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$499,900
$136 / sqft · est. $2,946/mo →
4beds
3baths
3,680sqft
1days on market

228 Church St, Mathews, VA 23109

New ListingResidential · built 1880 · MATHEWS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Hidden behind mature trees in the heart of historic Mathews, this remarkable 1800s farmhouse feels worlds away, yet restaurants, shops & everyday conveniences are just beyond the trees. Set on 1.99 beautifully landscaped, park-like acres, a long crape-myrtle-lined drive welcomes you home. Inside, 3680sf offers 4 bds & 3 full baths, thoughtfully updated while preserving the character that makes this home so special; original windows, stairwell & wood beams, solid maple & pine floors, custom kitchen cabinetry, updated kitchen & baths. A second rear staircase leads to 2 spacious bds, full bath & walk-thru closet, creating a versatile private wing. Enjoy the large, screened porch, aggregate patio, expansive fenced area, 4-bay pole barn, 2-car garage, storage bldg & finished cottage/studio. White Dog Bistro, Southwind Pizza & historic courthouse square are about a block away, with an East River public boat landing just 2 miles away. Ask about the hidden laundry shoot!

Listing courtesy of Cheryl Adams · Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville · REIN MLS #10649404

Schools

VaHome School Score

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

  • ElementaryMathews
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  • MiddleThomas Hunter Middle
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  • HighMathews
    —

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.

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1880

Price / sqft

$136

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,473/yr

County

Mathews County VA

MLS #

10649404

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
3,680
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
Total rooms
9
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Farmhouse
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle,Metal,Wood
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Partial,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump, Other, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
Well
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.9900
Subdivision
MATHEWS
Zoning
RES-2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Oversized Gar, Multi Car, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Additional Attachments, Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51115C

Flood Risk

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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

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

$2,946/mo

Principal & interest

$2,594

Property tax

$206

Home insurance

$146

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

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$1,325,000 – $1,650,000

The 3 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.

172 Aldebaran RD · 1.1 mi · 3,523 sqft$1,595,000 active
297 Greene RD · 2 mi · 3,783 sqft$1,650,000 active
558 Seaford LN · 1.8 mi · 4,000 sqft$1,325,000 active

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$499,900

Price / Sq Ft

$136

Annual Taxes

$2,473

Monthly Tax

$206

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.49%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 13, 2026$499,900—
Currently listed—$499,900—

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:

Mathews Assessor (Google)

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

1 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 228 Church St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Mathews, Thomas Hunter Middle, Mathews. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 228 Church St 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 228 Church St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 228 Church St built?+
It was built in 1880, per the listing record.

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

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Cheryl Adams · Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville · REIN MLS #10649404

Call or text (757) 777-7577

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228 Church St, Mathews, Virginia 23109 · MLS #10649404 · 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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