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$325,000
1days on market

101 Carmel Valley, Williamsburg, VA 23188

New ListingLand and Farms · FORDS COLONY

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Lake, Pond.

Frontage

Lake · Pond ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,032/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10654187

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Lake,Pond

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
City Sewer, City Water, Electric Avail, Gas Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9900
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
FORDS COLONY
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLE

See more Williamsburg waterfront homes.

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

This is a rare find in Fords Colony, most lots in this section have been developed for decades. Located just across the street, Carmel Valley, from the green of the Blackheath course's hole 1 and another water feature behind the lot, this property is wonderfully situated in this community. You will have the option to build a home with a Waterton or Carmel Valley address. The options are endless on a lot this size, come and build the custom home of your dreams.

Listing courtesy of Michelle Barnes · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10654187

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

101 Carmel Valley in Williamsburg's 23188 zip code is a land parcel sitting moments from Ford's Colony Country Club, Freedom Park, and two military installations — a rare opportunity to build on your own terms in one of Virginia's most storied cities.

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See all Williamsburg homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23188, homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School, and homes for sale zoned for D.J. Montague Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Williamsburg — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Fords Colony homes for sale, Williamsburg waterfront homes for sale, Williamsburg condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Williamsburg.

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Why this home stands out

Raw land in established Williamsburg corridors is genuinely hard to come by. This parcel on Carmel Valley puts you within half a mile of Ford's Colony Country Club and less than a mile from the Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum, meaning the lifestyle infrastructure is already in place before you break ground. You choose the footprint, the orientation, and the timeline — that kind of control is the differentiator here.

FORDS COLONY and the Williamsburg real estate market

Williamsburg carries a weight that few Virginia cities can match — colonial history, world-class tourism, and a surprisingly livable everyday rhythm all layered on top of each other. The 23188 zip code sits on the western side of the city, where neighborhoods feel quieter and more residential without sacrificing access to the broader metro. Carmel Valley itself sits near the Ford's Colony corridor, a well-established area known for mature trees, golf course amenity access, and streets that feel intentional rather than thrown together. James City County jurisdiction means you're working within a local government that has long managed growth carefully. Williamsburg homes for sale in this pocket tend to attract buyers who want proximity to Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, and the College of William & Mary without being in the middle of the tourist bustle. Daily life here balances small-city charm with genuine convenience — and building on a parcel like this lets you shape exactly how that balance plays out for your household.

What's nearby

Day-to-day convenience is closer than you might expect from a land parcel. Krispy Krunchy Chicken and CHILL STOP are both within 0.4 miles for quick bites, and Murdoch's at Ford's Colony — a proper sit-down option — is just 0.5 miles away. Ford's Colony Country Club is equally close at 0.5 miles, offering golf and social amenities that many future residents will use regularly. For outdoor time, the Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum is 0.8 miles out, and Freedom Park itself stretches across nearly 600 acres just 0.9 miles away — trails, history, and open space all within an easy drive or bike ride.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is 19 minutes away and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is 27 minutes out, making this parcel a realistic build site for military households assigned to either installation. A VA loan can sometimes be used for land purchases when construction financing is structured correctly — worth exploring with a lender familiar with military buyers in the Williamsburg market. Building here means you set the layout from day one rather than inheriting someone else's floor plan.

For families upgrading

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School and homes for sale zoned for D.J. Montague Elementary School will find that this parcel sits within that same attendance zone footprint — giving you the option to build a home sized and configured exactly for your household rather than compromising on an existing layout. Freedom Park is less than a mile away for weekend adventures, and the Ford's Colony corridor adds a layer of neighborhood stability that upgrading families tend to prioritize.

More buyer questions

How far is 101 Carmel Valley from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 19 minutes from 101 Carmel Valley under typical traffic conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown adds another 8 minutes at roughly 27 minutes out.

What utilities or infrastructure are available at this parcel?

Utility availability — including water, sewer, electric, and gas hookups — varies by parcel and should be confirmed through James City County and the relevant utility providers before purchase. A site evaluation is a standard early step for any build project.

Is 101 Carmel Valley in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this parcel is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Reviewing that information alongside a survey is recommended before finalizing any build plans.

What can be built on this land in Williamsburg's 23188 zip code?

Permitted uses are governed by James City County zoning regulations. Buyers should request a zoning verification letter from the county and consult with a local land-use attorney or builder to confirm what residential or other construction is allowable on this specific parcel.

Where is the nearest grocery store to 101 Carmel Valley?

Several grocery options are within a short drive along the Richmond Road and Monticello Avenue corridors, including major chain supermarkets serving the broader Williamsburg area. Exact distances are best confirmed via a current map application given that retail in the area continues to evolve.

Ready to walk the land at 101 Carmel Valley and talk through what's possible? Tom and Dariya Milan know the Williamsburg market well — reach out and let's start the conversation.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51095C

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Fords Colony

Ford's Colony is one of the Williamsburg area's largest and most recognized communities, a gated, golf-centered community set on roughly 3,200 acres of woodlands, wetlands, and ponds in James City County, with a smaller portion within the City of Williamsburg.

$770K

Median sale · 12 mo

$241

Sold $/sq ft

25d

Days on market

62

For sale now

$123K

HH income

77.5%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,950/mo

Principal & interest

$1,686

Property tax

$169

Home insurance

$95

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$325,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$2,032

Monthly Tax

$169

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.63%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 17, 2026$325,000—
Currently listed—$325,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Williamsburg Real Estate Assessment

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 101 Carmel Valley in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are D.J. Montague Elementary (VaHome School Score 6.2/10), Lois S Hornsby Middle School, Lafayette (VaHome School Score 5.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 101 Carmel Valley in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is 101 Carmel Valley a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake,Pond.
Does 101 Carmel Valley have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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101 Carmel Valley, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188 · MLS #10654187 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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