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Charles City › ALL OTHERS AREA 142 › 9701 Old Retriever Trl✓ Source: REIN MLS #10635781 · record updated Jul 15, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$745,000
$904 / sqft · est. $4,273/mo →
3beds
1baths
824sqft
54days on market

9701 Old Retriever Trl, Charles City, VA 23030

ActiveResidential · built 1960 · ALL OTHERS AREA 142

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Boathouse, Boat Lift, Dock, Navigable, River.

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Dock

Dock · Boat lift

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Imagine enjoying a glass of wine (or tea) sitting on the swing at your boathouse watching the beautiful sunset over the Chickahominy River. This fabulous property is halfway "up" river (9 mile). It has a boathouse with 2 boat lifts & 2 jet ski lifts. Nature abounds all around you. The 3-bedroom cottage has a cozy family room, eat in kitchen with great river views plus a screened porch to listen to the fish slapping in the water & hummingbirds at the feeder. The property has a uniqueness of having an additional 6 acres on the other side of Old Retriever Trail with a deeded easement to 3 storage buildings & pole shed to store all your toys. Only 25 minutes to Williamsburg. A fabulous spot to create wonderful memories!

Listing courtesy of Mish Vaiden-Clay · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10635781

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 1960-built, 3-bedroom residential property on Old Retriever Trail in Charles City, Virginia — a quiet, rural county setting roughly 30 minutes from Camp Peary and under an hour from the wider Hampton Roads region.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 9701 Old Retriever Trail apart is its position deep in Charles City County — one of Virginia's least-densely populated jurisdictions, where large lots, mature trees, and genuine quiet are the norm rather than the exception. For buyers who want distance from suburban sprawl without losing reasonable access to the Peninsula's employment corridors, this address delivers that balance in a way few properties can.

ALL OTHERS AREA 142 and the Charles City real estate market

Charles City County sits between Richmond and the Virginia Peninsula — a stretch of rural Virginia that has changed remarkably little over the decades. There are no incorporated towns here, no traffic lights to speak of, and a landscape dominated by farmland, hardwood forest, and the winding James River. Old Retriever Trail reflects that character: a low-traffic road where neighbors tend to know each other and the pace of daily life slows down considerably. The county itself is steeped in history — it's home to several of Virginia's oldest plantation estates and sits along the scenic Route 5 corridor. For buyers searching for a Charles City County home with genuine rural character, this address is as authentic as it gets. Williamsburg is accessible to the east, Richmond to the west, and the broader Hampton Roads metro is reachable via Interstate 64 to the south.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands in Charles City County require a bit of planning, which is part of the trade-off for the rural lifestyle this area offers. The Blue Heron Bar & Grill is just 0.9 miles away — a genuine local gathering spot that functions as a community anchor for the area. For groceries, hardware, and larger retail needs, residents typically head toward Williamsburg or the New Kent corridor along I-64. The James River, running along the county's southern edge, opens up fishing, kayaking, and scenic drives along Route 5 that are hard to match anywhere in the region.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is approximately 32 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits about 41 minutes out — both manageable commutes for service members who prioritize space and privacy over proximity to base gates. A VA loan can make financing a rural property like this straightforward, and Charles City County's low population density means you're genuinely off the beaten path between deployments.

For buyers drawn to character

Built in 1960 and set on a quiet trail in one of Virginia's most historically rich counties, 9701 Old Retriever Trail appeals to buyers who see a property as more than square footage. Charles City County's Route 5 corridor is lined with colonial-era landmarks, and the land here carries a sense of permanence that newer suburban developments simply can't replicate. If authenticity and elbow room matter to you, this address is worth a serious look.

More buyer questions

How far is 9701 Old Retriever Trail from Camp Peary?

The drive from 9701 Old Retriever Trail to Camp Peary is approximately 32 minutes under normal conditions. The route generally follows Route 5 east toward Williamsburg before connecting to the base access area.

How far is 9701 Old Retriever Trail from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 41 minutes from this address, making it a feasible daily commute for service members stationed there who prefer a rural living environment.

What is Charles City County like as a place to live?

Charles City County is one of Virginia's most rural jurisdictions — no incorporated towns, low traffic, and a landscape of farms, forests, and James River bottomland. Residents trade urban convenience for genuine quiet, historical character, and relatively affordable land.

Is 9701 Old Retriever Trail in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the address.

Does Charles City County have an HOA for properties on Old Retriever Trail?

Charles City County is largely unincorporated and many rural properties operate without HOA oversight, though individual subdivisions may vary — confirm the specific status for this address during the due-diligence period.

Curious whether 9701 Old Retriever Trail fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan can walk you through everything this Charles City County property has to offer.

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

Schools

  • ElementaryCharles City County Elementary
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  • MiddleCharles City County Middle
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  • HighCharles City
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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1960

Price / sqft

$904

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,277/yr

County

Charles City County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10635781

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
824
Stories
1
Flooring
Concrete, Vinyl
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Breakfast Area, Screened Porch
Appliances
Elec Range, Refrigerator

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Asbestos
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Boathouse,Boat Lift,Dock,Navigable,River
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Propane Gas
Cooling
Other, Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
7.0000
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 142
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 3+ Car, Oversized Gar, Covered, Multi Car
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 51036C

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

Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

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

$4,273/mo

Principal & interest

$3,866

Property tax

$190

Home insurance

$217

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.

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$745,000

Price / Sq Ft

$904

Annual Taxes

$2,277

Monthly Tax

$190

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.31%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 22, 2026$745,000—
Currently listed—$745,000—

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:

Charles City Assessor (Google)

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

54 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 9701 Old Retriever Trl in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Charles City County Elementary, Charles City County Middle, Charles City. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 9701 Old Retriever Trl 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 9701 Old Retriever Trl a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Boathouse,Boat Lift,Dock,Navigable,River.
Does 9701 Old Retriever Trl have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 9701 Old Retriever Trl built?+
It was built in 1960, per the listing record.

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 Mish Vaiden-Clay · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10635781

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9701 Old Retriever Trl, Charles City, Virginia 23030 · MLS #10635781 · 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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