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WilliamsburgJAMES SHIRE SETTLEMENT8 Settlers Ln✓ Source: REIN MLS #10635448 · record updated Jul 23, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$425,000
$250 / sqft · est. $2,534/mo →
4beds
2.1baths
1,700sqft
61days on market

8 Settlers Ln, Williamsburg, VA 23188

ActiveResidential · built 1971 · JAMES SHIRE SETTLEMENT

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Back on market at no fault of the Seller. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac Lane in Williamsburg, this beautifully updated home offers charm, character, and exceptional outdoor space with NO HOA! NEW roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, gorgeous hardwood floors throughout most of the home, and elevated trim details create a warm, polished feel from the moment you arrive. The 2026 kitchen renovation features granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, pantry storage, & all appliances-including washer & dryer-convey. The family room offers custom built-in shelving & cabinetry, while the oversized 2-car garage provides abundant storage & versatile space. Additional highlights include a new shed (2026), hot water heater (2023), encapsulated crawl space, and floored walk-around attic with standing-height storage. Enjoy the oversized fenced backyard with a park-like setting, plus a welcoming front porch spacious enough for seating, entertaining, or relaxing with your morning coffee while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Listing courtesy of Kim Seay · RE/MAX Capital · REIN MLS #10635448

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

8 Settlers Lane is a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Williamsburg, Virginia, built in 1971 with 1,700 square feet of living space. Everyday essentials, dining, and fitness are all within a mile, and two military installations are a short commute away.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 8 Settlers Lane apart is the combination of a manageable footprint and a location that punches well above its size. Four bedrooms give you genuine flexibility — a home office, a guest room, a nursery — without the upkeep burden of a sprawling floor plan. The 1971 construction era means solid bones and established lot character, while the surrounding Williamsburg corridor keeps daily errands genuinely walkable.

JAMES SHIRE SETTLEMENT and the Williamsburg real estate market

Williamsburg occupies a unique position in Hampton Roads — it's simultaneously a living colonial landmark and a fully functioning modern city with real grocery stores, gyms, and a diverse restaurant scene. The area around 8 Settlers Lane sits in the western corridor of the city, where residential streets give way quickly to retail conveniences without sacrificing the tree-lined, unhurried feel that makes Williamsburg different from the more densely developed cities to the east. Neighbors here tend to put down roots; the neighborhood has the kind of quiet, settled character that comes from decades of continuous ownership cycles. You're close enough to the Colonial Williamsburg historic district to enjoy its festivals and green spaces, yet far enough from the tourist core that your daily routine stays calm. James City County jurisdiction means you're tapping into one of the region's more financially stable local governments — a detail that matters for long-term homeownership.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy from 8 Settlers Lane. Harris Teeter is 0.8 miles away for your main grocery run, and Lightfoot Marketplace is just a touch farther at 0.9 miles if you prefer a different option. When you'd rather someone else cook, ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi and Heritage Grille are both under a mile. A Starbucks is 0.8 miles out for the morning routine. If fitness is a priority, Train with Bernie is right at 0.8 miles — no long drives to stay consistent with workouts. Jersey Mike's and a McDonald's round out the quick-meal options nearby.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is an 18-minute drive from 8 Settlers Lane, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 27 minutes out — both well within the range most military families target for a manageable commute. A VA loan can make this four-bedroom home an especially practical fit, and the Williamsburg market has historically held value well through PCS cycles.

For first-time buyers

Four bedrooms and two and a half baths at 1,700 square feet is a lot of home for a first purchase. The 1971 build gives you a property with established character rather than cookie-cutter new construction, and the location — with groceries, coffee, and dining all under a mile — means you won't feel car-dependent from day one. It's a practical, livable starting point.

More buyer questions

How far is 8 Settlers Lane from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 18 minutes from 8 Settlers Lane under normal traffic conditions. That puts it comfortably within the range most buyers targeting that installation look for.

How far is 8 Settlers Lane from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 27 minutes away, making it a reasonable daily commute for personnel stationed there.

What grocery stores are near 8 Settlers Lane?

Harris Teeter is 0.8 miles away and Lightfoot Marketplace is 0.9 miles — both are quick drives or even a walkable errand depending on your preference.

Is 8 Settlers Lane in James City County or the City of Williamsburg?

The 23188 zip code places this address within James City County jurisdiction, which is a separate governmental entity from the independent City of Williamsburg, though the two share the broader Williamsburg community identity.

Does the area around 8 Settlers Lane have a flood risk concern?

Flood zone status for this specific parcel is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the official FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.

Ready to walk through 8 Settlers Lane in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Williamsburg corridor well — reach out and let's set up a tour.

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

1971

Price / sqft

$250

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,462/yr

County

James City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10635448

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,700
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Aluminum,Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
JAMES SHIRE SETTLEMENT
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · 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

Colonial Heritage

Colonial Heritage is a gated, legally age-qualified 55+ active-adult community set on roughly 1,500 acres in the Lightfoot area of James City County, just off Richmond Road (Route 60) northwest of Williamsburg.

$549K

Median sale · 12 mo

$200

Sold $/sq ft

37d

Days on market

20

For sale now

$113K

HH income

86.2%

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

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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

$2,534/mo

Principal & interest

$2,205

Property tax

$205

Home insurance

$124

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

Judge value on real ground

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

$275,000$380,000

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.

237 Mildred DR · 1.5 mi · 1,680 sqft$380,000 sold 2026-02
867 Sugarloaf RN · 1.3 mi · 1,836 sqft$371,000 sold 2026-07
3824 War Hill GRN · 2 mi · 1,664 sqft$285,000 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$425,000

Price / Sq Ft

$250

Annual Taxes

$2,462

Monthly Tax

$205

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.58%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 23, 2026$425,000
Price reducedMay 31, 2026$425,000−$25,000
Currently listed$425,000

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

61 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 8 Settlers Ln in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are J Blaine Blayton Elementary, Lois S Hornsby Middle School, Warhill (GreatSchools 6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 8 Settlers 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.
Is there a gym near 8 Settlers Ln?+
Yes — Train with Bernie is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 8 Settlers Ln?+
Harris Teeter is about 0.8 miles away. The closest dining on record is ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi (0.8 mi).
Does 8 Settlers Ln have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 8 Settlers Ln built?+
It was built in 1971, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Kim Seay · RE/MAX Capital · REIN MLS #10635448

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8 Settlers Ln, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188 · MLS #10635448 · 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.