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$400,000
70days on market

1445 Morgarts Beach Rd, Smithfield, VA 23430

ActiveLand and Farms · SMITHFIELD ON THE JAMES

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

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

Frontage

Lake ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,697/yr

County

Isle of Wight County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10636287

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Lake

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Other

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
17.9400
Road surface
Gravel, Paved
Subdivision
SMITHFIELD ON THE JAMES
Zoning
RAC
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer

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

About this home

Beautiful Lakefront 17.9 Acre Lot in Smithfield on the James - build your dream home here. Horses are welcome. The lot fronts on Mogarts Beach Road and enters through the gated entrance onto Rocks Landing Road. When you arrive at Rivers Edge Trail West you will turn left and go approximately 270 feet where lot 4 begins again and has approximately 315 feet of road frontage. See plat attached to listing. The lake is aerated and wildlife abounds in this beautiful lakefront setting.

Listing courtesy of Donna Hull · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10636287

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A rare land opportunity along the James River corridor in Smithfield, Virginia — 1445 Morgarts Beach Road puts you steps from Fort Boykin, minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, and deep inside one of Isle of Wight County's most quietly sought-after stretches of waterfront-adjacent countryside.

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See homes for sale zoned for Smithfield High School and homes for sale zoned for Hardy Elementary School.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1445 Morgarts Beach Road apart is its location on a road that dead-ends into history and open sky. Fort Boykin sits less than a mile away, the James River is your backdrop, and the surrounding land is the kind of unhurried, low-density countryside that has become genuinely hard to find this close to two major military installations. This is raw potential with real context.

SMITHFIELD ON THE JAMES and the Smithfield real estate market

Smithfield, Virginia carries a reputation that extends well beyond its famous cured hams. Tucked into Isle of Wight County along the south bank of the James River, it's a small town with a walkable, brick-lined Main Street, independent restaurants, and a historic district that actually feels lived-in rather than preserved behind glass. Morgarts Beach Road sits on the quieter, river-facing edge of the community — the kind of address where neighbors know each other and the pace slows down without the town feeling remote. Isle of Wight County governs land use here, and the county's rural character is a genuine selling point for buyers who want space without sacrificing proximity to Hampton Roads' employment and military corridors. Smithfield land parcels along this stretch are uncommon, which is part of what makes 1445 Morgarts Beach Road worth a close look.

What's nearby

Fort Boykin Historic Park is practically at your doorstep — a 0.7-mile walk or quick drive to bluff-top views of the James River and one of Virginia's oldest fort sites. Smithfield's Main Street shops, local eateries, and the Smithfield Farmers Market are just a few minutes away. For everyday needs, the Smithfield area offers grocery options, pharmacies, and hardware stores within a short drive. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is roughly 17 minutes across the James River Bridge, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is reachable in about 29 minutes — making this corridor genuinely practical for military households.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 17 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown adds a second installation within a half-hour. A VA loan can be a powerful tool for financing land in this corridor — families comparing homes for sale zoned for Smithfield High School or homes for sale zoned for Hardy Elementary School will find this address sits squarely in those attendance zones, adding long-term planning value to an already well-positioned parcel.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've been searching for land that comes with a genuine sense of place, Morgarts Beach Road delivers. Fort Boykin is a short walk away, the James River frames the horizon, and Isle of Wight County's rural zoning keeps the density low. This is the kind of address that attracts buyers who want to build something intentional — a custom home, a working property, or simply a piece of Virginia that won't be replicated.

More buyer questions

How far is 1445 Morgarts Beach Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive runs approximately 17 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this parcel a realistic option for service members stationed at Fort Eustis who want land on the quieter south side of the James River.

What is Fort Boykin and how close is it to this address?

Fort Boykin Historic Park is a bluff-top park overlooking the James River, featuring earthwork fortifications dating to the early colonial era — and it sits just 0.7 miles from 1445 Morgarts Beach Road.

Is 1445 Morgarts Beach Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page; given the property's proximity to the James River corridor, reviewing that information carefully before any purchase decision is recommended.

What county governs 1445 Morgarts Beach Road?

The property falls under Isle of Wight County jurisdiction, which administers zoning, permitting, and land-use regulations for this area of Smithfield, Virginia.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Smithfield, Virginia?

VA loan eligibility for raw land purchases has specific requirements and is generally more limited than for improved properties — speaking with a lender experienced in VA financing is the best first step for eligible buyers.

Ready to walk the land at 1445 Morgarts Beach Road? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corridor well — reach out and let's set up a visit.

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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 51093C

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

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,417/mo

Principal & interest

$2,076

Property tax

$225

Home insurance

$117

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

Judge value on real ground

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$400,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$2,697

Monthly Tax

$225

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.67%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 26, 2026$400,000—
Currently listed—$400,000—

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:

Smithfield Assessor (Google)

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

70 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1445 Morgarts Beach Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hardy Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.2/10), Smithfield Middle (VaHome School Score 6.1/10), Smithfield (VaHome School Score 5.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1445 Morgarts Beach Rd 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.
Are there parks near 1445 Morgarts Beach Rd?+
Fort Boykin is about 0.6 miles away.
Is 1445 Morgarts Beach Rd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake.
Does 1445 Morgarts Beach Rd 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.

The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Donna Hull · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10636287

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1445 Morgarts Beach Rd, Smithfield, Virginia 23430 · MLS #10636287 · 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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