You're about to fall in love with this immaculately maintained, riverside cape cod!! Tranquil is the word that comes to mind when first pulling in! Open floorplan features hardwood floors, and a phenomenal light and airy kitchen which opens up to he living room. Sought after main level master bedroom and bath. Upstairs you'll find two spacious bedrooms with walk in closets, and another full bath! Screened in porch extends the entire back of the house, then step outside to a huge patio! This house is perfect for entertaining, indoors or out! Right alongside of the river, spend your afternoons relaxing on your private dock. You definitely don't want to miss this little slice of heaven
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$207Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Micah Dianda• INK Homes and Lifestyle, LLC.
•540-372-7777 (broker)
•inkhomesbroker@gmail.com (broker)
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Market trends in 23148, VA
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
101.8%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$272K
$62 MoM
Avg. days on market
39d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
4
2 MoM
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Sale history for 257 Spring Cottage
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #VAKQ100204
Jul 15, 2021
Sold
$374,000
$191/sq ft
May 24, 2021
Pending
—
May 20, 2021
Listed
$325,000
$166/sq ft
CVRMLS #1634986
Mar 24, 2017
Sold
$195,000
$99/sq ft
Oct 17, 2016
Listed
$219,950
$112/sq ft
+19
Waterfront getaway or year round private retreat! Scenic wooded lot fronting Mattaponi River, steps and dock already in, Large beautiful cape home with 1st floor master bedroom and a full bath. 2 huge bedrooms upstairs with a full bath. Screened rear porch with ceiling fans. Brick fireplace. Easy access but very private. Must see!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,380 (+4.0%)
$46,900 + $218,400
$265,300
2024
$1,327 (+4.2%)
$46,900 + $218,400
$265,300
2023
$1,273 (+6.8%)
$46,900 + $218,400
$265,300
2022
$1,192 (+3.8%)
$46,700 + $170,000
$216,700
2021
$1,149 (+0.8%)
$46,700 + $170,000
$216,700
2020
$1,140
$45,000 + $170,000
$215,000
2018
$1,140 (+26.8%)
$45,000 + $170,000
$215,000
2010
$899
$45,000 + $170,000
$215,000
Tax history for 257 Spring Cottage
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,380 (+4.0%)
$46,900 + $218,400
$265,300
2024
$1,327 (+4.2%)
$46,900 + $218,400
$265,300
2023
$1,273 (+6.8%)
$46,900 + $218,400
$265,300
2022
$1,192 (+3.8%)
$46,700 + $170,000
$216,700
2021
$1,149 (+0.8%)
$46,700 + $170,000
$216,700
2020
$1,140
$45,000 + $170,000
$215,000
2018
$1,140 (+26.8%)
$45,000 + $170,000
$215,000
2010
$899
$45,000 + $170,000
$215,000
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
1,960
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
King & Queen County
APN
32 10L 602C
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Mixed
Other Structures: Above Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Level, Secluded
Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Private
# of Docks: 1
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,960
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $215,000
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $200,000
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Septic = # of BR
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: KING AND QUEEN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: house is down the gravel road on your right.
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,960
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2004
County: King & Queen County
APN: 32 10L 602C
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
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Schools
Lawson-Marriott Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.4mi
4/10
Central High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 17.3mi
4/10
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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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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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