Charming Circa 1886 Farmhouse nestled in a tranquil and picturesque setting with mature trees and plantings on 2.37 Acres in rural country setting of Essex County. Recent renovations and upgrades. .. .vinyl siding, new windows, metal roof, new wiring, refinished original wood and pine flooring, new well, new septic system & 3 mini split heat/air units. Step back in time with the lovely crown molding, wide baseboard trim and bead board ceilings. Sweet front porch with trex decking, perfect for the rocking chair & swing. Furniture and appliances as viewed will convey with sale. Side concrete patio for the grill and outside dining. One Car Garage, storage rooms & chicken coop needing some TLC. Minutes to Garrett's Marina for your boating needs and launching for a day of fun on the Rappahannock River. Great saltwater fishing area. Short run to Town of Tappahannock for Town's amenities, historic Downtown with Essex Museum, Essex Library, Tappahannock Art Gallery, Town Park on the Rappahannock River, seasonal, monthly Farmer's Market, shops, restaurants, Marina, public boat ramp, Rappahannock River Valley Wildlife Refuge, Hobb's Hole Golf Course, health care facilities and VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital. One Hour to Richmond and Fredericksburg and 1.5 Hrs. to D. C. and Colonial Williamsburg. Perfect for full-time living or a weekend escape offering timeless farmhouse charm!
Charming Circa 1886 Farmhouse nestled in a tranquil and picturesque setting with mature trees and plantings on 2.37 Acres in rural country area of Essex County. Recent renovations and upgrades. .. .vinyl siding, new windows, metal roof, new wiring, refinished original wood and pine flooring, new well, new septic system & 3 mini split heat/air units. Step back in time with the lovely crown molding, wide baseboard trim and bead board ceilings. Sweet front porch with trex decking, perfect for the rocking chair & swing. Furniture and appliances as viewed will convey with sale. Side concrete patio for the grill & outside dining. One Car garage, storage rooms & chicken coop needing some TLC. Minutes to Garrett's Marina for your boating needs and launching for a day of fun on the Rappahannock River. Great saltwater fishing area. Short run to Town of Tappahannock for Town's amenities, historic Downtown with Essex Museum, Essex Library, Tappahannock Art Gallery, Town Park on the Rappahannock River, seasonal, monthly Farmer's Market, shops, restaurants, Marina, public boat ramp, Rappahannock River Valley Wildlife Refuge, Hobb's Hole Golf Course, health care facilities & VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital. One Hour to Richmond & Fredericksburg & 1.5 Hrs. to D. C. & Colonial Williamsburg. Perfect for full-time living or a weekend escape offering timeless farmhouse charm!
CVRMLS #2621567
Aug 8, 2026
Listed
$267,900
$269/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$871
$32,100 + $126,300
$158,400
2025
$871 (+1.7%)
$32,100 + $126,300
$158,400
2024
$856
$22,796 + $94,500
$117,296
2023
$856
$22,796 + $94,500
$117,296
2022
$856 (+45.4%)
$22,800 + $94,500
$117,300
2020
$589 (−2.3%)
$22,800 + $45,700
$68,500
2019
$603 (+0.1%)
$22,800 + $45,700
$68,500
2018
$602 (−0.1%)
$22,800 + $45,700
$68,500
2017
$603 (−4.0%)
$22,800 + $45,700
$68,500
2014
$628 (+23.8%)
$23,500 + $49,500
$73,000
2013
$507
$23,500 + $49,500
$73,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.7 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Finished Sq. Ft.
996
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
996
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
53----157
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
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 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
51% 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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Historical weather
Tappahannock, VA • 22437
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Tappahannock. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 738 Bowlers Rd
$251,703
$16K under list price of $268K
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