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5beds
3.2baths
4,111sqft
10days on market

8 The Palisades, Williamsburg, VA 23185

ActiveResidential · built 1996 · PORT ANNE

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek.

Frontage

Creek ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1996

Price / sqft

$237

HOA fee

$151/mo

Taxes

$5,538/yr

County

Williamsburg VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10647645

HOA association includes

ClubhouseExercise RmPoolTennis Cts

$151/mo HOA fee · N/A · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
3
Half baths
2
Approx. sqft
4,111
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
11
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, Loft, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Screened Porch, Rec Room, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Attic Fan, Backup Generator, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Sump Pump

Construction & exterior

Style
Contemp
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Creek

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1900
Subdivision
PORT ANNE
Zoning
PUD
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Located in Port Anne, one of downtown Williamsburg's most desirable communities, this home, designed by R. Spencer and built by Pultz Builders, offers over 4,100 square feet across three finished levels with 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths. A dramatic two-story great room, expansive windows, and soaring ceilings fill the home with natural light while framing the wooded setting with views toward College Creek. The main level features a first-floor primary suite, formal dining room, spacious family room with fireplace, and an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, double ovens, and a breakfast area. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms, a full bath, and a loft overlooking the main living area. The finished walk-out basement offers exceptional flexibility with a spacious recreation room, office or potential sixth bedroom, two additional bedrooms, a full and half bath, and a two-sided fireplace. The screened porch and patio provide a private setting for relaxing or entertaining. Additional features include a whole-house generator, zoned heating and cooling, and abundant storage. Port Anne residents enjoy a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, exercise room, and beautifully maintained common areas, all just moments from Colonial Williamsburg, William & Mary, restaurants, shopping, and the conveniences of downtown Williamsburg.

Listing courtesy of Courtney Martinez · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10647645

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Eight The Palisades is a five-bedroom, 3.2-bath home in Williamsburg, Virginia, offering 4,111 square feet built in 1996. It sits within easy reach of Colonial Williamsburg's historic core, College Landing Park, and two military installations — a rare combination of space, history, and convenience.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 8 The Palisades apart is sheer scale paired with an address that few Williamsburg homes for sale can match. Four thousand square feet of living space in a city where walkable distance to centuries-old landmarks, waterfront parks, and a restaurant-lined corridor is the norm — not the exception. Five bedrooms give every household member room to breathe, while the 1996 build means the bones are solid without the maintenance surprises of a colonial-era original.

PORT ANNE and the Williamsburg real estate market

Williamsburg occupies a singular place in American geography — it's simultaneously a living history museum, a college town anchored by William & Mary, and a genuinely livable small city with real neighborhoods and real daily routines. The zip code 23185 covers the heart of it all, from the Governor's Palace grounds to the quiet residential streets that fan out toward the James and York rivers. Life here has a pace that feels intentional. Neighbors walk to coffee, bike to the park, and catch live music steps from where the Founding Fathers once debated. The city's compact layout means that errands, dining, and recreation rarely require more than a short drive — and often don't require a car at all. For families comparing homes for sale in Williamsburg, the appeal is consistent: history as a backdrop, a genuine community feel, and access to two military installations that keep the area economically stable year-round.

What's nearby

College Landing Park is half a mile away — a green stretch along the James River perfect for morning walks or an afternoon with the kids. Bicentennial Park sits just six-tenths of a mile out, and the iconic Sunken Garden on the William & Mary campus is under a mile. When you want coffee, Museum Café, Secret Garden, and Eleva Coffee Lounge are all within seven-tenths of a mile. Dinner options are equally close: Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill, Bento Sushi, and Electric Circus Taco are all about 0.7 miles away. For specialty provisions, Wythe Candy & Gourmet Shop rounds things out at 0.8 miles.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is 12 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is reachable in about 17. That puts 8 The Palisades squarely in the sweet spot for service members stationed at either installation. A VA loan can make a home of this size more accessible than many buyers expect, and five bedrooms handle PCS moves with room for a home office, a guest room, or space for extended family.

For families upgrading

Five bedrooms and more than 4,100 square feet give a growing family genuine room to expand — not just square footage on paper, but actual flexibility in how you live. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School and homes for sale zoned for Matthew Whaley Elementary School will find that 8 The Palisades puts both within the same district, with parks, coffee shops, and restaurants all walkable from the front door.

More buyer questions

How far is 8 The Palisades from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is approximately 12 minutes from 8 The Palisades by car. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 17 minutes, making this address a practical choice for personnel at either installation.

What is the square footage of 8 The Palisades?

The home offers 4,111 square feet of living space across five bedrooms and 3.2 bathrooms, built in 1996.

Is 8 The Palisades in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation.

Where can you walk to from 8 The Palisades?

College Landing Park is half a mile away, and within seven-tenths of a mile you'll find multiple coffee shops, restaurants including Berret's Seafood and Electric Circus Taco, and Bicentennial Park. The Sunken Garden on the William & Mary campus is under a mile.

Are there homes for sale in 23185 with this much space?

Homes for sale in 23185 at 4,000-plus square feet with five bedrooms represent a smaller slice of the Williamsburg market — this zip code skews toward mid-sized homes, making a property of this scale relatively uncommon.

Ready to walk through 8 The Palisades? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out to schedule a visit or ask any questions.

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Schools

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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.

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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.

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For sale now

$84K

HH income

66.6%

Owner-occupied

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

$5,805/mo

Principal & interest

$5,059

Property tax

$462

Home insurance

$284

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$151

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

$799,900 – $970,000

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.

6 Wildwood LN · 0.1 mi · 3,994 sqft$799,900 sold 2026-07
125 Yorkshire DR · 0.6 mi · 4,028 sqft$815,000 sold 2026-03
224 Sir Thomas Lunsford DR · 0.5 mi · 4,427 sqft$945,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$975,000

Price / Sq Ft

$237

Annual Taxes

$5,538

Monthly Tax

$462

HOA fee

$151 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.57%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 6, 2026$975,000—
Currently listed—$975,000—

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Williamsburg Real Estate Assessment

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 8 The Palisades 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 8 The Palisades 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 8 The Palisades a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek.
Does 8 The Palisades have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is N/A. Association amenities on record include: Clubhouse, Exercise Rm, Pool, Tennis Cts.
When was 8 The Palisades built?+
It was built in 1996, per the listing record.

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The people

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8 The Palisades, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185 · MLS #10647645 · 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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