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5beds
4.1baths
5,367sqft
72days on market

1493 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA 23185

ActiveResidential · built 2020 · ALL OTHERS AREA 117

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Boat Lift, Deep Water Access, Navigable, River.

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Dock

Boat lift

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

Inspired by the timeless coastal architecture of Martha's Vineyard, this extraordinary waterfront estate was custom crafted by luxury builder John Sawin and offers a combination of acreage, deep-water access, and modern construction rarely found in Williamsburg. Perfectly positioned on 5.4 private acres where the Chickahominy River meets the James River, the property enjoys breathtaking sunsets and panoramic water views. Designed for both everyday living and exceptional entertaining, the resort-style backyard features a heated saltwater pool with tanning ledge, illuminated water features, automatic retractable cover, expansive hardscaping, outdoor kitchen, firepit, and a covered porch with Phantom retractable screens overlooking the river. Inside, soaring ceilings welcome you into a thoughtfully designed floor plan highlighted by a private study with custom built-ins, elegant dining room, and a spectacular great room with coffered ceilings, stone fireplace, and walls of windows framing the waterfront. The chef's kitchen showcases dual quartzite islands, Wolf appliances, farmhouse sink, and premium finishes throughout. The first-floor primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with spa-inspired bath, while four additional guest suites, a loft overlooking the river, and a dedicated theater featuring a Sony 4K projector and surround sound provide exceptional accommodations for family and guests. Quality extends well beyond what is seen, with structural steel beam construction, Andersen windows and doors, Hardie Plank siding, spray foam insulation, encapsulated crawl space, and an over-engineered alternative septic system reflecting the home's uncompromising craftsmanship. At the water's edge, a composite pier with two boat lifts provides immediate access to the Chickahominy and James Rivers, making this an exceptional opportunity for boating enthusiasts. Opportunities to own a newer custom waterfront estate of this caliber—with acreage, deep water, and uncompromising construction—are extraordinarily rare.

Listing courtesy of Colby Roberts · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10646179

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2020

Price / sqft

$624

HOA fee

$50/mo

Taxes

$16,650/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10646179

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
4
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
5,367
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
4
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
12
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Assigned Storage, Attic, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Foyer, Loft, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Screened Porch, Rec Room, Utility Room
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Central Vac, Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys

Construction & exterior

Style
Craftsman, Other
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Sealed/Encapsulated Crawl Space
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Fiber Cement,Stone
Pool
In Ground Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Picket
Waterfront
Boat Lift,Deep Water Access,Navigable,River
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Forced Hot Air, Propane Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
5.4600
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 117
Zoning
A1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 3+ Car, Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1493 John Tyler Highway is a five-bedroom, 4.1-bath home built in 2020, offering 5,367 square feet of living space in Williamsburg, Virginia. The lot sits just 0.4 miles from Chickahominy Riverfront Park. It is one of the larger homes among Williamsburg homes for sale in the 23185 zip code.

Keep searching in Williamsburg

See all Williamsburg homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23185, homes for sale zoned for Jamestown High School, and homes for sale zoned for Matoaka Elementary School. Nearby, look at Governor's Land homes for sale, Williamsburg waterfront homes for sale, Williamsburg condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Williamsburg.

Read the full overview ↓

Why this home stands out

Five bedrooms and 4.1 baths across 5,367 square feet is a rare combination in this part of Williamsburg. Built in 2020, the home carries modern construction standards — tighter envelope, updated mechanical systems, and a layout designed for how people actually live today. Very few properties at this scale were built this recently along the John Tyler Highway corridor. That combination of size, age, and location is hard to replicate.

ALL OTHERS AREA 117 and the Williamsburg real estate market

The John Tyler Highway corridor runs southwest out of Williamsburg toward the James City County countryside. The streetscape here mixes larger parcels with wooded buffers, giving the area a quieter, more spacious feel than the denser neighborhoods closer to Colonial Williamsburg. Homes along this stretch tend to sit on generous lots, and neighbors are spread out enough that you notice the trees more than the traffic. Chickahominy Riverfront Park is just down the road, which shapes the character of the whole area — it draws people who want outdoor access close to home. Williamsburg itself is a small city with a lot going on. The historic district, William and Mary, and the Colonial Williamsburg campus anchor the downtown core. Richmond Road and Monticello Avenue connect you to grocery stores, restaurants, and everyday retail in under fifteen minutes. Interstate 64 is accessible nearby, putting Newport News and Richmond within easy reach. Anyone browsing homes for sale in Williamsburg will find that the 23185 zip code covers a wide range of settings — this corridor sits on the quieter, more rural-feeling edge of it.

