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WilliamsburgALL OTHERS AREA 114708 Wythe Ln✓ Source: REIN MLS #10631956 · record updated Sep 1, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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3beds
2.1baths
1,065sqft
127days on market

708 Wythe Ln, Williamsburg, VA 23185

ActiveResidential · built 1933 · ALL OTHERS AREA 114

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1933

Price / sqft

$438

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,887/yr

County

Williamsburg VA

MLS #

10631956

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,065
Stories
2
Flooring
Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Foyer
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow,Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric,Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump,Zoned
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.0183
Approx. acres
0.02
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 114
Zoning
RS-2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Welcome to "Bell Cottage", a Classic brick home in Downtown Williamsburg, only 100 yards from the College of William and Mary. With 3 bedrooms, 2 and a half baths, a kitchen, plus a 2nd floor lounge area, this home is ideally located to be your Williamsburg hideaway. The private driveway provides an off street parking space which is rare in a property just 1 block from the College. This building is historic as well, built to house nursing staff for the Bell Hospital, founded in 1925, and Williamsburg's only hospital until 1961. This is a fantastic location only 4 blocks from the shopping and dining of Merchants Square and the Historic Area.

Listing courtesy of Robert Hornsby · Hornsby Real Estate Co. · REIN MLS #10631956

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

A 1933-built, three-bedroom home on Wythe Lane puts you steps from Colonial Williamsburg, Sunken Garden, and a walkable block of cafés and restaurants — compact at 1,065 square feet, yet rich in character and location that few Williamsburg homes for sale can match.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1933, 708 Wythe Lane carries the kind of architectural bones that newer construction simply cannot replicate — and it sits on one of Williamsburg's most walkable blocks. Bento Sushi is 0.1 miles away. Berret's Seafood and Eleva Coffee Lounge are a two-minute stroll. Sunken Garden and Wren Yard are practically in your front yard. For a 1,065-square-foot home, the lifestyle radius here is genuinely outsized.

ALL OTHERS AREA 114 and the Williamsburg real estate market

Wythe Lane sits inside the ALL OTHERS AREA 114 designation — a catch-all that covers some of Williamsburg's most historically textured streets, tucked alongside the College of William & Mary and within easy walking distance of Colonial Williamsburg's historic district. The neighborhood has the low-key energy of a college town with the architectural gravitas of one of America's oldest cities. Sidewalks connect you to green space, independent shops, and local restaurants without ever needing a car. Williamsburg itself is a city that punches well above its size: a robust arts scene, world-class history, and a year-round tourism economy that keeps the restaurant and retail scene alive in all seasons. Families comparing homes for sale in Williamsburg will notice quickly that addresses this close to the historic core are genuinely rare — the supply is small and the demand is steady.

What's nearby

Daily errands and evening plans are both covered within a short walk of 708 Wythe Lane. Wythe Candy & Gourmet Shop is 0.2 miles away for specialty provisions, and Food Lion is under a mile for a full grocery run. For coffee, Eleva Coffee Lounge and Illy Caffè are both 0.2 miles out, with Kiln Kingdom rounding out the options nearby. Bento Sushi at 0.1 miles is the closest dinner option; Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill is just 0.2 miles for a more elevated evening. Sunken Garden and Wren Yard, each 0.1 miles away, offer open green space for morning walks, and the Natural Wildflower Refuge is 0.3 miles out for a quieter escape.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is 11 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is a 17-minute drive — both well within a practical commute window. A VA loan can be a strong fit for a purchase like this, and the walkable, historically rich setting makes off-duty life genuinely enjoyable. Families weighing homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School and homes for sale zoned for Matthew Whaley Elementary School will find this address worth a close look.

For first-time buyers

Compact square footage means lower utility costs and less upkeep, and the 1933 character is the kind of thing you pay a premium for in larger markets. The walkable block — coffee, sushi, seafood, green space, all within 0.2 miles — means you get a lifestyle that feels much bigger than the footprint. Among homes for sale in 23185, very few addresses offer this combination of history, walkability, and proximity to the historic district.

More buyer questions

How far is 708 Wythe Lane from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 11 minutes from 708 Wythe Lane by car. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 17 minutes, making this address workable for personnel assigned to either installation.

What year was 708 Wythe Lane built?

The home was built in 1933, giving it over 90 years of architectural history. Homes of this era in Williamsburg tend to feature construction details and proportions that distinguish them from later suburban builds.

Is 708 Wythe Lane in a walkable area?

Yes — the immediate block includes Bento Sushi and Sunken Garden within 0.1 miles, and Berret's Seafood, Eleva Coffee Lounge, Illy Caffè, and Wythe Candy & Gourmet Shop all within 0.2 miles. It is one of the more walkable addresses in the city.

What is the lot size at 708 Wythe Lane?

The lot is 0.0183 acres — a compact urban footprint consistent with the historic street grid near Colonial Williamsburg. Less yard means less maintenance, which suits the walkable, amenity-rich lifestyle of the surrounding block.

Does 708 Wythe Lane have a flood zone concern?

Flood zone status for 708 Wythe Lane is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Review that section or ask your agent for the specific designation before making any decisions.

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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

Port Anne

Port Anne is an established community in the City of Williamsburg, tucked along College Creek off South Henry Street and adjacent to College Landing Park.

6

For sale now

$84K

HH income

66.6%

Owner-occupied

U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

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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

$2,711/mo

Principal & interest

$2,418

Property tax

$157

Home insurance

$136

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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Price context — similar nearby homes

$205,000$400,000

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.

336 Fairway LKT · 0.6 mi · 1,212 sqft$274,000 sold 2026-04
208 Woodmere DR #A · 1.4 mi · 1,141 sqft$330,000 sold 2026-06
103 Kathryn CT · 1.6 mi · 1,108 sqft$350,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$466,000

Price / Sq Ft

$438

Annual Taxes

$1,887

Monthly Tax

$157

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.40%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 27, 2026$466,000
Price increasedAug 25, 2026$466,000+$16,500
Currently listed$466,000

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

127 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 708 Wythe Ln in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Matthew Whaley Elementary (VaHome School Score 4.4/10), Berkeley Middle (VaHome School Score 7.5/10), Lafayette (VaHome School Score 5.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 708 Wythe Ln 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 708 Wythe Ln?+
Sunken Garden is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 708 Wythe Ln?+
Wythe Candy & Gourmet Shop is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Bento Sushi (0.2 mi).
Does 708 Wythe Ln have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 708 Wythe Ln built?+
It was built in 1933, per the listing record.

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