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WilliamsburgKINGSMILL553 Thomas Bransby✓ Source: REIN MLS #10630989 · record updated Jul 14, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
553 Thomas Bransby NONE, WILLIAMSBURG VA 23185 - Main photo
$730,000
$258 / sqft · est. $4,573/mo →
4beds
2.1baths
2,828sqft
62days on market

553 Thomas Bransby, Williamsburg, VA 23185

SoldResidential · built 1987 · KINGSMILL

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome to 553 Thomas Bransby, ideally situated on one of Kingsmill's most beautiful streets. This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers true move-in ready living with timeless appeal. Freshly painted throughout, the home features refinished hardwood floors on the main level and a functional floor plan with a spacious bonus room, perfect for work or play. The second-floor primary suite showcases a fabulously renovated bath with a custom tiled shower and dual vanity. Enjoy outdoor living in the fenced backyard, ideal for entertaining or everyday enjoyment, along with a detached shed for additional storage. A rare opportunity to own a turnkey home in a premier Kingsmill location!

Listing courtesy of Lauren Rogers · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10630989

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

553 Thomas Bransby sits inside the gated Kingsmill community in Williamsburg — a 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home with 2,828 square feet built in 1987, minutes from Camp Peary, Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, and the James River corridor.

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Why this home stands out

Kingsmill isn't just a neighborhood — it's a full-service, gated community wrapped around a PGA-caliber golf resort on the James River. At 2,828 square feet, 553 Thomas Bransby gives you genuine room to spread out inside a community that comes with its own recreational parks, tennis facilities, and resort amenities that most Williamsburg addresses simply can't match.

KINGSMILL and the Williamsburg real estate market

Kingsmill is one of the most recognizable addresses in all of Williamsburg — a gated, amenity-rich community that runs along the James River and has anchored the city's upscale residential scene for decades. If you've been browsing houses for sale williamsburg va, you already know Kingsmill keeps coming up, and for good reason. The neighborhood pairs a resort-like setting with genuine community infrastructure: walking trails, recreational parks, a marina, and golf that draws players from across the region. Williamsburg itself adds another layer of appeal — a small city with a world-class historic district, a thriving arts and dining scene, and a cost of living that still feels reasonable compared to Northern Virginia or the Beach. James City County governs this part of the city, which shapes everything from road maintenance to local services. Whether you're drawn here by history, by the outdoor lifestyle, or simply by the quality of the built environment, 553 Thomas Bransby puts you right in the middle of it.

What's nearby

Day-to-day life around 553 Thomas Bransby is genuinely convenient. Kingsmill Recreational Park is just half a mile away — an easy walk or quick bike ride — and Kingsmill Recreational Soccer Park adds more green space only 0.6 miles out. When it's time to eat, Eagles Restaurant is under a mile away and Elements 1010 is right at one mile, giving you solid dining options without leaving the immediate area. Beyond the neighborhood, Williamsburg's broader mix of grocery stores, pharmacies, and retail corridors along Route 60 and Monticello Avenue fills in the rest of your weekly routine without much effort.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is just 11 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is only 13 — making 553 Thomas Bransby a practical choice for service members at either installation. Kingsmill's gated environment and 2,828 square feet of living space give families real stability during a PCS move, and VA loan eligibility can make the numbers work well here. BAH rates in the Williamsburg area have historically supported this price tier.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms and 2,828 square feet inside Kingsmill's gated community is a meaningful step up from a starter home. You're getting space to grow alongside access to recreational parks, walking trails, and a resort-caliber environment — the kind of williamsburg va real estate that tends to hold its character over time. The 1987 build gives the home established bones while the lot and community infrastructure do a lot of the lifestyle heavy lifting.

More buyer questions

How far is 553 Thomas Bransby from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 11 minutes from 553 Thomas Bransby under normal traffic conditions. The drive follows Route 60 east, making it a straightforward commute with minimal highway complexity.

How far is 553 Thomas Bransby from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 13 minutes away, accessible via Route 60 east toward Yorktown. It's a manageable daily commute for personnel stationed there.

Is 553 Thomas Bransby inside the Kingsmill gated community?

Yes — Thomas Bransby is a residential street within Kingsmill, Williamsburg's well-known gated resort community along the James River. Access is controlled at the community entrance.

What recreational amenities are near 553 Thomas Bransby?

Kingsmill Recreational Park is 0.5 miles away and Kingsmill Recreational Soccer Park is 0.6 miles out, both within easy reach on foot or by bike. The broader Kingsmill community also includes trails, tennis courts, and a marina.

Is 553 Thomas Bransby in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, especially given the property's proximity to the James River corridor.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Kingsmill and the broader Williamsburg market well — reach out to get a straight answer on this address and what it takes to make it yours.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1987

Price / sqft

$258

HOA fee

$208/mo

Taxes

$4,366/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10630989

HOA association includes

ClubhouseDockGated CommunityGolfGround MaintPlaygroundsPoolPriv BeachRV StorageSecurityTennis Cts

$208/mo HOA fee · n/a · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,828
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Pantry
Interior features
Fireplace Gas-natural, Walk-In Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Wood
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump,Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air,Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
KINGSMILL
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement

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

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

Kingsmill

Kingsmill is a gated resort community set along the north bank of the James River in James City County, just southeast of the City of Williamsburg.

$699K

Median sale · 12 mo

$245

Sold $/sq ft

23d

Days on market

29

For sale now

$127K

HH income

83.4%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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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

$4,573/mo

Principal & interest

$3,788

Property tax

$364

Home insurance

$213

PMI

None

HOA

$208

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

Asking vs. assessment

139% of $526,000

City assessment record · taxes $4,366/yr

Land share of assessed value

24% — $124,300

Improvements $401,700 · assessor record ✓

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.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$568,000$1,001,102

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

528 Fairfax WAY · 0.2 mi · 3,100 sqft$710,000 sold 2026-04
108 Broomfield CIR · 0.5 mi · 3,174 sqft$1,001,102 sold 2026-07
112 Clara Croker · 0.9 mi · 2,965 sqft$785,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$730,000

Price / Sq Ft

$258

Annual Taxes

$4,366

Monthly Tax

$364

HOA fee

$208 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.60%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 13, 2026$730,000
Price reducedMay 28, 2026$730,000−$15,000
SoldJul 10, 2026$730,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

39% above assessment

Total Assessed

$526,000

Land

$124,300

Improvement

$401,700

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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 553 Thomas Bransby in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are James River Elementary (GreatSchools 6/10), Berkeley Middle (GreatSchools 8/10), Jamestown (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 553 Thomas Bransby 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 553 Thomas Bransby?+
Kingsmill Recreational Park is about 0.5 miles away.
Does 553 Thomas Bransby have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is n/a. Association amenities on record include: Clubhouse, Dock, Gated Community, Golf, Ground Maint, Playgrounds, Pool, Priv Beach, RV Storage, Security.
When was 553 Thomas Bransby built?+
It was built in 1987, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Lauren Rogers · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10630989

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553 Thomas Bransby, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185 · MLS #10630989 · 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.