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$799,900
154days on market

3532 Barretts Ferry Dr, Williamsburg, VA 23185

ActiveLand and Farms · ALL OTHERS AREA 117

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

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,552/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10627737

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
River

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Septic, Well

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
5.8500
Road surface
Gravel
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 117
Zoning
A1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
AT CLOSING

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

About this home

One of the last opportunities to own a waterfront homesite in James City County. This just under 6-acreproperty in Barrett's Ferry offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and breathtaking water views.Situatedalong the Chickahominy River with views stretching toward the James River, this property provides apeaceful, natural setting ideal for your custom dream home. The expansive homesite offers flexibility forbuilding, outdoor living, and enjoying the surrounding landscape.Located in the highly sought-after schooldistrict, including Matoaka Elementary and Jamestown High School, this property offers both long-term valueand an exceptional lifestyle.Whether you're looking for a private retreat or a place to create a legacywaterfront home, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare in this area.Enjoy the best of bothworlds-seclusion and natural beauty, while still being conveniently located near Williamsburg, Route 5, andmajor commuting routes.

Listing courtesy of Ben Munson · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10627737

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

3532 Barretts Ferry Drive is a land parcel in Williamsburg, Virginia 23185, sitting less than a mile from the Chickahominy River and within a half-hour drive of two military installations. For buyers searching Williamsburg homes for sale, raw land this close to water and history is a rare find.

Keep searching in Williamsburg

See all Williamsburg homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23185, homes for sale zoned for Jamestown High School, and homes for sale zoned for Matoaka Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Williamsburg — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Governor's Land homes for sale, Williamsburg waterfront homes for sale, Williamsburg condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Williamsburg.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 3532 Barretts Ferry Drive apart is its location at the edge of one of Williamsburg's most scenic corridors — the Chickahominy River basin. Land parcels in this zip code tend to disappear quietly, and this address puts you within walking distance of a riverfront park while still connecting you to the broader James City County road network. Whether you're planning a custom build or a long-term hold, the bones of this location are hard to replicate.

ALL OTHERS AREA 117 and the Williamsburg real estate market

Barretts Ferry Drive sits in the western reaches of Williamsburg, Virginia, within James City County — a jurisdiction known for thoughtful land-use planning and a strong sense of place. The surrounding area blends rural character with genuine convenience: you're close enough to Colonial Williamsburg's historic district to feel the city's cultural gravity, yet far enough out that the pace slows down and the tree canopy takes over. This part of the 23185 zip code draws buyers who want space without sacrificing access, and the Chickahominy River corridor gives the whole stretch a natural identity that newer subdivisions simply can't manufacture. Families comparing homes for sale in Williamsburg often discover this pocket of the city later than they should — it rewards the buyer who looks beyond the obvious neighborhoods.

What's nearby

Chickahominy Riverfront Park is just 0.8 miles away — a James City County gem with boat ramps, picnic shelters, a fishing pier, and tent camping along the river's edge. It's the kind of amenity that makes a land parcel feel like it already has a backyard. The broader Williamsburg area adds grocery options, dining along Richmond Road and Monticello Avenue, and the full retail corridor near Williamsburg Premium Outlets. Daily errands are manageable, and weekend recreation is practically at the end of the driveway.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is roughly 28 minutes east, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 33 minutes away — both well within a comfortable commute window. A VA loan can make purchasing land and financing a custom build a realistic path for eligible service members, and James City County's relatively straightforward permitting process is a plus for families who want to plant roots rather than settle for whatever happens to be available.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've been scrolling past cookie-cutter lots and waiting for something with actual context, 3532 Barretts Ferry Drive deserves a closer look. The Chickahominy River is practically next door, the historic triangle of Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown frames your address, and the land itself gives you a blank canvas in a place with genuine story. Buyers comparing homes for sale in 23185 who want to build something personal — not just purchase something generic — will feel the difference here.

More buyer questions

How far is 3532 Barretts Ferry Drive from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 28 minutes from this address under normal traffic conditions, making it a workable daily commute for personnel stationed there.

How far is 3532 Barretts Ferry Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes away, accessible via Route 60 and Interstate 64 east.

What is Chickahominy Riverfront Park, and how close is it?

Chickahominy Riverfront Park is a James City County park with boat ramps, a fishing pier, picnic areas, and camping along the Chickahominy River — and it's just 0.8 miles from this address.

Is 3532 Barretts Ferry Drive in a flood zone?

Given the proximity to the Chickahominy River, flood zone status is an important due-diligence item — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this parcel.

Where can I find other homes for sale zoned for Jamestown High School and homes for sale zoned for Matoaka Elementary School?

Both school-zone pages are linked from this site — use the entity links on this page to browse the full inventory of homes within those attendance boundaries in the Williamsburg area.

Ready to walk the land at 3532 Barretts Ferry Drive? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's talk through what's possible here.

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Schools

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Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 51095C

Flood Risk

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Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Explore this neighborhood

Governor's Land

Governor's Land at Two Rivers is a gated, member-owned country club community spread across roughly 1,400 acres of James City County, set at the point where the James and Chickahominy Rivers meet southwest of the City of Williamsburg.

$1.08M

Median sale · 12 mo

$231

Sold $/sq ft

27d

Days on market

21

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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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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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

$4,763/mo

Principal & interest

$4,151

Property tax

$379

Home insurance

$233

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

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

146% of $548,500

City assessment record · taxes $4,552/yr

Land share of assessed value

100% — $548,500

Improvements $0 · assessor record ✓

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$799,900

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$4,552

Monthly Tax

$379

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.57%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 1, 2026$799,900—
Currently listed—$799,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

46% above assessment

Total Assessed

$548,500

Land

$548,500

Improvement

N/A

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:

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.

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Market tempo

154 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 3532 Barretts Ferry Dr 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 3532 Barretts Ferry Dr in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is 3532 Barretts Ferry Dr a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: River.
Does 3532 Barretts Ferry 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Ben Munson · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10627737

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3532 Barretts Ferry Dr, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185 · MLS #10627737 · 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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