Cape sophistication with coastal charm. Personal home of builder/architect, John & Lisa Sawin. All new, interior design transformed in 2015. High end finishes, fixtures, and custom coastal inspired trim and doors with glass knobs on this waterfront property. Nestled in the center of a quiet coastal-style village along the harbor at Governor's Land. Wake up to beautiful views of Two Rivers Marina & James River from the rear of the home, and wooded marsh views from the front. Just a short golf cart ride to the beach, restaurants, pool, golf and tennis courts. 4603 sq ft, 4 BR, 3 1/2 baths, office, kitchen with Wolf & sub-zero appl. , small wine cellar, stadium seating in theater room with 80" retractable TV, 4-season rear porch with stone fireplace & retractable screens. Greatroom has coffered beam ceilings & large stone fireplace. Large MB suite, his & her closets and bath with heated marble floors and steam shower. Whole house generator, Limestone steps lead you to the dock that accommodates up to a 40' boat.
WMLS #30042960
May 6, 2015
Sold
$845,000
$183/sq ft
Sep 5, 2014
Listed
$935,000
$203/sq ft
+41
Flower boxes, front porch, cedar shake exterior, and an intimate yet open interior define this William E. Poole waterfront home. Offering a superb setting- only steps from your own private 40+ ft. bulkhead and charming views of the Two Rivers Marina & the James River. First floor living includes Master Suite with new Bath, Office/Den, Morning Rm. and an outstanding All Season Room. Geothermal Syste
WMLS #30039407
Dec 20, 2013
Listed
$1,050,000
$228/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 20, 1994
Sold
$234,200
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,932 (+6.4%)
$610,600 + $1,067,900
$1,678,500
2024
$13,092 (+9.1%)
$610,600 + $1,067,900
$1,678,500
2023
$12,000
$610,600 + $1,067,900
$1,678,500
2022
$12,000 (+2.3%)
$445,000 + $1,000,800
$1,445,800
2021
$11,734
$445,000 + $1,000,800
$1,445,800
2020
$11,734 (+63.3%)
$445,000 + $951,900
$1,396,900
2019
$7,184
$445,000 + $951,900
$1,396,900
2018
$7,184
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2017
$7,184
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2016
$7,183 (−21.4%)
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2015
$9,139 (−7.9%)
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2014
$9,920
$560,000 + $627,000
$1,187,000
Tax history for 1588 Harbor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,932 (+6.4%)
$610,600 + $1,067,900
$1,678,500
2024
$13,092 (+9.1%)
$610,600 + $1,067,900
$1,678,500
2023
$12,000
$610,600 + $1,067,900
$1,678,500
2022
$12,000 (+2.3%)
$445,000 + $1,000,800
$1,445,800
2021
$11,734
$445,000 + $1,000,800
$1,445,800
2020
$11,734 (+63.3%)
$445,000 + $951,900
$1,396,900
2019
$7,184
$445,000 + $951,900
$1,396,900
2018
$7,184
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2017
$7,184
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2016
$7,183 (−21.4%)
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2015
$9,139 (−7.9%)
$445,000 + $410,200
$855,200
2014
$9,920
$560,000 + $627,000
$1,187,000
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,607
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
James City
APN
4310200021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
R4
Residential Planned Community District
This district is intended to permit development, in accordance with a master plan, of large, cluster-type communities in a manner that will protect and preserve the natural resources, trees, watersheds, contours and topographic features of the land, protect and enhance the natural scenic beauty and permit the greatest amount of recreational facilities by leaving large areas permanently open. Within such communities, the location of all improvements shall permit a variety of housing accommodations in an orderly relationship to one another with the greatest amount of open area, the least disturbance to natural features and to implement the policies and designations of the Comprehensive Plan. A planned residential district may include a variety of residential accommodations and light commercial activity, but no industrial development is permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
Bank
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Hotel / motel
Office
Medical office
Oct 22, 2019 • Final
Mechanical permits - residential: alterations
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Two Spaces
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Additional Room
Description: 3 SEason Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Bonus Room
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Office
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Laundry
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Room 9 Information
Family Room
Level: First
Room 10 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Room 11 Information
Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Features: Gas, Stone, Vented, Wood Burning
Equipment
Generator
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Gas Grill Connection, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Waterfront Features: Bulkhead, Dock Access, Navigable Water, Pier, River Access
Zoning Description: R4
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $1,396,900
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $711,734
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Location
HOA Information
Yes
Association Fee: $238
Monthly
Association Fee 2: $337
Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Common Areas, Road Maintenance, Security
Association Amenities: Management
Community Information
Community Features: Basketball Court, Beach, Boat Facilities, Common Grounds/Area, Clubhouse, Fitness, Golf, Marina, Pool, Sports Field, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,607
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: James City
APN: 4310200021
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
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Schools
Matoaka Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
8/10
Lois Hornsby Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.9mi
8/10
Jamestown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
6/10
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 41-55% chance 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, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
67% 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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Estimated sale price
$1.90M – $2.30M
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