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$305,000
109days on market

5296 Riverview Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188

ActiveLand and Farms · ALL OTHERS AREA 119

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$887/yr

County

James City County VA

MLS #

10634974

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Electric Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
3.8400
Road surface
Dirt
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 119
Zoning
A1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
AT CLOSING

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

About this home

Rare opportunity to own 3.84 acres in beautiful James City County, conveniently located near Williamsburg and York River State Park. This A-1 zoned property offers the space, privacy, and flexibility to create your ideal custom home and lifestyle. Important groundwork is already in place, including a completed perk test, recorded easement access, and accessible electricity. With nearly four acres, there is room for a custom home, gardens, outdoor living, recreation, pets, or a workshop. Enjoy a peaceful setting with open and wooded areas, no HOA, and easy access to shopping, dining, schools, major roadways, and the trails, boating, and fishing at York River State Park. Bring your builder, explore the property, and start imagining what you can create!

Listing courtesy of Angela Zere-Bullock · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10634974

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

5296 Riverview Road is a land parcel in the 23188 zip code of Williamsburg, Virginia — raw acreage with serious potential for buyers who want to build on their own terms in one of the region's most storied communities.

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See all Williamsburg homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23188, homes for sale zoned for Warhill High School, and homes for sale zoned for Norge Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Williamsburg — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Woodland Farms 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

Land parcels with a Williamsburg address don't stay quiet for long. What makes 5296 Riverview Road worth a close look is the combination of a Riverview Road location — which carries the kind of pastoral, low-traffic character that draws custom-home buyers — and proximity to both Camp Peary and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, making it a genuinely rare find for buyers who want acreage without sacrificing commute logic.

ALL OTHERS AREA 119 and the Williamsburg real estate market

Williamsburg occupies a singular place in Virginia geography — a small city flanked by the York and James rivers, anchored by Colonial Williamsburg's living-history district, and surrounded by a patchwork of established subdivisions, farm tracts, and wooded corridors that still feel genuinely unhurried. The 23188 zip code stretches into James City County's interior, where Riverview Road runs through a quieter, greener slice of the market well removed from the tourist corridors. Neighbors here tend to be long-timers who value elbow room. The broader Williamsburg area balances a strong arts and dining scene, College of William and Mary energy, and a regional economy that draws both retirees and active-duty families — which is part of why homes for sale in Williamsburg consistently attract buyers from across Virginia and beyond.

What's nearby

Daily needs are covered without a long drive. The Williamsburg Premium Outlets and a full grocery corridor along Richmond Road are roughly 10–15 minutes west. Merchants Square and Duke of Gloucester Street put restaurants, coffee, and independent retail within easy reach. Waller Mill Park offers trail access and a reservoir backdrop for weekend mornings. For commuters, Interstate 64 is accessible in either direction, connecting Williamsburg to Newport News, Hampton, and the broader Hampton Roads metro — practical for anyone weighing homes for sale in 23188 with a military or civilian commute in mind.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary sits about 19 minutes from Riverview Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 29 minutes out — both reasonable for buyers who want land and space between duty days. VA loan eligibility can make financing raw land more complex than a finished home, so it's worth a direct conversation with a lender who knows military purchases in this market.

For buyers drawn to character

If your vision involves a custom build — your floor plan, your setbacks, your materials — a raw land parcel on Riverview Road is the kind of starting point that's genuinely hard to find this close to a historic American city. You're not renovating someone else's choices; you're making all of them. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Warhill High School and homes for sale zoned for Norge Elementary School will want to verify current zoning and school assignments directly with James City County.

More buyer questions

How far is 5296 Riverview Road from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 19 minutes from 5296 Riverview Road under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the closer land options to that installation in the Williamsburg area.

What is the zoning for 5296 Riverview Road?

Zoning for this parcel falls under James City County jurisdiction — buyers should contact James City County Planning directly to confirm current zoning classification, permitted uses, and any applicable setback or density requirements before making decisions.

Is 5296 Riverview Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and consult FEMA's flood map service for the most current designation.

Are there utilities already at the property on Riverview Road?

Utility availability — including water, sewer, electric, and gas — varies by parcel and should be confirmed with James City County and the relevant utility providers as part of any due-diligence process.

Where is 5296 Riverview Road relative to downtown Williamsburg?

The property sits in the 23188 zip code, which places it in the more rural, western interior of the Williamsburg market — generally 15–20 minutes from Merchants Square and the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area depending on the route.

Curious about what's possible on Riverview Road? Tom and Dariya Milan know this market well — reach out and let's walk through the details together.

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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 51095C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Woodland Farms

Woodland Farms is an established residential community in northern James City County, set in the Croaker area of the Williamsburg, VA region near I-64 Exit 231 and Croaker Road, northeast of Norge and Wellington.

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For sale now

$139K

HH income

86.5%

Owner-occupied

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

$1,745/mo

Principal & interest

$1,583

Property tax

$74

Home insurance

$89

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

$305,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$887

Monthly Tax

$74

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.29%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 14, 2026$305,000—
Price reducedAug 31, 2026$305,000−$32,990
Currently listed—$305,000—

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:

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.

Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

109 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 5296 Riverview Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Norge Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.8/10), Toano Middle (VaHome School Score 7.2/10), Warhill (VaHome School Score 6.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5296 Riverview Rd 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.
Does 5296 Riverview Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

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5296 Riverview Rd, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188 · MLS #10634974 · 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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