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$2,800,000
659days on market

15+Ac Browns Neck Road, Poquoson, VA 23662

ActiveCommercial/Industrial · ALL OTHERS AREA 111

About this home

Situated in the heart of Poquoson, Virginia, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire the last remaining large parcel of deep waterfront land in the city. Spanning 15.09 acres, this pristine property boasts tons of breathtaking waterfront along desirable white house cove. This is the opportunity to create a dream development offering unparalleled views and direct access to the water.

Listing courtesy of Christopher Griebel · Tideline Properties LLC · REIN MLS #10543463

Facts & features

Type

Commercial/Industrial

HOA

None

Taxes

$12,563/yr

County

Poquoson VA

MLS #

10543463

Interior

Flooring
Other

Construction & exterior

Subtype
Purchase
Foundation
Other
Construction
Other
Roof
Other
Exterior
Other

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
15.0900
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 111
Zoning
B2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Related to Seller

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

Fifteen-plus acres of open land on Browns Neck Road in Poquoson, Virginia — a rare opportunity to shape something entirely your own on the Virginia Peninsula, just minutes from water, wildlife, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis.

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Why this home stands out

Parcels this size are genuinely uncommon inside Poquoson city limits. At 15.09 acres, Browns Neck Road gives you the kind of elbow room that simply doesn't come along often in this corner of Hampton Roads — room for a custom homesite, outbuildings, gardens, or simply the privacy of having land that breathes. The waterfront character of the surrounding area makes this stretch of Poquoson especially appealing to buyers who want space without sacrificing access to the coast.

ALL OTHERS AREA 111 and the Poquoson real estate market

Poquoson is one of Hampton Roads' best-kept secrets — a small independent city tucked between the Back River and the Chesapeake Bay, with a personality that feels more like a close-knit coastal town than a suburban bedroom community. The ALL OTHERS AREA 111 designation covers the broader Poquoson landscape beyond its defined subdivisions, which means you're looking at land that sits within the city's quieter, more rural-feeling corridors. Buyers searching for homes for sale near nas oceana often discover that Poquoson offers a compelling alternative — it's just far enough from the flight path to feel peaceful, yet close enough to the Peninsula's major installations and employers to stay practical. Browns Neck Road itself runs through a low-lying, marsh-edged landscape that defines the Poquoson waterfront experience. The city has its own municipal services, low traffic, and a genuine sense of community pride. If you've been dreaming of building on the Virginia coast without fighting for a quarter-acre lot, this is the kind of address worth knowing.

What's nearby

Daily life on this end of Poquoson keeps things refreshingly local. Surf Rider is just 0.2 miles away — a waterfront restaurant that becomes a natural gathering spot when you want good food without a long drive. Poquoson Parks & Recreation is less than a mile out, offering recreational fields, trails, and community programming that make outdoor life easy to lean into. The broader Poquoson waterfront puts kayaking, fishing, and crabbing within reach year-round. For larger errands, the Hampton and York County commercial corridors are a short drive across the bridge.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is roughly nine minutes from Browns Neck Road — an easy commute that makes this acreage worth a serious look for military families planning to put down roots. A VA loan can be used to finance land with construction, and building on a parcel this size means you're investing in a property that works for your family long after PCS orders are a memory. Homes near NAS Oceana and the broader Hampton Roads installation network are in strong demand, and Poquoson's location keeps you well-positioned.

For buyers drawn to character

If your vision involves a custom-built home on land that actually feels like land — not a tight suburban lot — 15.09 acres on Browns Neck Road is the kind of canvas that makes that vision real. Poquoson's coastal character, the marsh views, the quiet roads, the proximity to the water: it all adds up to a setting with genuine personality. You're not buying into a cookie-cutter development here. You're starting from scratch, on your terms, in one of the most distinctive small cities on the Virginia Peninsula.

More buyer questions

How far is 15+AC Browns Neck Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The Langley side of Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately 9 minutes from Browns Neck Road, making this parcel one of the closer large-acreage options to the base on the Peninsula. The Fort Eustis side is roughly 23 minutes away via the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel corridor.

What can you build on 15.09 acres in Poquoson?

Poquoson's zoning and land-use regulations govern what's permissible on a parcel this size — buyers should consult the City of Poquoson's planning and zoning office directly to confirm allowable uses, setbacks, and any wetlands considerations before committing to a specific build plan.

Is Browns Neck Road in a flood zone?

Much of Poquoson sits in FEMA-designated flood zones given its low-lying coastal geography, and Browns Neck Road is no exception — prospective buyers should review the current FEMA Flood Map Service Center data and factor flood insurance requirements into their planning.

Are there utilities already at 15+AC Browns Neck Road?

Utility availability — including water, sewer, and electric service — should be verified directly with the City of Poquoson and relevant utility providers, as infrastructure access on rural acreage parcels varies and may require extension or on-site solutions like a well and septic system.

Does Poquoson have an HOA for land parcels in the ALL OTHERS AREA 111?

The ALL OTHERS AREA 111 designation covers land outside Poquoson's defined subdivisions, and parcels in this area typically do not carry subdivision HOA requirements — though buyers should confirm the absence of any deed restrictions or easements through a title review.

Curious whether this parcel fits your build plans? Tom and Dariya Milan know Poquoson land well — reach out and let's talk through what's possible here.

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

How Far Is?

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Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510183

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510183

High Risk

FEMA flood zone

AE (1% annual chance)

Base flood elevation

8 ft above sea level

Property elevation

1.5 ft above sea level

6.5 ft below BFE

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.

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.

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

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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

JBLE Langley

Air Force

24min·9.1mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

27min·16.3mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

33min·18.3mi

NSA HR

Navy

62min·38.2mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

67min·25.3mi

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

$16,392/mo

Principal & interest

$14,529

Property tax

$1,047

Home insurance

$817

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

Comparables

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$2,800,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$12,563

Monthly Tax

$1,047

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.45%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 19, 2024$2,800,000—
Currently listed—$2,800,000—

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:

Poquoson Real Estate Assessor

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

659 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 15+Ac Browns Neck Road in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Are there parks near 15+Ac Browns Neck Road?+
Poquoson Parks & Recreation is about 0.9 miles away.
Does 15+Ac Browns Neck Road 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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Listing courtesy of Christopher Griebel · Tideline Properties LLC · REIN MLS #10543463

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15+Ac Browns Neck Road, Poquoson, Virginia 23662 · MLS #10543463 · 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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