Looking for a quiet getaway home? This beauty is back on the market! This home is such a cutie. Bright and sunshiny, w/ river frontage and access off River Road. This gorgeous 4.84 acre peaceful country property boasts unobstructed year round river views with a 2 minute drive to the heart of historic Shepherdstown and all the recreational & cultural advantages of this sought after location. The gracious two level home, oriented thoughtfully on a large tract of gently sloping lawns to mature trees and its river views, offers 3 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths and a full sized walk out unfinished lower level ready to accommodate all your design and use ideas. The main level features the primary bedroom suite, with walk in closet and full bath with convenient separate vanity & sink area. The curving gravel driveway to home brings you to a side kitchen entrance and the pavered path to the large covered front porch entrance. Through the front door entrance, there is a lovely foyer leading past second level stairs, to the hallway for large primary bedroom, en suite bath, vanity area and walk in closet. The entire house is filled with light from plenty of windows in order to enjoy the inspiring views. The main level also features newly carpeted and painted formal living room, casual dining area off well appointed kitchen with new whirlpool stainless appliances, vinyl flooring and a view of the river, trees, decks and lawns. Walking further back on the main level you will love the expansive family room (Formal dining room?) which boasts multiple high and tall windows all along the wall which faces the river, decks and views of the natural surroundings. An upper level deck is accessed through doors from this incredible family room - the upper deck leading to a long and large lower level deck great for entertainment and family gatherings. On the second level are two newly carpeted, painted bedrooms w closets and extra bump out spaces for reading nooks or storage . An additional separate middle room which could be an office or play room is an added bonus. The upper hallway offers a large linen closet and full bath. Interior stairs from main level hallway lead to the large unfinished basement which walks out to a large level concrete back yard patio, expansive lawns and views and a few steps to the lower entertainment deck. The basement has been fitted out and plumbed for bathroom to be finished. This property is a truly refreshing unique and rare offering in an area that is highly sought out. It is definitely a refuge for the persons who love river views, peaceful expansive country acreage, yet nearness to a renowned small town on the Potomac with a University’s advantages. All the recreation, shops and cultural events offered locally make this a wonderful place to call home, esp w such a very short drive to Harpers Ferry, Antietam and so many other historically /geographically interesting areas. Bald Eagles, Heron, all manner of flora and fauna welcome you home here at 303 Writt Rd.
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.84 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,075
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
09 10000100060000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
R
Rural (Agricultural) District
The purpose of this district is to provide a location for low density single family residential development in conjunction with providing continued farming activities. This district is generally not served with public water or sewer facilities although certain size developments processed under the cluster provision of Section 5.7D(2) may choose to do so. A primary function of the low density residential development permitted within this section is to preserve the rural character of the County and the agricultural community. All lots subdivided in the Rural District are subject to Section 5.7D. The Envision Jefferson 2035 Comprehensive Plan recommends that the cluster provision of the Zoning Ordinance be the preferred method of residential development in the Rural zoning district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Bed & breakfast
Kennel
Park & open space
Sep 25, 2023 • Final
Residential
Remodel an existing deck.
Remodel
Nov 9, 2021 • Active
Residential
Construct a detached garage with electrical service.
ADU
Electrical
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
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: Yes
Improvement Assessed Value: $104,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Main Entrance Orientation: Southwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Navigable Water
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $81,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,075
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $4,217
Tax Assessed Value: $185,300
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $4,217
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: SHEPHERDSTOWN
Middle Or Junior School: SHEPHERDSTOWN
High School: JEFFERSON
School District Name: JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From the Shepherdstown office, turn right onto Rt 230. In 0.1 miles, as the road curves to the left, bear right onto S Mill St. At T-intersection, turn right onto E German St and continue straight as road name changes to River Rd. After 2 miles, turn right onto Writt Rd, and in 0.1 miles, turn left to stay on Writt Rd. Home is third on the left.
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Potomac River
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,075
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Jefferson County
APN: 09 10000100060000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Shepherdstown Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
Shepherdstown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Jefferson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
4% 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
Shepherdstown, WV • 25443
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$553,000 – $670,000
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