OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2023 for $485K

$502,155

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,973/mo

•

2,904

sq ft

163 Short Branch Rd, Stafford, VA 22556

About this home

Welcome to this stunning 3 BR, 3.5 BA gem that seamlessly blends modern comfort with timeless elegance. Nestled in a charming neighborhood, this home offers the perfect combination of style, space, and convenience. As you step inside, you'll immediately be greeted by the warm embrace of gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout the main living areas. The open-concept layout creates a spacious and inviting atmosphere, ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The heart of the home is the chef's dream kitchen, featuring top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. Whether you're preparing a gourmet meal or a quick snack, this kitchen is sure to delight your culinary senses. A highlight of this property is the newer composite deck, perfect for outdoor dining, relaxation, or hosting gatherings with family and friends. Imagine sipping your morning coffee while enjoying the serene views of your private, fenced yard. With a fenced yard, you'll have a secure space for pets to roam and children to play freely. This home is the epitome of comfort and functionality, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a modern, yet welcoming living space. Don't miss your chance to make this beautiful property your new home. Your dream home awaits! NEWER: Furnace/AC, water heater, gutter, hardwood floors, 1/2 bath remodel, primary bath remodel, composite deck & railings. Refrigerator 2023.

TownhomeProperty Type

2010Year Built

3,001 sq ftLot Size

$173Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Stephanie Wardwell • Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway

•703-222-3300 (broker)

Bought with Masoud Maiwandi • Golden Key Realty, LLC

•703-910-7073 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #VAST2023926

Redfin Estimate

$502,155

$17K since sold in October 2023$0 since September

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This home's estimate is 4.3% higher than the average sale price ($481K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$495,000
A
3 beds3.5 baths2,511 sq ft
18 Niday Dr, Stafford, VA 22556
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$500,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,574 sq ft
44 Hunting Creek Ln, Stafford, VA 22556
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$518,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,273 sq ft
12 Short Branch Rd, Stafford, VA 22556
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$410,000
D
3 beds3.5 baths2,318 sq ft
102 Brenwick Ct, Stafford, VA 22554
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$450,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths1,876 sq ft
101 Coral Reef Ct, Stafford, VA 22554
SOLD MAR 19, 2026
$515,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths2,112 sq ft
30 Hunting Creek Ln, Stafford, VA 22556

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Market trends in 22556, VA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.4%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$563K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

38d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

112

2 MoM

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$859,900
5 beds3.5 baths4,144 sq ft
8 Wilderness Ct, Stafford, VA 22556
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,024,900
5 beds3.5 baths4,555 sq ft
6 Helm Ct, Stafford, VA 22556
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4 beds3.5 baths2,600 sq ft
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Sale history for 163 Short Branch Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #VAST2023926

Oct 6, 2023

Sold

$485,000

$167/sq ft

Aug 29, 2023

Pending

—

Aug 24, 2023

Listed

$475,000

$164/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000766737

Oct 6, 2016

Sold

$320,000

$110/sq ft

+24

Property is well appointed with many upgrades. Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a large island in the kitchen. Upper and lower decks, including a rear covered porch, to enjoy the outdoors in any weather. Walk in closets allow for plenty of storage and the entire property is very clean & well maintained. The new air conditioning unit will keep you cool, in the hottest heat wave!

MRIS #ST9703846

Oct 6, 2016

Sold

$320,000

$110/sq ft

Aug 15, 2016

Pending

—

Aug 10, 2016

Price Changed

$112/sq ft

Jul 22, 2016

Price Changed

$113/sq ft

Jul 1, 2016

Listed

$113/sq ft

+24

** Price available after signing in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,521 (+9.9%)

$130,000 + $330,600

$460,600

2025

$4,115 (+3.3%)

$120,000 + $319,300

$439,300

2024

$3,983 (+8.7%)

$120,000 + $319,300

$439,300

2023

$3,666 (+11.2%)

