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$425,000
12910 John Clayton Memorial Hwy
North, Virginia 23128
MLS# 10630197 · ALL OTHERS AREA 126 · Mathews County VA
Updated Apr 25, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,463/mo
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Price / sq ft
$165
2,574 sq ft
Days on market
17
HOA
None
Year built
1945
81 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,574
Garage
N/A
Schools
- ElementaryMatthews Elementary—
- MiddleThomas Hunter Middle—
- HighMathews—
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About this home
Unique investment and business opportunity set on 3 private acres with multiple income streams already in place. This versatile property features a duplex with two rental units—a 2-bedroom unit on the first floor and a studio apartment on the second—both recently remodeled inside, offering turnkey residential income or owner-occupancy with supplemental rent.The property also includes a separate shop building with its…
Listed by Lisa Atkins · Iron Valley Real Estate HR
VaHome Team property overview
A 1945-built multi-family residential property spanning 2,574 square feet along John Clayton Memorial Highway in North, Virginia — a quiet Mathews County corridor where rural character, water-access lifestyle, and easy regional connectivity come together on the Middle Peninsula.
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Why this home stands out
Properties of this scale and vintage along John Clayton Memorial Highway are genuinely uncommon. At 2,574 square feet and built in 1945, this multi-family structure carries the kind of bones and proportions that newer construction rarely replicates. Sitting in Mathews County's North community, it occupies a stretch of Virginia's Middle Peninsula where land is generous, neighbors are few, and the pace of life is deliberately unhurried — a combination that's increasingly hard to find anywhere near the Hampton Roads metro.
ALL OTHERS AREA 126 and the North real estate market
North, Virginia sits in Mathews County on the Middle Peninsula, a region defined by tidal creeks, pine-lined back roads, and a deep-rooted waterman culture that stretches back centuries. The community along John Clayton Memorial Highway — named for the 17th-century botanist who documented Virginia's native flora from this very county — feels removed from the noise of the broader Hampton Roads region without being isolated from it. Mathews County is one of Virginia's smaller jurisdictions, which means local governance is accessible, open space is protected, and the landscape retains a character that larger counties have long since traded away. This stretch of Route 606 connects you northward toward Gloucester and the Route 17 corridor, and southward toward the county seat of Mathews Court House. For buyers drawn to the 12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY North VA lifestyle, the appeal is straightforward: genuine quiet, genuine space, and a community that still knows its neighbors by name.
What's nearby
Day-to-day essentials are closer than the rural setting might suggest. North Star Market sits just 0.9 miles away and handles the grocery runs without requiring a long drive. Shell, also 0.9 miles out, covers quick stops and fuel. For a broader shopping trip or a sit-down meal, Gloucester Court House is a reasonable drive north along Route 17, where you'll find pharmacies, hardware stores, and a handful of local restaurants. Mathews Court House to the south offers additional services and the county's civic core. The broader Gloucester and Williamsburg corridors expand your options considerably when the occasion calls for it.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 31 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown runs approximately 35 minutes — both manageable commutes from North, Virginia. If you're eligible for a VA loan, this property's multi-family structure and generous square footage can make that benefit work especially hard. The Middle Peninsula's lower cost of living compared to Virginia Beach or Norfolk is a real advantage for families weighing their options.
For buyers drawn to character
A 1945 multi-family structure with 2,574 square feet in Mathews County isn't something you stumble across every day. If you're drawn to properties with actual history — thick walls, period proportions, a setting that hasn't been subdivided into sameness — this address on John Clayton Memorial Highway delivers exactly that. The surrounding landscape of tidal Mathews County only deepens the sense that you've found something genuinely distinct.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 31 minutes from this address under typical driving conditions. The route generally takes you north through Gloucester County and across the York River corridor.
How far is 12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 35 minutes away, making it a workable daily commute for personnel stationed there.
What county is 12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY in?
The property is located in Mathews County, Virginia — one of the smaller and more rural counties on the Middle Peninsula, known for its tidal waterways and preserved rural character.
Is 12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY in a flood zone?
Mathews County has significant areas of flood risk given its low-lying, tidal geography — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific designation assigned to this parcel.
What is the property type at 12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY?
This is a multi-family residential property, built in 1945, with a total of 2,574 square feet — an uncommon configuration for this rural stretch of Mathews County.
Curious about what life along John Clayton Memorial Highway actually looks like? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this stretch of the Middle Peninsula well — reach out and let's talk through it.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,574
Stories
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
N/A
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$425,000
Price / Sq Ft
$165
Annual Taxes
$1,600
Monthly Tax
$133
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.38%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 18, 2026 | $425,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $425,000 | — |
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,463/moPrincipal & interest
$2,205
Property tax
$133
Home insurance
$124
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate HR · MLS# 10630197
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$425,000
12910 John Clayton Memorial HWY, NORTH VA 23128
North, Virginia 23128
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