What's nearby

Chickahominy Riverfront Park is the standout neighbor at just 0.4 miles away. The park sits on the James River and offers boat launches, camping, a fishing pier, and a playground — all within a short walk or drive. That kind of waterfront access is genuinely uncommon this close to a residential address. Williamsburg's grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants are about ten to fifteen minutes east along Route 5. The Colonial Williamsburg area and the College of William and Mary campus add cultural and dining options that most suburban corridors simply do not have nearby.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Camp Peary is about 28 minutes from this address, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 34 minutes out. A VA loan is a natural fit for a purchase at this price point and square footage, and the 2020 build year means the home is likely to clear a VA appraisal without the deferred-maintenance flags that older properties sometimes carry. The five-bedroom count also gives flexibility for a home office or dedicated workspace.

For buyers drawn to character

A 2020 build on the John Tyler Highway corridor is not what most people picture when they think of Williamsburg real estate. This is not a colonial reproduction or a tight subdivision lot — it is a large, modern home with five bedrooms and 4.1 baths on a wooded stretch of road with a riverfront park at the end of the block. Buyers who want scale, privacy, and a sense of place will find that combination genuinely difficult to locate among homes for sale in 23185.

More buyer questions

How far is 1493 John Tyler Highway from Camp Peary?

The drive is about 28 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 34 minutes away.

What school zone does 1493 John Tyler Highway fall in?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Jamestown High School or homes for sale zoned for Matoaka Elementary School should confirm current zoning directly with James City County Public Schools, as attendance boundaries can change.

Is 1493 John Tyler Highway in a flood zone?

Chickahominy Riverfront Park is close by, so flood zone status is worth checking carefully. The FloodRisk tile on this page shows the current FEMA designation for this address.

What is the lot like at 1493 John Tyler Highway?

The property sits along the John Tyler Highway corridor in James City County, where lots tend to be larger and more wooded than in the denser parts of Williamsburg. Exact lot dimensions are listed in the property details above.

Does 1493 John Tyler Highway have an HOA?

HOA status for this address should be confirmed through current disclosure documents. Ask your agent to pull the most recent resale certificate or HOA disclosure packet.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough or to ask questions about the area — no pressure, just answers.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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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 (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 51095C

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

13 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Governor's Land

Governor's Land at Two Rivers is a gated, member-owned country club community. It spreads across roughly 1,400 acres of James City County. The spot is where the James and Chickahominy Rivers meet, southwest of the City of Williamsburg.

$1.06M

Median sale · 12 mo

$225

Sold $/sq ft

31d

Days on market

21

For sale now

$163K

HH income

81.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Camp Peary

DoD

29min·17.1mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

29min·20mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

33min·23.8mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

53min·40.2mi

NSA HR

Navy

63min·52mi

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

Payment Calculator

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$19,747/mo

Principal & interest

$17,382

Property tax

$1,388

Home insurance

$977

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$50

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$1,000,000 – $1,560,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

1621 River RDG · 0.9 mi · 5,146 sqft$1,100,000 sold 2026-02
3021 Nathaniels GRN · 1.3 mi · 5,367 sqft$1,250,000 sold 2026-07
1793 Cypress ISLE · 1.5 mi · 5,407 sqft$1,560,000 sold 2026-04

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$3,350,000

Price / Sq Ft

$624

Annual Taxes

$16,650

Monthly Tax

$1,388

HOA fee

$50 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.50%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 28, 2026$3,350,000—
Price reducedOct 8, 2026$3,350,000−$150,000
Currently listed—$3,350,000—

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.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

72 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1493 John Tyler Hwy in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Matoaka Elementary (VaHome School Score 8/10), Lois S Hornsby Middle School, Jamestown (VaHome School Score 8.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1493 John Tyler Hwy 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 1493 John Tyler Hwy a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Boat Lift,Deep Water Access,Navigable,River.
Does 1493 John Tyler Hwy have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is None.
When was 1493 John Tyler Hwy built?+
It was built in 2020, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Listing courtesy of Colby Roberts · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10646179

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