209 days on market
$950,000
140 Morris Creek Ln
Mathews, Virginia 23109
MLS# 10605857 · ALL OTHERS AREA 126 · Mathews County VA
Updated May 5, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$5,565/mo
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Price / sq ft
$308
3,086 sq ft
Days on market
209
HOA
None
Year built
1885
141 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
3,086
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryMathews—
- MiddleThomas Hunter Middle—
- HighMathews—
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About this home
Waterfront living on Morris Creek, quick to Chesapeake Bay! Beautifully maintained 4 BR, 3.5 BA home on 0.94 acres. Pier & floating dock making docking, crabbing, and fishing easy. Enjoy wonderful views from year-round sunroom, living room, primary first floor BR & second floor BR. Spacious family room w/one of two fireplaces, built in book cases, entertain guests in updated kitchen w/fireplace & waterfront breakfast…
Listed by Renee Edwards · Morgan and Edwards Real Estate
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 140 Morris Creek Lane — a four-bedroom, 1885-built home on nearly an acre in Mathews, Virginia. With over 3,000 square feet, three and a half baths, and deep historic character, this waterside county property offers space, age, and a pace of life that's genuinely hard to find.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 140 Morris Creek Lane apart is the combination of genuine 19th-century architecture and generous square footage on a nearly one-acre lot in one of Virginia's most quietly beautiful coastal counties. At 3,086 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half baths, this isn't a cottage — it's a full-sized historic home with room to breathe, all within a short drive of the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
ALL OTHERS AREA 126 and the Mathews real estate market
Mathews County sits on a peninsula where the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries shape everyday life. It's one of the least densely populated counties in Virginia, which means wide skies, unhurried roads, and a genuine small-town rhythm that's increasingly rare this close to the water. Morris Creek Lane sits within the broader rural residential fabric of Mathews, where properties tend to sit on meaningful acreage and neighbors are close enough to wave to but far enough for real privacy. If you've been searching for beach houses for sale along Virginia's coastal fringe and kept finding crowded subdivisions, Mathews offers a different answer — one where the landscape itself is the amenity. The county seat of Mathews Courthouse is just minutes away, and the broader region connects easily to Gloucester, Williamsburg, and the Hampton Roads metro via Route 17 and the George P. Coleman Bridge. Life here rewards people who want space, water access, and a community that still knows its own history.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life at 140 Morris Creek Lane keeps things refreshingly simple. Linda's Diner is just 0.7 miles away — the kind of local spot where the coffee is hot and the faces are familiar. Mathews County Parks and Recreation is under a mile out, giving you easy access to outdoor space for walks, recreation, and community events. The broader Mathews area adds marinas, waterfront parks, and local shops within a short drive. For larger grocery runs or medical appointments, Gloucester Courthouse is roughly 20 minutes north, and the full retail corridor of Williamsburg is accessible within about 45 minutes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 40 minutes from 140 Morris Creek Lane, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown runs about 41 minutes out — both manageable commutes from a county where your housing dollar stretches considerably further than it does closer to base. If you're working with a VA loan or factoring BAH into your planning, the value equation in Mathews is worth a close look. Space, acreage, and history at this scale are genuinely rare near either installation.
For buyers drawn to character
If what you're after is a home with a real story — one built in 1885 that has watched Mathews County change across nearly 140 years — 140 Morris Creek Lane delivers that in full. The bones, the proportions, and the setting on nearly an acre of Virginia coastal countryside are the kind of thing you can't manufacture in a new build. This is a property for buyers who want their home to mean something beyond square footage.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 140 Morris Creek Lane from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 40 minutes from 140 Morris Creek Lane by car, traveling west via Route 14 toward Williamsburg. The drive is mostly rural and low-traffic, which makes the commute more pleasant than the mileage alone suggests.
How far is 140 Morris Creek Lane from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 41 minutes away, following a similar westward route through Gloucester and across the George P. Coleman Bridge. Both bases are realistic daily commutes for service members stationed there.
What is the lot size and acreage at 140 Morris Creek Lane?
The property sits on 0.94 acres — just under a full acre — which is consistent with the larger residential lots common throughout Mathews County and gives the home genuine separation from neighboring properties.
Is 140 Morris Creek Lane in a flood zone?
Mathews County has areas of varying flood risk given its low-lying coastal geography, and flood zone status for this address should be confirmed through the FEMA Flood Map Service Center or with a licensed insurance agent before closing.
What architectural era does 140 Morris Creek Lane represent?
The home was built in 1885, placing it firmly in the late Victorian period — an era characterized by distinct proportions, crafted woodwork, and construction methods that predate modern tract building by nearly a century.
Want to see 140 Morris Creek Lane in person or get your questions answered? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and let's talk through what makes this address worth your time.
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Location & Neighborhood
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140 Morris Creek LN, Mathews
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
3,086
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$950,000
Price / Sq Ft
$308
Annual Taxes
$4,300
Monthly Tax
$358
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.45%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 13, 2025 | $950,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $950,000 | — |
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Estimate your monthly payment
$5,565/moPrincipal & interest
$4,929
Property tax
$358
Home insurance
$277
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Morgan and Edwards Real Estate · MLS# 10605857
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$950,000
140 Morris Creek LN, MATHEWS VA 23109
Mathews, Virginia 23109
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