Fixer-upper farmhouse on acreage! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath country farmhouse sits on approximately 3.97 acres in the desirable Foster area of Mathews County, offering endless potential for renovation, investment, or a rural homestead. Featuring a traditional farmhouse layout and peaceful setting, this property is ideal for buyers seeking privacy, land, and the opportunity to restore a classic home. Plenty of space for gardening, outdoor projects, or simply enjoying quiet country living. Home requires repairs and updates and is priced to sell accordingly.
SUBJECT TO SHORT SALE APPROVAL
For sale
Price cut: $74.9K (8/3)
$150,000
1871 E River Rd, Foster, VA 23056
2beds
1,246sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$949/mo
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3.97 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$120/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 158 days |
- 621 |
- 33 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Linda Collier 804-986-4405,
Hogge Real Estate Inc 804-693-5410,
Wendy F Hogge 804-815-2355,
Hogge Real Estate Inc
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR,MLS#: 202600238Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
- Has basement: No
- Attic: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,246 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,246
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3.97 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 24A122
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Foster
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $120/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $143,500
- Annual tax amount: $861
- Date on market: 3/1/2026
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,546/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $150,000-33.3%$120/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202600238 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $224,900$180/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202600238 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2025 | Listing removed | $224,900$180/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2500655 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2025 | Price change | $224,900-30.8%$180/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2500655 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $324,900+85.8%$261/sqft |
Source:  WMLS #2500070 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2022 | Sold | $174,900$140/sqft |
Source: WMLS #2104509 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2022 | Contingent | $174,900$140/sqft |
Source:  REIN Inc. #10409939 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2022 | Pending sale | $174,900$140/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2133697 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2021 | Price change | $174,900-7.9%$140/sqft |
Source: REIN Inc. #10409939 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $189,900$152/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2133697 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $861 +7.1% | $143,500 |
| 2024 | $804 | $143,500 |
| 2023 | $804 +28.5% | $143,500 +46.9% |
| 2022 | $625 -0.8% | $97,700 |
| 2020 | $630 +12.2% | $97,700 |
| 2018 | $562 | $97,700 |
| 2017 | $562 -90.7% | $97,700 |
| 2015 | $6,021 | -- |
| 2014 | $6,021 +1079.6% | $111,500 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $510 | $108,600 |
| 2012 | $510 | $108,600 +103% |
| 2010 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2006 | $284 -38.2% | $53,500 |
| 2005 | $459 +49.4% | $53,500 +37.5% |
| 2004 | $307 | $38,900 |
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Neighborhood: 23056
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lee-Jackson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.8 mi
- 5/10Thomas Hunter Middle SchoolGrades: 5-7Distance: 2.8 mi
- 4/10Mathews High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lee Jackson
- Middle: Thomas Hunter
- High: Mathews
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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