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701 Lightfoot RD, WILLIAMSBURG VA 23188 - Main photo
$16,500,000
106days on market

701 Lightfoot Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188

ActiveLand and Farms · ALL OTHERS AREA 113

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Ideally located 305 ac ( 701 Lightfoot, 901 Lightfoot, 301 Lightfoot, 603 Lightfoot) of prime acreage already zoned "EO" Economic Opportunity with 1/2 mile of road frontage and signalized intersection with direct connection for Four Lane Divided Highway-By- Pass connector Road to full interchange with I-64.This property has already delineated RPAand RMAsites and extremely favorable soils suitable for Heavy Industrial Facilities. Adjoins Solar Farm with expansion capability. BEST availalbe Site in Tidewater Area. it lies in the York County jurisdiction that has a very favorable tax rate. Call for additional information and property marketing flyer.

Listing courtesy of Larry Cooke · Cooke-Wiley and Company LC · REIN MLS #10619286

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

701 Lightfoot Road is a rare 305-acre land parcel on the western edge of Williamsburg, Virginia — the kind of large-scale acreage that opens the door to farming, conservation, development, or a private rural retreat just minutes from everyday conveniences.

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Why this home stands out

Three hundred and five contiguous acres this close to a historic Virginia city is genuinely uncommon. Whether you're envisioning a working farm, a timber investment, a conservation easement, or a private compound, the sheer scale of this parcel gives you options that smaller tracts simply can't match. The land sits in James City County, keeping you connected to Williamsburg's infrastructure while offering true rural breathing room.

ALL OTHERS AREA 113 and the Williamsburg real estate market

Williamsburg sits at the crossroads of colonial history and modern livability, and the western corridor along Lightfoot Road reflects that balance well. This stretch of James City County blends retail convenience — think big-box shopping, national chains, and local spots — with open land that still feels genuinely rural. If you've been searching for homes for sale in williamsburg va, you already know how competitive the closer-in neighborhoods can be; raw acreage of this magnitude is a different category entirely. The ALL OTHERS AREA 113 designation covers a broad swath of James City County outside the more densely platted subdivisions, meaning neighbors are fewer and land uses are more varied. Williamsburg itself offers a strong local economy anchored by tourism, the College of William & Mary, and a growing healthcare sector, which supports long-term land values across the region.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are surprisingly easy from 701 Lightfoot Road. A Walmart Supercenter is just half a mile away, and Miller's Neighborhood Market is within 0.7 miles for a quicker stop. Grab coffee at Starbucks Coffee Company or Café 500, both about half a mile out. For a sit-down meal, IHOP and FTH Pizza are both roughly 0.4 miles away, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations Williamsburg Resort is just as close if you have visiting guests. Fitness options are well-covered too — Impact Fitness, Benefits Personal Training, and GeddingFit, Home of Proelium CrossFit are all within half a mile.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is about 16 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 26 minutes out — making this corridor a realistic option for personnel who want space rather than a subdivision. A VA loan can't be used to purchase raw land directly, but understanding BAH rates in the Williamsburg area helps frame long-term planning if you're considering building on acreage like this.

For buyers drawn to character

If houses for sale in williamsburg va feel too conventional for what you have in mind, 305 acres changes the conversation entirely. You could design a homestead from scratch, preserve the land in its natural state, or build something that genuinely reflects your vision — without the constraints of an existing structure or a tight lot. This is the kind of property that attracts buyers who think in decades, not years.

More buyer questions

How far is 701 Lightfoot Road from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 16 minutes from 701 Lightfoot Road under typical traffic conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 26 minutes away, making this parcel accessible to personnel at either installation.

What county is 701 Lightfoot Road in?

701 Lightfoot Road is located in James City County, Virginia, which surrounds the City of Williamsburg and falls under its own separate county jurisdiction for taxes, zoning, and services.

Is 701 Lightfoot Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — given the size of the acreage, different portions of the land may carry different designations, so reviewing that section is worthwhile.

What can land like this be used for in James City County?

Permitted uses depend on the current zoning classification assigned by James City County, which governs everything from agricultural use and timber harvesting to residential development and conservation easements. A local land-use attorney or county planning office can confirm what's allowed for this specific parcel.

Are there utilities available at 701 Lightfoot Road?

Utility availability on large rural parcels varies widely — public water, sewer, and electric connections depend on proximity to existing infrastructure and county extension policies. Contacting James City County's public utilities department directly will give you the most accurate picture for this address.

Curious about what 305 acres in Williamsburg could look like for your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and start the conversation.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$55,000/yr

County

York County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10619286

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
City Water, Electric, Sewer Avail, Telephone Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
305.0000
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 113
Zoning
EO
Ownership
Timeshare
Possession
CLOSING

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51199C

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

Arbordale

Arbordale is a residential community in upper York County near Lightfoot, just off Mooretown Road with a Williamsburg mailing address and quick access to Richmond Road and Interstate 64.

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For sale now

$92K

HH income

62.3%

Owner-occupied

U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$95,011/mo

Principal & interest

$85,615

Property tax

$4,583

Home insurance

$4,813

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.

Value & history

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

665% of $2,482,900

City assessment record · taxes $55,000/yr

Land share of assessed value

100% — $2,482,900

Improvements $0 · 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.

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$16,500,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$55,000

Monthly Tax

$4,583

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.33%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJan 23, 2026$16,500,000—
Currently listed—$16,500,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

565% above assessment

Total Assessed

$2,482,900

Land

$2,482,900

Improvement

N/A

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

106 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 701 Lightfoot Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Magruder Elementary (GreatSchools 7/10), Queens Lake Middle (GreatSchools 8/10), Bruton (GreatSchools 6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 701 Lightfoot 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.
Is there a gym near 701 Lightfoot Rd?+
Yes — Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg North by IHG is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 701 Lightfoot Rd?+
Walmart Supercenter is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Holiday Inn Club Vacations Williamsburg Resort, an IHG Hotel (0.4 mi).
Does 701 Lightfoot Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

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

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Larry Cooke · Cooke-Wiley and Company LC · REIN MLS #10619286

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701 Lightfoot Rd, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188 · MLS #10619286 · 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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