A nice opportunity for a 3 bed 2 bath home in the heart of Poquoson! Hop in the car and ride by the property, if you like what you see pick up your cell phone and call the phone number that you see, and we will be happy to schedule your private showing today!
Eastern Poquoson, located between the Poquoson River and Back River, is a waterfront and low-density Poquoson neighborhood with working marinas and wide tidal marsh views. The neighborhood reads as coastal Virginia—raised cottages, ranch homes, and newer builds set along creeks and canals. The character concentrates around the Victory Boulevard (VA-171) corridor near Poquoson Avenue, where bait shops, local seafood counters, and boat-trailer traffic set the tempo. Community pillars include Surf Rider Restaurant, Poquoson Seafood, and the Poquoson Museum. Public boat ramps and shoreline parks shape daily routines, with sunsets and skiff wakes as the soundtrack.
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Offer insights
51 Messick Rd · $295,000
$301K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $301K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
28 days
The average home goes pending in 61 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.2%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Cable hookup
Ceiling fan
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the first floor
One bedroom with ensuite
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup
220 V electric
Heating & cooling
Forced hot air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Vinyl siding
Full fence
Screened porch
Porch
Workshop
Assigned storage
Attic
Breakfast area
Office/Study
Marsh view
Home design
Detached ranch
Single-story (one living level)
Parking
Carport
Off-street parking
Driveway spaces
Space for 4 vehicles
Construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Crawl foundation
Utilities
City/County water
City/County sewer
Electric water heater
HOA & community
No HOA fees
Electricity and solar
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Quite neighborhood, close to public boat dock. Since 2020 renovations are: New roof w/ attic fan, new siding, new windows, new front porch, new front door w/ glass storm door, new security cameras, new car port, new back shed, new floors, both bathrooms, kitchen with new appliances, new ceiling fans. New carpet is ordered for installation.
Public Records
Sep 29, 2005
Sold
$200,500
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,022 (+12.5%)
$115,400 + $149,700
$265,100
2024
$2,687 (+2.7%)
$115,400 + $149,700
$265,100
2023
$2,616 (+6.7%)
$70,100 + $165,600
$235,700
2022
$2,452
$70,100 + $165,600
$235,700
2021
$2,452 (+10.3%)
$70,100 + $146,900
$217,000
2020
$2,223
$70,100 + $124,900
$195,000
2019
$2,223 (+2.3%)
$70,100 + $124,900
$195,000
2018
$2,173 (+12.6%)
$70,100 + $120,500
$190,600
2017
$1,930
$70,100 + $110,300
$180,400
2016
$1,930 (−5.2%)
$70,100 + $110,300
$180,400
2014
$2,036 (+10.3%)
$80,000 + $110,300
$190,300
2013
$1,846 (+36.0%)
$80,000 + $110,300
$190,300
2012
$1,357
$80,000 + $103,000
$183,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,516
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,516
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Poquoson
APN
31 -01 -00 -0035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Poquoson, VA • 23662
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 51 Messick Rd
$294,596
$404 under list price of $295K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $157K to $369K.