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4beds
2baths
2,379sqft
135days on market

23768 Ridley Rd, Courtland, VA 23837

Under ContractResidential · built 1860 · COURTLAND

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1860

Price / sqft

$116

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,356/yr

County

Southampton County VA

MLS #

10635698

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
2,379
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Foyer, Pantry, Porch, Utility Room, Workshop
Appliances
Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Farmhouse
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Metal
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Other

Utilities & systems

Heating
Other, Wood
Cooling
Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
4.5200
Subdivision
COURTLAND
Zoning
A-1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Set on 4.52 acres in Courtland, VA, this character filled 1860 farmhouse offers the charm, space, and flexibility buyers are seeking in Southampton County real estate. With fresh paint in several rooms and timeless character throughout, this home is great anyone wanting a homestead lifestyle, hobby farm, or simply more room to enjoy peaceful country living. Conveniently located near Hwy 58, you can enjoy the privacy of rural living while still having easy access to Franklin, Suffolk, and surrounding Hampton Roads areas. Buyers looking for homes for sale in Courtland VA with acreage, character, and room for possibilities will appreciate all this property has to offer. This property truly offers the space and setting to create the homestead lifestyle so many buyers desire.

Listing courtesy of Holly Mein · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10635698

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

23768 Ridley Road in Courtland, Virginia is a four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1860. It sits on a quiet rural road in Southampton County with over 2,300 square feet of living space. History and elbow room come standard here. This is a rare find in a part of Virginia that moves at its own pace.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1860 don't come along often. At 23768 Ridley Road, you get more than square footage — you get a structure with genuine history behind it. The layout spans 2,379 square feet across four bedrooms and two baths. Rural Southampton County gives you space, quiet, and a slower rhythm that's hard to find closer to the coast. That combination of age, size, and setting is what makes this address stand apart.

About the Courtland real estate market

Ridley Road sits in the rural heart of Southampton County, Virginia. The landscape here is open and unhurried — wide fields, tree lines, and long driveways are the norm. Neighbors are close enough to wave to but far enough away to give you real privacy. The housing stock along this stretch tends toward older homes on generous lots, and 23768 fits right in. Courtland is the county seat of Southampton County, a small town with a tight-knit feel and a deep local history. Downtown Courtland is just a short drive away for everyday needs. The area sits along Route 58, which connects you west toward Emporia and east toward Suffolk without much fuss. Getting around is straightforward once you know the roads. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Courtland will notice that properties here offer land and character that's simply not available closer to the metro.

What's nearby

Flying High Shooting Preserve is just half a mile from the front door — a rare convenience for anyone who enjoys outdoor recreation. Beyond that, Courtland's small commercial corridor covers the basics. Franklin, about 15 minutes east, adds more grocery, dining, and pharmacy options. Suffolk is roughly an hour's drive and brings a wider range of retail and services. The drive out is easy on Route 58, and the lack of traffic congestion is one of the quiet perks of this part of Virginia.

For different buyers

Room to grow

Four bedrooms and 2,379 square feet give everyone room to spread out. The rural Southampton County setting adds a large lot and genuine outdoor space to the picture. Storage and breathing room are built into a home this size. An 1860 structure also tends to come with thick walls, generous room proportions, and layouts that feel nothing like a modern cookie-cutter floor plan.

For buyers drawn to character

An 1860 build is not a renovation project — it's a legacy. At 23768 Ridley Road, the bones go back over 160 years, and the four-bedroom layout gives you room to live in the history rather than just admire it. Southampton County's rural setting adds to the sense of place. Buyers who want a home with a real story will find it hard to look past an address like this one.

More buyer questions

How far is 23768 Ridley Road from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

The drive to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk runs about 57 minutes under normal conditions. Route 58 east is the primary corridor for that commute.

What year was 23768 Ridley Road built?

The home was built in 1860, making it one of the older residential structures in Southampton County. That age gives the property genuine architectural character.

Is 23768 Ridley Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the most current FEMA designation.

What is the square footage of 23768 Ridley Road?

The home offers 2,379 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and two full baths.

Where is Courtland, Virginia located?

Courtland is the county seat of Southampton County in southeastern Virginia. It sits along Route 58, roughly midway between Emporia and Suffolk.

Ready to walk through a piece of Virginia history? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule your visit to 23768 Ridley Road.

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

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Courtland$230K – $320K4+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

  • ElementaryMeherrin Elementary
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  • MiddleSouthampton Middle
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  • HighSouthampton
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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 51175C

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 51175C

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

68.9 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

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$1,703/mo

Principal & interest

$1,427

Property tax

$196

Home insurance

$80

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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$199,900 – $1,150,000

The 5 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 1 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

23546 Indian Town RD · 2 mi · 2,251 sqft$550,000 sold 2026-07
26224 Rochelle ST · 2.2 mi · 2,291 sqft$284,900 active
30429 Camp PW · 2 mi · 2,628 sqft$1,150,000 active

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$274,999

Price / Sq Ft

$116

Annual Taxes

$2,356

Monthly Tax

$196

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.86%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 20, 2026$274,999—
Price reducedAug 6, 2026$274,999−$25,000
Currently listed—$274,999—

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:

Courtland 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.

Questions buyers ask

Is 23768 Ridley Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Meherrin Elementary, Southampton Middle, Southampton. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 23768 Ridley 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.
Are there parks near 23768 Ridley Rd?+
Flying High Shooting Preserve is about 0.3 miles away.
Does 23768 Ridley Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 23768 Ridley Rd built?+
It was built in 1860, 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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23768 Ridley Rd, Courtland, Virginia 23837 · MLS #10635698 · 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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