3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath brick rancher with attached carport and storage located in Gwynnfield, one of the areas most popular waterfront communities. Ride your bike to beach or launch your boat from the community ramp and enjoy a day on the water. Gwynnfield is conveniently located 4 miles north of Tappahannock offering restaurants, shopping, golf and VCU Health. The baths have been remodeled and feature ceramic tiled floors and a low threshold shower as well as solid surface countertops. The kitchen has also been remodeled and has ceramic tile flooring, solid surface counters, custom oak cabinetry and a dining area. Other features include hardwood flooring, a masonry fireplace, covered parking and a front porch. +++The fireplace and the gas insert are to convey AS IS. There are no known defects. +++
Est. $2,031 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 197 Bruce Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NNAR #120529
Oct 7, 2026
Sold
$265,000
$219/sq ft
Jul 28, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 21, 2026
Price Changed
$277,500
$229/sq ft
Jun 2, 2026
Listed
$285,000
$235/sq ft
3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath brick rancher with attached carport and storage located in Gwynnfield, one of the areas most popular waterfront communities. Ride your bike to beach or launch your boat from the community ramp and enjoy a day on the water. Gwynnfield is conveniently located 4 miles north of Tappahannock offering restaurants, shopping, golf and VCU Health. The baths have been remodeled and feature ceramic tiled floors and a low threshold shower as well as granite countertops. The kitchen has also been remodeled and has ceramic tile flooring, granite counters and abundant oak cabinetry and a dining area. Other features include hardwood flooring, a masonry fireplace, covered parking and a front porch. ++ The fireplace and gas insert are to convey AS IS. There are no known defects.
CVRMLS #2614734
Oct 6, 2026
Sold
$265,000
$219/sq ft
Jul 28, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 21, 2026
Price Changed
$277,500
$229/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Listed
$285,000
$235/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,148
$41,100 + $167,600
$208,700
2025
$1,148 (−10.6%)
$41,100 + $167,600
$208,700
2024
$1,284
$40,000 + $135,840
$175,840
2023
$1,284
$40,000 + $135,840
$175,840
2022
$1,284 (+21.9%)
$40,000 + $135,840
$175,840
2020
$1,053 (−2.3%)
$40,000 + $82,400
$122,400
2019
$1,077
$40,000 + $82,400
$122,400
2018
$1,077
$40,000 + $82,400
$122,400
2017
$1,077 (+5.2%)
$40,000 + $82,400
$122,400
2014
$1,024 (+23.9%)
$40,000 + $79,100
$119,100
2013
$827
$40,000 + $79,100
$119,100
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
1,212
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
26-C-10-D-43
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Carport
Parking
Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 2 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 3 Information
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 4 Information
Laundry
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 5 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 6 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 7 Information
Half Bath
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Full Bath
Description: Shower
Level: First
Laundry Information
Features: Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Masonry, Wood Burning
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Water Heater: Electric
Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Kitchen
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Other Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Solid Surface Counters, Cable TV, Paneling/Wainscoting
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Actual
Roof Details: Composition
Construction Details: Brick, Drywall, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch, Storage, Shed
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.3347
Lot Size Acres: 0.3347
Lot Size Dimensions: 100' X 150'
Lot Features: Landscaped, Level
Waterfront Features: Water Access
Frontage Length Remarks: 0.0000
Zoning Description: R-2
Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,212
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $208,700
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,147.86
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Community/Coop, Shared Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $150
Annually
Community Information
Community Features: Beach, Boat Facilities, Common Grounds/Area
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,212
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Essex County
APN: 26-C-10-D-43
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Tappahannock Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.4mi
4/10
Essex Intermediate School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
3/10
Essex High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Tappahannock, VA • 22560
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$257,000 – $311,000
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