrooms (with a possible 4th currently used as a writing studio), and a full bath. Sit on the screened back porch and watch the wildlife or enjoy the magnificent sunset views. The USPS rents the operational post office, offering additional income. Morattico is rich in history and charm and is a golf cart community. It is conveniently located near Kilmarnock, Warsaw & Tappahannock. Just 2.5 hours from the D. C. area and 1.5 hours from Richmond. Professional photos will be added Friday.
Single-familyProperty Type
1898Year Built
0.88 acresLot Size
$204Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Deborah Edgar• Deborah Edgar Real Estate Group
•804-781-4663 (broker)
•deborah@deborahedgar.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
Step back in time! Built in 1898 and lovingly maintained by its current owner, The Captain Glenn House is being offered for your enjoyment. This charming Rappahannock River home is full of original character. From the moment you enter from the inviting front porch, you will be welcomed by original pine flooring and formal living and dining rooms. A butler's pantry makes entertaining easy and fun. Relax in the cozy den, complete with built-in bookshelves and amazing water views. The kitchen is warmed by a gas fireplace stove and offers lots of charm. Open the back door and let the river breeze flow through! There is also a walk-in pantry/laundry and a full bath. Upstairs you will find three spacious bedrooms (with a possible 4th currently used as a writing studio), and a full bath. Sit on the screened back porch and watch the wildlife or enjoy the magnificent sunset views. The USPS rents the operational post office, offering additional income. Morattico is rich in history and charm and is a golf cart community. It is conveniently located near Kilmarnock, Warsaw & Tappahannock. Just 2.5 hours from the D. C. area and 1.5 hours from Richmond. Professional photos will be added Friday.
CVRMLS #2302743
Mar 17, 2023
Sold
$475,000
$204/sq ft
Feb 16, 2023
Pending
—
Feb 8, 2023
Listed
$475,000
$204/sq ft
+45
BRIGHT MLS #VALV2000270
Mar 17, 2023
Sold
$475,000
$204/sq ft
Feb 16, 2023
Pending
—
Feb 8, 2023
Listed
$475,000
$204/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 2000
Sold
$173,500
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,713
$250,000 + $243,300
$493,300
2024
$2,713 (−2.9%)
$250,000 + $243,300
$493,300
2023
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2022
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2021
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2020
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2019
$2,795 (+34.0%)
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2018
$2,086
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2017
$2,086 (+9.3%)
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2016
$1,908
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2014
$1,909 (+1.2%)
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2012
$1,887
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
Tax history for 6581 Morattico Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,713
$250,000 + $243,300
$493,300
2024
$2,713 (−2.9%)
$250,000 + $243,300
$493,300
2023
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2022
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2021
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2020
$2,795
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2019
$2,795 (+34.0%)
$250,000 + $193,600
$443,600
2018
$2,086
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2017
$2,086 (+9.3%)
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2016
$1,908
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2014
$1,909 (+1.2%)
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
2012
$1,887
$204,000 + $149,500
$353,500
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.88 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,328
Year built
1898
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
11 16
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Water Heater
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Federal Flood Zone: A
Historic
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $193,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Composite, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Storm
Other Structures: Shed, Other
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rip-Rapped
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $250,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,328
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Tax Assessed Value: $443,600
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,795
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Whole House Fan, Central A/C, Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Zoned, Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic = # of BR
Electric Available, Phone, Cable TV
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: LANCASTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Left on Merry Point Road across from Lancaster High School. At end of road, turn left, staying on MP Road. House will be on the right just prior to the Merry Point Ferry.
Location Type: River
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,328
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.88 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1898
Year Renovated: —
County: Lancaster County
APN: 11 16
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lancaster Elementary School
Public K-7 • Assigned • 14.4mi
3/10
Lancaster High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 9.6mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 59-72% 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
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
Lancaster, VA • 22503
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.