33 days on market
$649,000
7 Elm St
Poquoson, Virginia 23662
MLS# 10632314 · ISLAND COVE · Poquoson VA
Updated 6 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,988/mo
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Price / sq ft
$200
3,243 sq ft
Days on market
33
HOA
None
Year built
2007
19 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
3,243
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryPoquoson Elementary School7/10
- MiddlePoquoson Middle School7/10
- 6/10
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About this home
Move-in ready with no need to wait for new construction, this custom-built brick home in Island Cove offers space, style, and flexible living in Poquoson. A welcoming front porch and standout curb appeal set the tone. Inside, you'll find 9-foot ceilings, a formal dining area with tray ceiling, and a spacious great room with cathedral ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and a gas fireplace. The large kitchen features cust…
Listed by Brenda Fisher · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
7 Elm Street is a 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Poquoson's Island Cove neighborhood, offering 3,243 square feet on a quarter-acre lot built in 2007 — just seven minutes from Langley AFB and surrounded by the relaxed, water-influenced character that defines this tight-knit coastal city.
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Why this home stands out
With over 3,200 square feet of living space built in 2007, 7 Elm Street delivers the kind of room-to-grow floor plan that's genuinely hard to find in Poquoson at this scale. Four bedrooms and two and a half baths give families real flexibility, while the 0.26-acre lot adds outdoor breathing room in a neighborhood where larger lots are the exception. The Island Cove location keeps you close to the water's edge without the maintenance demands of direct waterfront ownership.
ISLAND COVE and the Poquoson real estate market
Island Cove sits in the heart of Poquoson — a small, independent city on the Virginia Peninsula that consistently ranks among the safest and most livable communities in the Hampton Roads region. The neighborhood carries a genuine residential feel: streets are quiet, lots are generously sized, and neighbors tend to stay for years. Poquoson itself is bounded by the York River, Back River, and Chesapeake Bay, giving the whole city a low-key coastal personality that's woven into everyday life — weekend kayaking, crabbing off local docks, and sunsets that remind you exactly where you are. The city operates its own municipal services, which means a level of local responsiveness that larger jurisdictions rarely match. At roughly 12,000 residents, it's small enough to feel like a community but connected enough — via Route 171 and Mercury Boulevard — to reach the broader Peninsula without much effort. If you're searching for 7 Elm Street Poquoson VA, you're already looking in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after zip codes.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from 7 Elm Street. Sheffield's Grocery is just 0.7 miles away for quick runs, and when you'd rather let someone else cook, Surf Rider and 185 are both within a mile — solid options for a casual dinner or a laid-back lunch. Green space is equally close: 4 Dove Point Trail is only 0.4 miles out, Poquoson Parks & Recreation sits 0.6 miles away, and Kids Island Park is less than a mile down the road. Whether it's a morning walk, an afternoon with the kids, or a weeknight dinner out, you won't need to go far.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is just seven minutes from 7 Elm Street — one of the shortest commutes to Langley AFB you'll find in any established neighborhood on the Peninsula. Fort Eustis is roughly 25 minutes west. Poquoson's low traffic and straightforward road network mean those drive times stay consistent, and a VA loan can make a home at this square footage very attainable for eligible buyers.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 3,243 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out — dedicated space for a home office, a playroom, or a guest suite without anyone feeling squeezed. The 0.26-acre lot adds a real backyard, and the surrounding Island Cove neighborhood offers the kind of stable, residential environment where kids can actually play outside. This is the kind of floor plan families move into and stay in for a long time.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 7 Elm Street from Langley AFB?
The drive from 7 Elm Street to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is approximately 7 minutes, making it one of the closer residential options to the base on the Virginia Peninsula. Traffic through Poquoson tends to be light, so that commute stays reliable.
What is the Island Cove neighborhood like in Poquoson?
Island Cove is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in Poquoson with generously sized lots and a strong sense of community. The surrounding city has a coastal character shaped by its proximity to the York River, Back River, and Chesapeake Bay.
Is 7 Elm Street in a flood zone?
Poquoson does include areas with varying flood zone designations given its coastal geography — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone classification assigned to 7 Elm Street.
How big is the lot at 7 Elm Street?
The lot measures 0.26 acres, which is a solid quarter-acre-plus footprint that provides meaningful outdoor space by Poquoson neighborhood standards.
Does 7 Elm Street have an HOA?
Island Cove does have an HOA — contact Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty for current details on what the association covers and any relevant governing documents.
Want to know more about 7 Elm Street or Island Cove? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and they'll walk you through everything.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
3,243
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$649,000
Price / Sq Ft
$200
Annual Taxes
$5,180
Monthly Tax
$432
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.80%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 1, 2026 | $649,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $649,000 | — |
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About buying in Poquoson
Homes for sale in Poquoson, VA represent one of Hampton Roads' tightest and most family-oriented real estate markets. The entire city occupies one ZIP code (23662) and operates its own K-12 school system — Poquoson Public Schools — consistently the highest-rated district in the region. Poquoson High, Poquoson Middle, and Poquoson Elementary all draw families specifically to relocate here, and 'homes for sale in Poquoson' is a high-intent buyer search that reflects the city's reputation. Poquoson is a peninsula community surrounded by water on three sides — the Poquoson River, Back River, and the Chesapeake Bay — giving most neighborhoods quick access to boating, fishing, and waterfront views. Median home prices typically run $400K-$650K for family homes, with waterfront properties on the Bay and rivers exceeding $1M. The Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge protects much of the city's natural shoreline. Long-time locals (often called 'Bull Islanders') still dominate the community, but military families relocating to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown increasingly choose Poquoson for the schools and waterfront lifestyle. Below are all active Poquoson homes for sale, refreshed every 5 minutes from the REIN MLS.
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,988/moPrincipal & interest
$3,368
Property tax
$432
Home insurance
$189
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 BHHS RW Towne Realty · MLS# 10632314
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$649,000
7 Elm ST, POQUOSON VA 23662
Poquoson, Virginia 23662
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