$105,000 + $282,900

$387,900

2022

$3,297 (+4.3%)

$105,000 + $282,900

$387,900

2021

$3,160

$75,000 + $250,800

$325,800

2020

$3,160 (+2.8%)

$75,000 + $250,800

$325,800

2019

$3,073 (+2.0%)

$75,000 + $229,300

$304,300

2018

$3,013 (+6.4%)

$75,000 + $229,300

$304,300

2017

$2,832

$75,000 + $211,100

$286,100

2016

$2,832 (−6.8%)

$75,000 + $211,100

$286,100

2015

$3,039

$75,000 + $223,200

$298,200

2014

$3,038 (+1.1%)

$75,000 + $223,200

$298,200

2013

$3,005

$75,000 + $223,200

$298,200

2012

$3,005

$70,000 + $210,800

$280,800

2010

$70,000 + $215,900

$285,900

Tax history for 163 Short Branch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,521 (+9.9%)

$130,000 + $330,600

$460,600

2025

$4,115 (+3.3%)

$120,000 + $319,300

$439,300

2024

$3,983 (+8.7%)

$120,000 + $319,300

$439,300

2023

$3,666 (+11.2%)

$105,000 + $282,900

$387,900

2022

$3,297 (+4.3%)

$105,000 + $282,900

$387,900

2021

$3,160

$75,000 + $250,800

$325,800

2020

$3,160 (+2.8%)

$75,000 + $250,800

$325,800

2019

$3,073 (+2.0%)

$75,000 + $229,300

$304,300

2018

$3,013 (+6.4%)

$75,000 + $229,300

$304,300

2017

$2,832

$75,000 + $211,100

$286,100

2016

$2,832 (−6.8%)

$75,000 + $211,100

$286,100

2015

$3,039

$75,000 + $223,200

$298,200

2014

$3,038 (+1.1%)

$75,000 + $223,200

$298,200

2013

$3,005

$75,000 + $223,200

$298,200

2012

$3,005

$70,000 + $210,800

$280,800

2010

$70,000 + $215,900

$285,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,001 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,512

Year built

2010

Style

Townhouse

County

Stafford County

APN

21Z 2B 305A

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

Urban Residentialâ€”Medium Density District

The purpose of the R-2 district is to provide areas of medium-intensity residential uses designed and intended to be primarily characterized by townhouses, duplexes and single-family homes. Such districts are to be located near centers of urban concentrations, only where approved water and sewerage are available and where transportation systems are adequate.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Basement Garage
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Wood Floors, Walk-in Closet(s), Tub Shower
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Master Bathroom

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace - Glass Doors (N), Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 978
Improvement Assessed Value: $282,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse

Pool Information
Community Pool

Lot Information
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $105,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,926
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 978
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $3,297
Tax Assessed Value: $387,900
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,297

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Common Grounds, Pool - Outdoor, Tot Lots/Playground
HOA Fee: $80
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
School District Name: STAFFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From 610, turn onto Staffordboro Blvd. Turn right onto Woodstream. Turn right onto Short Branch. On the first right set of townhouses.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,512
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,001 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: —
County: Stafford County
APN: 21Z 2B 305A

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Anne E. Moncure Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

3/10

Shirley C. Heim Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

3/10

North Stafford High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Stafford, VA • 22556

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$478,000 – $578,000

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Home values near 163 Short Branch Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
157 Short Branch Road, Stafford, VA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2058 Sq. Ft.	$486,151
165 Short Branch Road, Stafford, VA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2862 Sq. Ft.	$483,787

Address	Redfin Estimate
155 Short Branch Road, Stafford, VA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$471,890
167 Short Branch Road, Stafford, VA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2036 Sq. Ft.	$476,592

Address	Redfin Estimate
161 Short Branch Road, Stafford, VA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2036 Sq. Ft.	$503,148
149 Short Branch Road, Stafford, VA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$424,286

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