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$330,000
64days on market

165 Waterton, Williamsburg, VA 23188

ActiveLand and Farms · FORDS COLONY

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

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

Frontage

Lake · Pond ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,032/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10640839

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Lake,Pond

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9900
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
FORDS COLONY
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLE

See more Williamsburg waterfront homes.

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

About this home

This is a rare find in Fords Colony, most lots in this section have been developed for decades. Located just across the street, Carmel Valley, from the green of the Blackheath course's hole 1 and another water feature behind the lot, this property is wonderfully situated in this community. You will have the option to build a home with a Waterton or Carmel Valley address. The options are endless on a lot this size, come and build the custom home of your dreams.

Listing courtesy of Michelle Barnes · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10640839

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

165 Waterton in Williamsburg's 23188 zip code is a land parcel offering a rare chance to build on your own terms in one of Virginia's most storied cities — close to Ford's Colony amenities, Freedom Park, and two military installations within a half-hour drive.

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Why this home stands out

Raw land in established Williamsburg corridors is genuinely hard to find. This parcel sits within reach of Ford's Colony Country Club, the Williamsburg Botanical Garden, and Freedom Park — meaning you're not buying into the middle of nowhere. You're buying into a mature, amenity-rich pocket of James City County where the infrastructure, the greenery, and the community character are already in place around you.

FORDS COLONY and the Williamsburg real estate market

Williamsburg carries a weight that few Virginia cities can match — colonial history, world-class tourism, and a surprisingly livable everyday rhythm underneath it all. The 23188 zip code covers a broad swath of western Williamsburg and James City County, blending established subdivisions like Ford's Colony with quieter wooded corridors and open parcels. It's the kind of area where neighbors tend to stay for decades, where tree canopy is taken seriously, and where proximity to Colonial Williamsburg and the College of William & Mary gives the whole city a certain intellectual and cultural energy. Families comparing homes for sale in Williamsburg often find that this zip code offers the best balance of space, access, and long-term stability. The pace here is deliberate — not sleepy, but not frantic either. You get genuine seasons, real community events, and a city that has managed growth without losing what made it worth living in.

What's nearby

Daily life around 165 Waterton is low-effort in the best way. Krispy Krunchy Chicken and CHILL STOP are both within 0.4 miles for quick bites, and Murdoch's at Ford's Colony — a proper sit-down spot — is just 0.5 miles away. Ford's Colony Country Club is equally close at 0.5 miles, putting golf, fitness, and social programming practically at your doorstep. For outdoor time, the Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum is 0.8 miles out, and Freedom Park itself is under a mile — a sprawling green space with trails, history, and room to breathe.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is about 19 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 27 minutes — both well within a reasonable daily commute. A VA loan can be a powerful tool when you're financing land with the intent to build, and James City County's established infrastructure makes the permitting process more navigable than in rural alternatives. This parcel gives military households a foothold in a city that consistently holds its value.

For families upgrading

If you've been searching for a place to build exactly what your family needs — rather than compromising on someone else's floor plan — this parcel is worth a serious look. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School and homes for sale zoned for D.J. Montague Elementary School will find this address sits within that attendance zone, adding meaningful long-term context to the build decision. You choose the layout, the finishes, and the timeline.

More buyer questions

How far is 165 Waterton from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 19 minutes from 165 Waterton under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the closer military installations to this part of Williamsburg.

How far is 165 Waterton from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 27 minutes away — a straightforward commute along Route 60 or I-64 depending on your preferred route.

Is 165 Waterton in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation before making any build decisions.

What utilities or infrastructure are available at 165 Waterton?

Utility availability — including water, sewer, and electric hookups — should be verified directly with James City County and the relevant utility providers, as service varies by parcel even within the same zip code.

Where can I find other Williamsburg homes for sale or land listings nearby?

The Williamsburg homes for sale search on vahome.com covers active land, single-family, and other property types across the city and James City County, and you can filter specifically by zip code or school zone to narrow your search.

Curious whether this Williamsburg parcel fits your build plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and let's talk through the details together.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51095C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Fords Colony

Ford's Colony is one of the Williamsburg area's largest and most recognized communities, a gated, golf-centered community set on roughly 3,200 acres of woodlands, wetlands, and ponds in James City County, with a smaller portion within the City of Williamsburg.

$775K

Median sale · 12 mo

$241

Sold $/sq ft

27d

Days on market

57

For sale now

$123K

HH income

77.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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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

$1,978/mo

Principal & interest

$1,712

Property tax

$169

Home insurance

$96

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

$330,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$2,032

Monthly Tax

$169

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.62%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 22, 2026$330,000—
Price reducedAug 25, 2026$330,000−$20,000
Currently listed—$330,000—

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.

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Market tempo

64 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 165 Waterton in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are D.J. Montague Elementary (VaHome School Score 6.2/10), Lois S Hornsby Middle School, Lafayette (VaHome School Score 5.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 165 Waterton 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 there a gym near 165 Waterton?+
Yes — Ford's Colony Country Club is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Is 165 Waterton a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake,Pond.
Does 165 Waterton 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Michelle Barnes · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10640839

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165 Waterton, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188 · MLS #10640839 · 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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