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$391,600est. $2,299/mo all-in · adjust →
3beds
1baths
1,276sqft
$307per sqft
28days on market

901 Lafayette St, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Under ContractResidential · built 1930 · 0.14 acres · ALL OTHERS AREA 114 · MLS #10657764

Price per sqft$307compare with nearby salesSchools
LafayetteHigh6.2
BerkeleyMiddle7.2
Matthew WhaleyElementary5.5
VaHome School ScoreFlood
Low / moderate riskZone X
flood insurance not requiredHOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS recordEst. payment$2,299/moall-in · 20% down · 6.75% · adjustPrice since listing…checking price historyTaxes$1,839/yrasking is 137% of assessmentCondo feeNAnot a condo

OverviewAbout this home

Fantastic investment opportunity within convenient distance of William & Mary! This charming 3-bedroom home offers 1,276 square feet of living space, featuring an updated kitchen, new HVAC system, and a newly installed backyard patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ideally located near campus, shopping, dining, and historic Williamsburg, this property offers excellent potential as a rental investment or primary residence. Don't miss this opportunity in a highly desirable location!

Listing courtesy of Mike Dauses · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10657764

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1930
Price / sqft$307
HOANone
Taxes$1,839/yr
CountyWilliamsburg VA
MLS #10657764

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,276
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Breakfast Area, Utility Closet, Utility Room
Appliances
Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Aluminum,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1400
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 114
Zoning
RS-3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
3 Space, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

901 Lafayette Street is a 1930 bungalow in Williamsburg, Virginia, sitting steps from grocery stores, coffee shops, and local restaurants. The three-bedroom, one-bath home covers 1,276 square feet on a walkable block near the heart of the city. Among Williamsburg homes for sale, this address stands out for its vintage character and unbeatable daily convenience.

Keep searching in Williamsburg

See all Williamsburg homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23185, homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School, and homes for sale zoned for Matthew Whaley Elementary School. Nearby, look at Burgesses Quarters homes for sale, Williamsburg waterfront homes for sale, Williamsburg condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Williamsburg.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1930 carry details you simply cannot replicate in new construction. Think solid framing, thick walls, and proportions that feel settled and real. This one sits on Lafayette Street, a corridor that connects you to Food Lion, Grit Coffee, and Sal's By Victor without ever starting your car. Camp Peary is about 11 minutes away. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 18 minutes out. The walkability alone sets this address apart from most homes for sale in Williamsburg.

ALL OTHERS AREA 114 and the Williamsburg real estate market

Lafayette Street runs through one of Williamsburg's older residential corridors, where early-twentieth-century cottages and bungalows line the sidewalks. The blocks here feel rooted. Mature trees shade the street, and neighbors tend to know each other by name. The mix of housing is modest and genuine — no cookie-cutter subdivisions, no manufactured charm. This is the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23185 with real history rather than a marketing theme. Williamsburg itself is a small city with an outsized identity. Colonial Williamsburg draws visitors from around the world, but the people who live here enjoy it as a backdrop to everyday life. The College of William and Mary sits nearby, giving the city a steady cultural pulse. Getting around is straightforward — the city is compact, and most errands land within a short drive or a reasonable walk from Lafayette Street.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely easy from this address. Food Lion is right at the corner, and Grocery Outlet is just 0.2 miles away. Northern Pancakes and Waffles is steps from the front door, and Cook's Burger Bar is a short walk down the block. Sal's By Victor adds an Italian option within 0.1 miles. Grit Coffee and The Whale Tea Williamsburg both sit within a block for your morning routine. Commons Park is about half a mile away for open-air time. Ironbound Park and the Natural Wildflower Refuge are both under a mile for longer walks.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Camp Peary is about 11 minutes from 901 Lafayette Street. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 18 minutes out. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and the home's age and price tier make it a straightforward fit for that program. The walkable location means one car can handle most daily needs, which simplifies logistics on busy duty schedules.

For first-time buyers

A 1930 bungalow on a walkable Williamsburg block is a strong starting point. Three bedrooms give you room to grow into the space. One full bath keeps the floor plan simple and the maintenance list short. Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School and homes for sale zoned for Matthew Whaley Elementary School will find this address sits squarely in that zone. Grocery stores, coffee, and restaurants are all within a few blocks.

For buyers drawn to character

Nineteen-thirty construction means this home has genuine bones. The proportions, the framing, the way the rooms connect — none of it was designed by an algorithm. Lafayette Street itself has that quality too: a real neighborhood with a real history. Buyers who want a home that tells a story rather than follows a trend will find a lot to work with here.

More buyer questions

How far is 901 Lafayette Street from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is about 11 minutes from this address by car. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 18 minutes away.

What grocery stores are near 901 Lafayette Street?

Food Lion is right at the corner, and both Grocery Outlet and a BP convenience stop are within 0.2 miles.

Is 901 Lafayette Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

What parks are walkable from 901 Lafayette Street?

Commons Park is about half a mile away. Ironbound Park and the Natural Wildflower Refuge are both under a mile from the front door.

How old is the home at 901 Lafayette Street?

The home was built in 1930, making it one of the older residential properties on the Lafayette Street corridor in Williamsburg.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty can walk you through everything about 901 Lafayette Street. Reach out to schedule a visit or ask your first question.

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

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

HighLafayette High School
6.2/10
Up 0.4 from 2024–25
MiddleBerkeley Middle School
7.2/10
Down 0.3 from 2024–25
ElementaryMatthew Whaley Elementary School
5.5/10
Up 1.1 from 2024–25

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.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Camp Peary

DoD

19min·9mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

21min·12mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

25min·15.8mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

46min·32.2mi

NSA HR

Navy

78min·55.8mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51095C

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 51095C

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

89 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

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Burgesses Quarters is a townhome area off Bypass Road. It sits in upper York County, in the Williamsburg, VA area. Wyndham and Patriots Place are close by.

$395KMedian sale · 12 mo
$224Sold $/sq ft
43dDays on market
2For sale now
$92KHH income
62.3%Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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CostPayment calculator

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

$2,299/mo

Principal & interest

$2,032

Property tax

$153

Home insurance

$114

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 & historyComparables

Asking vs. assessment137% of $285,200City assessment record · taxes $1,839/yr
Land share of assessed value64% · $183,100Improvements $102,100 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$265,000 – $369,000The 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.
208 Woodmere DR #B · 2 mi · 1,322 sqft$328,600 sold 2026-06
225 Woodmere DR #A · 2.1 mi · 1,322 sqft$345,000 sold 2026-10
415 Pocahontas ST · 2 mi · 1,220 sqft$369,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$391,600

Price / Sq Ft

$307

Annual Taxes

$1,839

Monthly Tax

$153

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.47%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 13, 2026$391,600—
Currently listed—$391,600—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

37% above assessment

Total Assessed

$285,200

Land

$183,100

Improvement

$102,100

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.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
901 Lafayette Stthis home$391,600311,276$307
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 901 Lafayette St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Matthew Whaley Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.5/10), Berkeley Middle (VaHome School Score 7.2/10), Lafayette (VaHome School Score 6.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 901 Lafayette St 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.
Does 901 Lafayette St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 901 Lafayette St built?
It was built in 1930, per the listing record.

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

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901 Lafayette St, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185 · MLS #10657764 · 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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