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$239,000
3days on market

1596 Two Rivers Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185

New ListingLand and Farms · GOVERNORS LAND

About this home

One of the last chances to create your dream home in Governors Land! Nestled on a 0.512-acre lot overlooking the scenic Two Rivers Golf Course, this exceptional homesite boasts stunning views of the course, the driving range, and beautiful natural surroundings. With the golf course bordering the back, a single home to the left, and expansive Governors Land Foundation acreage adjacent to the right, an owner will enjoy the privacy of having just one neighbor with nearby access to an array of community amenities. Enjoy membership at the recently renovated private riverfront Two Rivers Country Club, which offers Tom Fazio golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness facilities, swimming, a marina, beach access, walking trails, and so much more. The perfect canvas for a custom home with possible walkout lower level potential, 1596 Two Rivers Road promises a delightful lifestyle for its future owners! Make sure to seize this opportunity before it is gone.

Listing courtesy of Marley Numbers · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10660084

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,241/yr

County

James City County VA

MLS #

10660084

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.5120
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
GOVERNORS LAND
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
AT CLOSING
Disclosures
Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer

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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

1596 Two Rivers Road is a land and farms parcel in Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. It sits roughly 28 minutes from Camp Peary and 33 minutes from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. Raw land in this corridor is genuinely rare. This is the kind of opportunity that anchors homes for sale in 23185 for years to come.

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Why this home stands out

Most parcels this close to Williamsburg's historic core are already developed. 1596 Two Rivers Road gives you open acreage with real road frontage and a Williamsburg address. The land sits in James City County, which means county-level zoning and permitting rather than city jurisdiction. That distinction matters when you are planning a build, a farm operation, or a long-term land hold.

GOVERNORS LAND and the Williamsburg real estate market

Two Rivers Road runs through a quieter, rural stretch of James City County on Williamsburg's western edge. The corridor mixes working farms, wooded tracts, and low-density residential lots. Streets here are unhurried, and neighbors tend to have space between them. It is the kind of area where you can hear the land breathe. Williamsburg itself sits just a short drive east. The city carries more than three centuries of American history in its streetscape, and that history draws visitors and residents alike. Colonial Williamsburg anchors the downtown experience, and the broader city wraps around it with a full range of services, dining, and employment. Getting around is straightforward. US-60 and Route 5 both connect this area to the rest of the Peninsula. Anyone comparing Williamsburg homes for sale will notice that land parcels in this zip code are a small slice of the overall inventory.

What's nearby

Groceries and daily errands are covered at the Williamsburg Crossing Shopping Center on John Tyler Highway, about 10 minutes east. The College of William and Mary is roughly 15 minutes away and anchors a steady cultural calendar. Busch Gardens Williamsburg sits about 12 minutes to the northeast. The Williamsburg Premium Outlets are close for larger shopping runs. Chickahominy Riverfront Park offers boat ramps and open space within a short drive. Camp Peary is about 28 minutes north, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes away via Route 17.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Camp Peary is about 28 minutes north via US-60. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes away. VA loan financing can apply to land purchases under certain conditions — a construction-to-permanent loan structure is the most common path. This parcel's location puts two installations within a reasonable daily commute range.

For buyers drawn to character

Raw land this close to a living colonial city does not come along often. You can plan a custom build from the ground up, preserve the acreage as open space, or explore agricultural use under James City County's land-use programs. If you are comparing homes for sale zoned for Jamestown High School or homes for sale zoned for Matoaka Elementary School, this parcel falls within that attendance zone and gives you the option to build exactly the home you want within it.

More buyer questions

How far is 1596 Two Rivers Road from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is about 28 minutes north of the property via US-60. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes away heading northeast on Route 17.

What is the zoning on 1596 Two Rivers Road?

The parcel falls under James City County jurisdiction, which sets the zoning and land-use rules. You would contact James City County's Department of Community Development for the current zoning designation and permitted uses.

Is 1596 Two Rivers Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is shown in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Reviewing that designation is an important step before any development planning.

Are utilities available at 1596 Two Rivers Road?

Utility availability on rural James City County parcels varies by location. You would want to confirm water, sewer, and electric access directly with James City County Public Utilities and Dominion Energy before closing.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase land at 1596 Two Rivers Road?

A standard VA loan does not cover a bare land purchase on its own, but a VA construction-to-permanent loan can work if you plan to build a primary residence. A VA loan specialist can walk you through the eligibility requirements for that structure.

Curious about what this parcel could become? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corridor well. Reach out and let's talk through your options.

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.

Also nearby

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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

34.2 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

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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.

$1.08M

Median sale · 12 mo

$231

Sold $/sq ft

34d

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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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Camp Peary

DoD

34min·17.5mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

35min·20.5mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

39min·24.3mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

60min·40.7mi

NSA HR

Navy

86min·64.4mi

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

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

$1,413/mo

Principal & interest

$1,240

Property tax

$103

Home insurance

$70

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

$239,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$1,241

Monthly Tax

$103

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.52%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 30, 2026$239,000—
Currently listed—$239,000—

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

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Market tempo

3 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1596 Two Rivers Rd 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 1596 Two Rivers 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.
Does 1596 Two Rivers 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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Listing courtesy of Marley Numbers · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10660084

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1596 Two Rivers Rd, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185 · MLS #10660084 · 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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