You are going to LOVE this tastefully UPDATED, cape style home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & a FULL basement all situated on a . 4+ acre lot! Features/Upgrades include; NEW 30 year roof (2020), NEW HVAC (2020), NEW water heater (2020), NEW LVP flooring upstairs (2023), Refinished Hardwoods (2019), NEW drywall and freshly painted basement (2023), NEWER back deck, NEW Well (2019) & so much more! As you pull into the loop driveway you are greeted with tons of curb appeal. Entering the home handsome hardwoods flow throughout the whole first floor. Off of the living room is the sunroom and dining room that leads to the kitchen with white cabinetry and stainless appliances! The primary bedroom is on the first floor along with a full bathroom. Upstairs there are 2 generously sized bedrooms & a second full bathroom. The basement has endless possibilities with interior access and a separate exterior door access. With new drywall, new electrical outlets the basement is ready for you to put your final touches on it as a hangout, separate suite, workshop, gym or storage. The laundry room is located in the basement. There is an oversized back deck, detached storage shed and tons of yard space.
Cape Cod, Vinyl Siding, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, First Floor Bedroom, Enclosed Side Porch, Wood Floors, 1223 Square Feet, Dining Room, Unfinished Basement, Rear Deck, Shed. Conveniently Located Near Rt 360 For An Easy Commute To Richmond, Mechanicsville, Or Tappahannock.
CVRMLS #1840627
Mar 7, 2019
Sold
$105,000
$86/sq ft
Dec 6, 2018
Listed
$88,000
$72/sq ft
+13
CVRMLS #OLD2206769
Dec 4, 2003
Sold
$89,900
$74/sq ft
Mar 19, 2002
Listed
$89,900
$74/sq ft
CVRMLS #2206769-20220323
Mar 19, 2002
Listed
$89,900
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,203
$12,600 + $206,100
$218,700
2025
$1,203 (+8.8%)
$12,600 + $206,100
$218,700
2024
$1,105
$12,597 + $138,800
$151,397
2023
$1,105
$12,597 + $138,800
$151,397
2022
$1,105 (+53.7%)
$12,600 + $138,800
$151,400
2020
$719 (−2.3%)
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2019
$736
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2018
$735
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2017
$736 (−4.4%)
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2014
$770 (+23.7%)
$12,600 + $76,900
$89,500
2013
$622
$12,600 + $76,900
$89,500
Tax history for 648 Mussel Swamp Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,203
$12,600 + $206,100
$218,700
2025
$1,203 (+8.8%)
$12,600 + $206,100
$218,700
2024
$1,105
$12,597 + $138,800
$151,397
2023
$1,105
$12,597 + $138,800
$151,397
2022
$1,105 (+53.7%)
$12,600 + $138,800
$151,400
2020
$719 (−2.3%)
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2019
$736
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2018
$735
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2017
$736 (−4.4%)
$12,600 + $71,000
$83,600
2014
$770 (+23.7%)
$12,600 + $76,900
$89,500
2013
$622
$12,600 + $76,900
$89,500
*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
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
44----43A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: Driveway, Unpaved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Has Basement
Basement Information: Partial, Unfinished
Room 1 Information
Bedroom 3
Description: NEW LVP flooring, FRESH PAINT
Level: Second
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 2 Information
Description: Refinished Hardwoods, Oversized
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 3 Information
Dining Room
Description: Refinished hardwoods, off of Kitchen
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 4 Information
Florida Room
Description: Off of Living Room
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 5 Information
Bedroom 2
Description: NEW LVP flooring, FRESH PAINT
Level: Second
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Description: White cabinetry, SS appliances.
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 7 Information
Living Room
Description: Refinished hardwoods, Fresh paint
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 8 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: Second
Room 9 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: First
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Masonry
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Water Heater, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Other Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 3
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Details: Actual
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: Drywall, Frame, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Out Building(s), Porch, Storage, Shed, Unpaved Driveway
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Land Information
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.409
Lot Size Acres: 0.409
Lot Features: Level
Zoning Description: R-2
Property Information
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 832
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,223
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $151,400
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,105
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Essex County
APN: 44----43A
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Essex Intermediate School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
3/10
Essex High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
4/10
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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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
39% 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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Tappahannock, VA • 22560
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$255,000 – $309,000
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