61 days on market
$850,000
10 Canal Dr
Poquoson, Virginia 23662
MLS# 10625889 · CEDAR LANDING ESTATES · Poquoson VA
Updated 3 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$5,395/mo
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Price / sq ft
$201
4,225 sq ft
Days on market
61
HOA
None
Year built
1975
51 yrs old
Beds
5
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
2
Sq Ft
4,225
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryPoquoson Elementary School7/10
- MiddlePoquoson Middle School7/10
- 6/10
Info provided by GreatSchools
About this home
Beautiful stately all brick waterfront home located on a protected cove of the Northwest Branch of the Back River in Poquoson which leads to the Chesapeake Bay. Gorgeous water views of the wide inlet which includes a dock on deep water great for boating, fishing, and crabbing. Water depth at dock 4+ ft at mean low tide, buyers to verify. Over 4000 sq ft of living space to include 5 bedrooms, 2 full, and 2 half baths.…
Listed by Sam Jennings · VA Realty Professionals
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 10 Canal Drive — a five-bedroom, 4,225-square-foot home in Poquoson, Virginia, built in 1975 and sitting just five minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Big square footage, a quiet peninsular city, and serious proximity to the flight line.
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Why this home stands out
Four thousand square feet of living space in a city of fewer than 13,000 people is a rare find. With five bedrooms, two full and two half baths, and a footprint that gives every person in the household room to breathe, 10 Canal Drive offers a scale of home that's genuinely hard to come by this close to Langley AFB. The 1975 build means solid bones and generous room dimensions you simply don't see in newer construction.
CEDAR LANDING ESTATES and the Poquoson real estate market
Poquoson is its own independent city — not a neighborhood tucked inside a larger municipality, but a self-contained waterfront community on a peninsula between the Back River and the Chesapeake Bay. Life here moves at a deliberate pace. Streets dead-end at the water, neighbors know each other by name, and the city has held onto a small-town identity that larger Hampton Roads communities traded away decades ago. Canal Drive sits in the eastern reaches of the city, close to the tidal creeks and marshlands that define Poquoson's landscape. Buyers researching deep creek va properties often discover Poquoson as a quieter, more residential alternative to busier waterfront corridors in the region. The city sits in York County's shadow but governs itself independently, which means local services, local character, and a community that takes genuine pride in where it lives. For a household that wants space, water nearby, and a short commute to the base, Poquoson checks every box.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from 10 Canal Drive. Sheffield's Grocery is just one mile away for quick grocery runs, and the restaurant 185 is only 0.7 miles out when you'd rather let someone else cook. Poquoson Parks & Recreation is less than a mile away, offering organized programs and open green space for the whole family. Kids Island Park, also about a mile out, gives younger residents their own destination. The overall walkability is modest — this is a driving city — but everything you need day-to-day sits within a tight, familiar radius.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is five minutes from the front door — that's about as close as it gets in Hampton Roads. Five bedrooms handle PCS moves with room to spare, and the VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than you might expect. NSA Hampton Roads is also reachable in about 24 minutes, giving dual-military households real flexibility.
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like it shrank overnight, 4,225 square feet has a way of solving that problem. Five bedrooms means dedicated space for a home office, a guest room, and still room for everyone to spread out. Poquoson's low-traffic streets and tight-knit community make it a place families tend to stay once they arrive.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 10 Canal Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 10 Canal Drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential addresses to the flight line in the entire Hampton Roads region.
How far is 10 Canal Drive from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 24 minutes from 10 Canal Drive, a manageable commute for service members or civilian employees assigned there.
What is Poquoson like as a place to live?
Poquoson is a small, independent city on a peninsula between the Back River and the Chesapeake Bay, known for its tight-knit community, waterfront character, and noticeably quieter pace compared to neighboring Hampton Roads cities.
Is there an HOA at 10 Canal Drive?
Based on available property data, 10 Canal Drive does not appear to be governed by a mandatory homeowners association, though you should confirm current HOA status during the transaction process.
What is the flood risk situation for properties on Canal Drive in Poquoson?
Poquoson is a low-lying coastal city and many of its properties carry elevated flood risk designations — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific zone and flood insurance implications for 10 Canal Drive.
Want to see 10 Canal Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Poquoson well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough on your schedule.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
10 Canal DR, Poquoson
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
2
Approx Sq Ft
4,225
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$850,000
Price / Sq Ft
$201
Annual Taxes
$8,840
Monthly Tax
$737
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.04%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 19, 2026 | $850,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $850,000 | — |
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About buying in Poquoson
Poquoson is one of Virginia's smallest independent cities — about 12,500 residents on a peninsula bordered by the Back River, the Poquoson River, and the Chesapeake Bay. Home buyers come to Poquoson for two reasons: the school system (Poquoson City Public Schools consistently rate among the strongest in the state, with an average GreatSchools rating in the high 8s) and the small-town waterfront lifestyle. Inventory is tight by design — the city is built out, the housing stock is largely single-family, and well-priced homes in established neighborhoods often go under contract within days. For military families stationed at Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB side) or Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Poquoson offers a 15–25 minute commute and a school continuity story that's hard to beat.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$5,395/moPrincipal & interest
$4,410
Property tax
$737
Home insurance
$248
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.
Listed by VA Realty Professionals · MLS# 10625889
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$850,000
10 Canal DR, POQUOSON VA 23662
Poquoson, Virginia 23662
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