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Sold for $472,000
  • $472,000

    163 School Bus Ln, Heathsville, VA 22473

    2beds
    876sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1985
    0.99 Acres Lot
    $483,200 Zestimate®
    $539/sqft
    $1,443 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $483,200

    Estimated sales range

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    $1,443/mo

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    What's special

    Waterfront gemPristine waterfrontInvisible houseBreathtaking sunrises and sunsetsAndersen windowsSpacious screened porchesCorian kitchen countertops
    Welcome to Osprey Point, a hidden waterfront gem tucked away at the end of School Bus Lane in Heathsville, Virginia. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow offers over 700 feet of pristine waterfront on a private ~0.9-acre peninsula with panoramic 270° water views of Ellyson Creek and the Little Wicomico River. Built in 1985 and lovingly maintained, the home blends naturally into its surroundings—an “invisible house” nestled among towering oaks, hickories, and pines. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets from nearly every room or while relaxing on the 40’ L-shaped pier (approx. 3.5’ MLW), watching osprey, eagles, and herons at play. Inside, the home features laminate and ceramic tile flooring, Corian kitchen countertops, Andersen windows, and a beautifully remodeled full bath. The spacious screened porches—both front and back—extend your living space outdoors, perfect for entertaining or quiet mornings by the water. Recent upgrades include: 2019 Water filtration system 2020 Water heater & well pump 2022 Benjamin Moore exterior paint, new roof & refrigerator 2024 New gutters, kitchen can lights, and bedroom ceiling fans 2024 Full custom bathroom remodel 2025 Screened porch updates, sliders, and landscaping improvements From its million-dollar views to its peaceful waterfront lifestyle, Osprey Point offers a rare opportunity to own a truly special Northern Neck property—just 50 feet from the shoreline, with nature all around.

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    Listed by:

    David Edward Dew 804-436-3106,

    IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate,

    Katie Horsley Dew 804-436-6256,

    IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Michela Worthington, 0225226172

    Real Broker LLC

    Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR,MLS#: 202500189Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Electric, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Stove
    Features
    • Beamed Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level, Cable TV
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Attic: None
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 876 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 876
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, Unpaved
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Dock, Unpaved Driveway
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Dock Access, Mooring, Bulkhead, Waterfront
    • Body of water: Ellyson Creek
    • Frontage length: 755.0000,755.0000
    Lot
    • Size: 0.99 Acres
    • Features: Waterfront
    Details
    • Parcel number: Tax Map# 291156D
    • Zoning description: R

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Drywall, Frame, Wood Siding
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1985

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Bulkhead
    • Subdivision: None
    Location
    • Region: Heathsville

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $539/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $245,400
    • Annual tax amount: $1,816
    • Date on market: 11/17/2025
    • Ownership: Individuals
    • Ownership type: Sole Proprietor

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/19/2025Sold$472,000-4.6%$539/sqft
    Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202500189 Report a problem
    12/5/2025Pending sale$495,000$565/sqft
    Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202500189 Report a problem
    12/5/2025Contingent$495,000$565/sqft
    Source: Northern Neck AOR #119620 Report a problem
    11/3/2025Listed for sale$495,000$565/sqft
    Source: Northern Neck AOR #119620 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,816 +12.1%$245,400
    2024$1,620 +8.2%$245,400
    2023$1,497 $245,400
    2022$1,497 $245,400
    2021$1,497 +3.4%$245,400
    2020$1,448 -6.8%$245,400 -6.8%
    2019$1,553 $263,200
    2018-- $263,200
    2017-- $263,200
    2016-- $263,200
    2015-- $263,200 -0.9%
    2014-- $265,700 -15.7%
    2013-- $315,200
    2012-- $315,200
    2011-- $315,200
    2010-- $315,200
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 22473

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Northumberland
    • Middle: Northumberland
    • High: Northumberland

    Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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