107 days on market
$699,900
207 Palmer Dr
Cape Charles, Virginia 23310
MLS# 10618456 · CAPE CHARLES · Northampton County VA
Updated 2 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,836/mo
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Price / sq ft
$384
1,822 sq ft
Days on market
107
HOA
None
Year built
2026
0 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,822
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryKiptopeke Elementary—
- MiddleOther Middle School—
- HighNorthampton—
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About this home
We are thrilled to present the final release of Phase 1 at the Villas at Magnolia Park. This is your opportunity to own in this highly anticipated enclave located along the edge of a beautiful pond, steps from the community pool and the Bay Creek Club's racquet sports center. This release features six individual buildings with two residences per building. Each Villa includes a comprehensive lifestyle plan covering al…
Listed by Linda Buskey · Bay Creek Realty LLC
VaHome Team property overview
207 Palmer Drive is a brand-new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Cape Charles, Virginia — a small-town gem on the Chesapeake Bay. At 1,822 square feet and built in 2026, it puts walkable dining, nature preserves, and a beloved historic downtown right outside your door.
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Why this home stands out
New construction in Cape Charles is rare, and 207 Palmer Drive lands you inside one of the Eastern Shore's most sought-after small towns without the renovation headaches of an older cottage. You get a fresh, modern layout in a neighborhood defined by historic charm, tree-lined streets, and a genuine walkable village feel — a combination that almost never comes available on the lower Shore.
About the Cape Charles real estate market
Cape Charles sits at the southern tip of Virginia's Eastern Shore, where the Chesapeake Bay meets a downtown that feels genuinely preserved rather than manufactured. The neighborhood around Palmer Drive is part of the broader Cape Charles grid — a late-19th-century planned town with wide streets, mature trees, and a mix of Victorian and craftsman architecture that draws buyers who want character baked into the surroundings. If you've been searching for cottages for sale in a community that still has a real Main Street, Cape Charles delivers. The town is small — just over 1,000 residents — but it punches well above its weight with a working harbor, a public beach, an arts scene, and a calendar full of seasonal events. Northampton County governs the area, and the pace of life here is deliberately unhurried. You're about two hours from Virginia Beach and roughly 90 minutes from Richmond, making Cape Charles a genuine retreat without feeling remote.
What's nearby
Daily life on Palmer Drive is walkable in a way that surprises most newcomers. Coach House Tavern is just 0.4 miles away, and Hook @ Harvey — a Cape Charles bistro with a loyal local following — is only half a mile. The Shanty, a waterfront favorite, is under a mile. For morning coffee, you've got three options within 0.8 miles: Peach Street Books, Cape Charles Coffee House, and Edible Picasso. Specialty groceries are covered by Drizzles Oil & Vinegar Tasting Store and Gull Hummock Gourmet Market, both under a mile. Cape Charles Natural Area Preserve is a 0.4-mile walk, with the Coastal Habitat Preserve just beyond it, and Central Park rounds out the green space at 1.0 mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is roughly 45 minutes from Cape Charles via the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel — a commute that trades highway sprawl for one of the more scenic drives in Hampton Roads. If you're weighing your VA loan options, buying new construction here means no deferred maintenance surprises, and your BAH can go directly toward building equity in a town with a strong long-term ownership culture.
For buyers drawn to character
Cape Charles is the kind of town that people visit once and spend the next decade trying to move to. Palmer Drive puts you inside that community — not on the outskirts — with a new home that fits the neighborhood's scale and spirit. The preserved downtown, the harbor sunsets, the front-porch culture: this is what buyers looking for homes for sale on riverside communities or historic small towns are really after.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 207 Palmer Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB)?
The drive is approximately 45 minutes, heading south on Route 13 and crossing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel into Hampton. Traffic on the Bridge-Tunnel can add time during peak hours, so many commuters build in a buffer on weekday mornings.
What is the flood zone status for 207 Palmer Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
Is 207 Palmer Drive part of an HOA?
HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details above; Cape Charles as a whole is governed by town ordinances rather than a private HOA, though individual subdivisions may have their own covenants.
What year was 207 Palmer Drive built?
The home was built in 2026, making it new construction — one of the few newly built homes available within the walkable core of Cape Charles.
Where is Cape Charles, Virginia located relative to Virginia Beach?
Cape Charles is on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, approximately two hours north of Virginia Beach by car — or about 17 miles across the Chesapeake Bay via the Bridge-Tunnel, which shortens the drive to roughly 90 minutes depending on traffic.
Want to walk Palmer Drive and see how Cape Charles feels in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this town well — reach out and let's set up a tour.
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Location & Neighborhood
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207 Palmer DR, Cape Charles
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,822
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Other
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$699,900
Price / Sq Ft
$384
Annual Taxes
N/A
Monthly Tax
N/A
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
N/A
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Feb 1, 2026 | $699,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $699,900 | — |
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,836/moPrincipal & interest
$3,632
Property tax
$0
Home insurance
$204
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Bay Creek Realty LLC · MLS# 10618456
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$699,900
207 Palmer DR, CAPECHARLES VA 23310
Cape Charles, Virginia 23310
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