Williamsburg › GOVERNORS LAND › 1796 Cypress Isle✓ Source: REIN MLS #10651479 · record updated Aug 29, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold

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$3,500,000

$474 / sqft · est. $22,336/mo →

5beds

5.2baths

7,380sqft

0days on market

1796 Cypress Isle, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Under ContractResidential · built 2003 · GOVERNORS LAND

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

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

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2003

Price / sqft

$474

HOA fee

$863/mo

Taxes

$27,492/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10651479

Interior

Bedrooms: 5
Full baths: 5
Half baths: 2
Approx. sqft: 7,380
Stories: 2
Flooring: Wood
Ensuite bedrooms: 5
First-floor bed & full bath: Yes
Total rooms: 15
Other rooms: 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Fin. Rm Over Gar, Foyer, In-Law Suite, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Rec Room, Sun Room, Utility Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Construction & exterior

Style: Transitional
Subtype: Detached
Foundation: Crawl
Roof: Slate
Exterior: Brick
Pool: In Ground Pool
Fencing: Back Fenced
Waterfront: River

Utilities & systems

Heating: Forced Hot Air, Geo Thermal
Cooling: Central Air, Geo Thermal
Water heater: Gas
Water: City/County
Sewer: City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size: 1.2210
Subdivision: GOVERNORS LAND
Zoning: R4
Ownership: Fee Simple
Garage: Yes
Parking: Garage Att 3+ Car
Possession: AT CLOSING
Disclosures: Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement

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

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 1796 Cypress Isle, a five-bedroom, five-bath home in Williamsburg built in 2003. At 7,380 square feet, there's room to spread out and entertain. Camp Peary is about 28 minutes away, and the Colonial Williamsburg area offers history, dining, and recreation nearby.

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Why this home stands out

This home sits on a generous lot with five full bedrooms and 5.2 baths—plenty of space for a household that needs flexibility. The 2003 construction means solid systems and modern layout. You'll find the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23185, where scale and privacy matter. Storage, garage space, and room to grow are built in.

GOVERNORS LAND and the Williamsburg real estate market

Cypress Isle is a residential enclave in Williamsburg, Virginia, where tree-lined streets and spacious lots define the character. Homes here tend toward larger floor plans and established landscaping. Williamsburg itself is a city steeped in history and culture—Colonial Williamsburg is the heart of it, drawing visitors and residents alike. Daily life balances small-town charm with genuine amenities: restaurants, shops, and parks are within a short drive. Getting around is straightforward; US Route 60 and VA Route 199 connect you to the broader Peninsula. If you are comparing homes for sale in Williamsburg, note that this area offers both suburban comfort and access to the James River region's outdoor life.

What's nearby

Colonial Williamsburg is minutes away, offering museums, taverns, and walking tours. The Colonial Parkway—a scenic byway—connects Williamsburg to Yorktown and Jamestown, both rich with history and recreation. Grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual dining are within five minutes. Parks with trails and playgrounds dot the neighborhood. The College of William & Mary campus is nearby, bringing cultural events and a vibrant town atmosphere. You're also close to the James River for kayaking and water recreation.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Camp Peary is roughly 28 minutes away; Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is about 32 minutes. VA loan financing is common in this market. Five bedrooms and multiple baths mean flexibility for multi-generational or extended-stay arrangements. The home's 2003 construction and solid layout support quick occupancy and minimal surprises.

Room to grow

Five bedrooms give you a master suite, guest rooms, and flexible spaces for a home office or hobby room. The 5.2 baths mean everyone has access without morning bottlenecks. Seven thousand square feet spreads across the lot, so there's genuine separation between living zones. A spacious lot offers room for outdoor play, gardens, or future additions.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

ElementaryMatoaka Elementary School
7.3/10
MiddleLois S. Hornsby Middle School
7.7/10
HighJamestown High School
7.7/10

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

11.1 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

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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Neighborhood

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

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

$21,473/mo

Down payment20% · $700,000

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

Principal & interest

$18,161

Property tax

$2,291

Home insurance

$1,021

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$863

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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$1,250,000 – $3,350,000

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

1921 Miln House RD · 0.3 mi · 7,572 sqft$1,850,000 active

2925 Barrets Pointe RD · 0.5 mi · 7,769 sqft$2,600,000 under contract

1255 Two Rivers Point · 0.8 mi · 7,630 sqft$2,780,000 active

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$3,500,000

Price / Sq Ft

$474

Annual Taxes

$27,492

Monthly Tax

$2,291

HOA fee

$863 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.79%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Aug 29, 2026	$3,500,000	—
Currently listed	—	$3,500,000	—

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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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Questions buyers ask

Is 1796 Cypress Isle in a good school zone?+

The assigned zones on the listing record are Matoaka Elementary (VaHome School Score 7.3/10), Lois S Hornsby Middle School, Jamestown (VaHome School Score 7.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.

Is 1796 Cypress Isle 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 1796 Cypress Isle a waterfront property?+

Yes. The listing record shows: River.

Does 1796 Cypress Isle 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 N/A.

When was 1796 Cypress Isle built?+

It was built in 2003, per the listing record.

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

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