CHARM OF YESTERYEAR, LUXURIES OF TODAY: This fully restored historic chestnut-log home built in the 1770's has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. The property is well maintained (new septic system, new plumbing, new H-VAC systems), and has endless character. It boasts high ceilings in the grand room, wood floors, Italian-marble countertops, and a custom built front door. This home offers DSL high-speed internet through CenturyLink. Included is a two-story Carriage House that has a guest room with a walk-in closet, 3/4 bath, and an upstairs spacious studio apartment, or enjoy the rustic log guest cabin with a loft; making this property ideal for entertaining or an Air BNB. The Carriage House includes an attached garage and office space. There is a storage shed, a 40x24 two-story barn with a concrete floor and lean-to that can handle your equipment or can used for celebrations. Amongst the beautifully landscaped 19.35 acres, you will find a small pond and a spring-fed stream, a greenhouse/art studio, an outdoor deck with grill and seating, and two porches. This is your one stop retreat spot.
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$1,679/mo
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Market trends in 23960, VA
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
+0.9% MoM
Median sale price
$255K
$9K MoM
Avg. days on market
15d
2 days MoM
Recently sold homes
4
3 MoM
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Sale history for 988 Sulphur Spring Rd
Date
Event
Price
SCAR #46378
Jan 25, 2021
Sold
$415,000
$236/sq ft
+59
CHARM OF YESTERYEAR, LUXURIES OF TODAY: This fully restored historic chestnut-log home built in the 1770's has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. The property is well maintained (new septic system, new plumbing, new H-VAC systems), and has endless character. It boasts high ceilings in the grand room, wood floors, Italian-marble countertops, and a custom built front door. This home offers DSL high-speed internet through CenturyLink. Included is a two-story Carriage House that has a guest room with a walk-in closet, 3/4 bath, and an upstairs spacious studio apartment, or enjoy the rustic log guest cabin with a loft; making this property ideal for entertaining or an Air BNB. The Carriage House includes an attached garage and office space. There is a storage shed, a 40x24 two-story barn with a concrete floor and lean-to that can handle your equipment or can used for celebrations. Amongst the beautifully landscaped 19.35 acres, you will find a small pond and a spring-fed stream, a greenhouse/art studio, an outdoor deck with grill and seating, and two porches. This is your one stop retreat spot.
CAAR #609469
Jan 25, 2021
Sold
$415,000
$236/sq ft
Oct 8, 2020
Listed
$429,900
$244/sq ft
CVRMLS #2030957
Jan 25, 2021
Sold
$415,000
$236/sq ft
Oct 8, 2020
Listed
$429,900
$244/sq ft
LMLS #327739
Jan 25, 2021
Sold
$415,000
$236/sq ft
Oct 7, 2020
Listed
$429,900
$244/sq ft
CVRMLS #1906967
Sep 30, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 7, 2019
Listed
$449,900
$256/sq ft
CAAR #586899
Mar 5, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 7, 2019
Listed
$449,900
$256/sq ft
CAAR #586731
Aug 31, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2019
Listed
$589,900
$335/sq ft
LMLS #317093
Mar 6, 2019
Listed
$449,900
$256/sq ft
CVRMLS #1906527
Mar 7, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2019
Listed
$589,900
$335/sq ft
LMLS #317011
Mar 3, 2019
Listed
$589,900
$335/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2506859
Feb 5, 2006
Sold
$400,000
$227/sq ft
Mar 15, 2005
Listed
$450,000
$256/sq ft
CVRMLS #2506859-248379084
Feb 5, 2006
Sold
$400,000
$227/sq ft
Mar 15, 2005
Listed
$450,000
$256/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,371 (+36.7%)
$43,600 + $299,100
$342,700
2024
$1,003
$32,600 + $160,200
$192,800
2023
$1,003 (+8.3%)
$32,600 + $160,200
$192,800
2021
$925 (+20.4%)
$32,600 + $160,200
$192,800
2020
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2019
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2018
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2017
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2016
$768 (+22.1%)
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2014
$629 (+12.1%)
$27,600 + $106,200
$133,800
2013
$561
$27,600 + $106,200
$133,800
Tax history for 988 Sulphur Spring Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,371 (+36.7%)
$43,600 + $299,100
$342,700
2024
$1,003
$32,600 + $160,200
$192,800
2023
$1,003 (+8.3%)
$32,600 + $160,200
$192,800
2021
$925 (+20.4%)
$32,600 + $160,200
$192,800
2020
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2019
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2018
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2017
$769
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2016
$768 (+22.1%)
$30,600 + $120,100
$150,700
2014
$629 (+12.1%)
$27,600 + $106,200
$133,800
2013
$561
$27,600 + $106,200
$133,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.82 Acres
Year renovated
1910
Sq. Ft.
1,760
Year built
1742
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Prince Edward County
APN
031 3 9
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15.0 x 15.0
Length: 15.0
Width: 15.0
Room 2 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15.0 x 15.0
Length: 15.0
Width: 15.0
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.0 x 15.0
Length: 15.0
Width: 15.0
Room 4 Information
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.0 x 15.0
Length: 15.0
Width: 15.0
Room 5 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 30.0 x 10.0
Length: 30.0
Width: 10.0
Room 6 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 29.6 x 14.5
Length: 29.6
Width: 14.5
Room 7 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: First
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Other Features: Main Level Primary, Solid Surface Counters
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Actual
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Log
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Garage(s), Greenhouse, Barn(s), Garage Apartment, Stable(s)
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 19.35
Lot Size Acres: 19.35
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,760
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $876
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,760
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8.82 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1742
Year Renovated: 1910
County: Prince Edward County
APN: 031 3 9
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Prince Edward Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 10.9mi
4/10
Prince Edward Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 10.9mi
2/10
Prince Edward County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.9mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
7% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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