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$350,000
599days on market

3.25ac Morgarts Beach Road, Smithfield, VA 23430

ActiveLand and Farms · SMITHFIELD ON THE JAMES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This beautiful lot contains 3.25 acres with a view down the lake that is breathtaking - build your dream home here. The lake is aerated and wildlife abounds in this subdivision. Horses are allowed and welcomed here. Walking paths throughout the subdivision and access road to the James River for a day of sunbathing, swimming or fishing. This whole subdivision is magnificent.

Listing courtesy of Donna Hull · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10551468

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 3.25-acre parcel along Morgarts Beach Road in Smithfield's James River corridor — raw land with room to build, breathe, and put down roots in one of Isle of Wight County's most storied waterfront communities.

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Why this home stands out

Parcels of this size along the James River corridor don't surface often. At 3.25 acres in the Smithfield on the James community, you're looking at genuine elbow room — enough land to design a custom home, preserve a natural buffer, and still have space left over. The lot sits just steps from Fort Boykin Historic Park, giving you a rare blend of open land and immediate access to one of the region's most scenic stretches of shoreline.

SMITHFIELD ON THE JAMES and the Smithfield real estate market

Smithfield on the James sits along the southern bank of the James River in Isle of Wight County — a setting that feels genuinely unhurried without being remote. The town of Smithfield itself is one of Hampton Roads' most charming small cities, known for its preserved colonial streetscapes, locally owned restaurants, and a tight-knit community that takes real pride in its history. Morgarts Beach Road runs through a quiet, established corridor where large lots and mature trees are the norm rather than the exception. This is the kind of neighborhood where neighbors know each other and the pace of daily life reflects that. Smithfield is a short drive from the commercial energy of Newport News and Suffolk, yet it maintains a character that's entirely its own. For buyers searching for Smithfield Virginia land for sale with James River proximity, this address checks every box — acreage, location, and a community worth building a life in.

What's nearby

Fort Boykin Historic Park is literally around the corner — about six-tenths of a mile away — offering river bluff trails, Civil War earthworks, and sweeping views of the James that never get old. Downtown Smithfield is just a few minutes east, where you'll find independent shops, waterfront dining, and the Smithfield Farmer's Market. The Isle of Wight County seat in Isle of Wight is a short drive for county services. Newport News is roughly 20 minutes across the James River Bridge, putting a full range of retail, medical, and dining options well within reach.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 17 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 29 minutes out — both manageable commutes from Morgarts Beach Road. If you're using a VA loan to finance a custom build, this land-plus-construction path is worth exploring. A 3.25-acre lot this close to two major installations is a genuinely rare find in this price corridor.

For buyers drawn to character

If your vision involves a custom home on land that actually has room to breathe — a long driveway, a natural tree line, space between you and the next roofline — this parcel delivers. The Smithfield on the James community has the kind of established, unhurried character that takes decades to develop. You're not buying into a subdivision; you're buying into a place with real history and a riverfront identity.

More buyer questions

How far is 3.25AC Morgarts Beach Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is approximately 17 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this parcel a realistic option for service members assigned there.

What utilities are available at this Morgarts Beach Road parcel?

Utility availability for raw land in Isle of Wight County varies by parcel — prospective buyers should contact Isle of Wight County utilities and a local civil engineer to confirm well, septic, and electric service options before finalizing plans.

Is there a homeowners association for Smithfield on the James?

Smithfield on the James does have an HOA; buyers should request the current covenants and restrictions to understand what's permitted on the parcel before designing a build.

What can you build on a 3.25-acre lot in Isle of Wight County?

Isle of Wight County zoning governs setbacks, allowable uses, and structure types — a single-family custom home is the typical path for residential parcels in this corridor, but confirming the specific zoning designation with the county planning office is always the right first step.

Is this property in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for parcels along the James River corridor in Isle of Wight County should be verified through FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and confirmed with a licensed surveyor, as designations can vary significantly even within the same community.

Curious about building on this parcel or exploring VA loan options for a land-and-construction path? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's talk through your options.

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

Schools

  • ElementaryHardy Elementary
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  • MiddleSmithfield Middle
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  • HighSmithfield
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Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$728/yr

County

Isle of Wight County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10551468

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Other

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
3.2500
Road surface
Gravel, Paved
Subdivision
SMITHFIELD ON THE JAMES
Zoning
RAC
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer

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

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

$1,979/mo

Principal & interest

$1,816

Property tax

$61

Home insurance

$102

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. 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.

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$350,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$728

Monthly Tax

$61

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.21%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 17, 2024$350,000—
Currently listed—$350,000—

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

599 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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3.25ac Morgarts Beach Road in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hardy Elementary, Smithfield Middle, Smithfield. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3.25ac Morgarts Beach Road 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 3.25ac Morgarts Beach Road?+
Fort Boykin is about 0.6 miles away.
Does 3.25ac Morgarts Beach Road 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Donna Hull · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10551468

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3.25ac Morgarts Beach Road, Smithfield, Virginia 23430 · MLS #10551468 · 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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