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Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
1.01 acresLot Size
$126Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Robert Ransome• Ransome Realty Group
Bought with Charmaine Graham• 1st Class Real Estate Flagship
Est. $1,690 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
A great find for an investor- good bones and potential for in-law suite.
6 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sue Langston-Ames
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 1455 Penniman Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CVRMLS #2609663
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$140,000
$126/sq ft
May 14, 2026
Pending
—
May 11, 2026
Price Changed
$190,000
$170/sq ft
Apr 24, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 21, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$220,000
$197/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,835
$70,500 + $164,700
$235,200
2025
$1,835 (+8.9%)
$70,500 + $164,700
$235,200
2024
$1,684 (+9.8%)
$70,500 + $164,700
$235,200
2023
$1,534 (−1.3%)
$66,100 + $161,500
$227,600
2022
$1,554 (+49.0%)
$66,100 + $133,100
$199,200
2021
$1,043
$66,100 + $133,100
$199,200
2020
$1,043 (−20.6%)
$78,800 + $90,100
$168,900
2019
$1,313 (−30.3%)
$75,000 + $90,100
$165,100
2018
$1,882 (+51.7%)
$75,000 + $90,100
$165,100
2017
$1,241
$75,000 + $90,100
$165,100
2016
$1,240 (+2.3%)
$75,000 + $90,100
$165,100
2014
$1,212 (+40.1%)
$75,000 + $86,300
$161,300
2013
$865 (+1.3%)
$45,000 + $70,100
$115,100
2012
$853
$45,000 + $70,100
$115,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,115
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
H13A-1394-3420
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
R13
High Density Single-Family Residential District
The R13 district is intended to provide opportunities for single-family residential development generally having a maximum density of 3 dwelling units per acre. High density single-family detached development can be expected to generate substantial demands on public services facilities and should be located where adequate public services, transportation facilities and commercial centers are available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Office
Fire house
Library
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: Off Street, Workshop in Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Unfinished
Room 1 Information
Bedroom 4
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.6
Length: 13.0
Width: 11.6
Room 2 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: First
Dimensions: 9.2 x 11.6
Length: 9.2
Width: 11.6
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.4 x 11.3
Length: 11.4
Width: 11.3
Room 4 Information
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.1 x 11.6
Length: 15.1
Width: 11.6
Room 5 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 21.7 x 11.3
Length: 21.7
Width: 11.3
Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.6 x 15.7
Length: 11.6
Width: 15.7
Room 7 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: First
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Wood Burning
Interior Features
Flooring: Partially Carpeted, Vinyl
Other Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Actual
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Out Building(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.01
Lot Size Acres: 1.01
Zoning Description: R13
Property Information
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1,114
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,115
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $235,200
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,834.56
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,115
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: H13A-1394-3420
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Magruder Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Queens Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Bruton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
7/10
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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
Williamsburg, VA • 23185
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Williamsburg. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$271,000 – $328,000
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