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$240,000
8days on market

2561 Fort Huger Dr, Smithfield, VA 23430

ActiveLand and Farms · ALL OTHERS AREA 65

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek, Deep Water, Marsh, Navigable.

Frontage

Creek · Marsh ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,038/yr

County

Isle of Wight County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10648412

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Creek,Deep Water,Marsh,Navigable
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
City Sewer, City Water, Electric

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
3.0000
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 65
Zoning
RR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

You are going to love the stunning views from this Creek front home site nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac with large hardwood trees. Level building area and nicely wooded lets you build your private retreat on the water. Plenty of room for an in ground pool, or extra garage with 3 acres of land to work with. Build a pier and boat lift out onto the protected waters of Lawnes Creek to entertain family and friends, or just enjoy fishing from the banks in your back yard. Ten minutes from historic downtown Smithfield with it's quaint shops and restaurants along the brick sidewalks and old fashioned street lights. Perfect location to raise a family or enjoy your retirement. Neighborhood building specifications available upon request.

Listing courtesy of Jon May · Fathom Realty · REIN MLS #10648412

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Three open acres on Fort Huger Drive in Smithfield, Virginia — a rare chance to put down roots on your own terms, just 11 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis and within easy reach of the James River corridor that defines this corner of Isle of Wight County.

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Why this home stands out

What makes 2561 Fort Huger Drive stand out is simple: three unencumbered acres in a part of Smithfield where land this size is genuinely hard to find. You're not buying into a dense subdivision — you're buying the freedom to design a homesite, a hobby farm, a workshop, or a private retreat from scratch. The lot sits in a quiet rural pocket that still keeps you close to the Peninsula and Hampton Roads employment hubs.

ALL OTHERS AREA 65 and the Smithfield real estate market

Smithfield carries a reputation that precedes it — the historic downtown along Main Street, the working waterfront, and a pace of life that feels deliberately unhurried. The ALL OTHERS AREA 65 designation simply means this parcel sits outside any named subdivision, which is exactly the point. Fort Huger Drive runs through one of the more scenic stretches of Isle of Wight County, where the James River is never far from view and the landscape stays genuinely rural. Smithfield itself punches above its weight for a small Virginia town: a walkable historic district, local restaurants, and a tight-knit community that takes its heritage seriously. Isle of Wight County has managed growth carefully, which is part of why three-acre parcels like this one still exist within 30 minutes of downtown Newport News.

What's nearby

The most distinctive neighbor is Fort Huger, the Civil War-era earthwork fortification sitting just 0.7 miles away — a quiet, historically significant park where you can walk the bluffs above the James River and watch container ships pass. Beyond that immediate stretch, Smithfield's downtown shops and restaurants are a short drive, and the broader Hampton Roads metro opens up quickly once you cross the James River Bridge. Whether you're headed toward Newport News, Yorktown, or Naval Weapons Station Yorktown to the northeast, the regional road network from this address is more connected than the rural setting might suggest.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eleven minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis makes this parcel a serious option for military families who want land without sacrificing a manageable commute. Building on your own three acres — and financing the land purchase with a VA loan — gives you control over your floorplan, your outbuildings, and your timeline in a way that an existing subdivision home simply cannot. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Smithfield High School and homes for sale zoned for Hardy Elementary School will find this address falls within that attendance zone.

For buyers drawn to character

If your vision involves a custom home, a barn, a garden that actually has room to breathe, or simply a buffer between you and your nearest neighbor, three acres on Fort Huger Drive is the kind of canvas that's increasingly rare in Hampton Roads. The James River corridor, the Civil War earthworks at Fort Huger a short walk away, and the unhurried rhythm of Isle of Wight County all add up to a setting with genuine character — not manufactured charm.

More buyer questions

How far is 2561 Fort Huger Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive runs approximately 11 minutes under normal conditions, making this one of the closer rural land options to Fort Eustis on the Isle of Wight County side of the James River.

How far is this address from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 21 minutes away, accessible via the James River Bridge and Route 17 north — a straightforward commute for personnel stationed there.

Is the 2561 Fort Huger Drive parcel in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section carefully before making any build decisions, given the property's proximity to the James River corridor.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Smithfield, Virginia?

VA loans are generally structured for properties with an existing dwelling, though some lenders offer construction-to-permanent loan products that incorporate VA benefits — speaking with a VA-experienced lender is the best first step for this type of purchase.

What utilities or infrastructure are typically available on rural Isle of Wight County parcels?

Rural parcels in this area commonly rely on well and septic systems rather than public water and sewer; confirming utility availability, perc test results, and any easements with Isle of Wight County is an essential part of due diligence on a land purchase like this one.

Ready to walk the property and talk through what's possible on three acres in Smithfield? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corridor well — reach out and let's set up a visit.

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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 51093C

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

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

$1,402/mo

Principal & interest

$1,245

Property tax

$87

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

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$240,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$1,038

Monthly Tax

$87

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.43%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 11, 2026$240,000—
Currently listed—$240,000—

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:

Smithfield 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

8 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 2561 Fort Huger Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hardy Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.2/10), Smithfield Middle (VaHome School Score 6.1/10), Smithfield (VaHome School Score 5.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 2561 Fort Huger Dr 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 2561 Fort Huger Dr?+
Fort Huger is about 0.9 miles away.
Is 2561 Fort Huger Dr a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek,Deep Water,Marsh,Navigable.
Does 2561 Fort Huger Dr 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 Jon May · Fathom Realty · REIN MLS #10648412

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2561 Fort Huger Dr, Smithfield, Virginia 23430 · MLS #10648412 · 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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