Historic house with modern upgrades in the heart of Mathews. This secluded property allows walking to shops, restaurants, and the water. The house sits on approximately 2 manicured acres of grounds containing trees, flowers ,and a large fenced rear yard. The house of almost 3700 square feet has 4 large bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, screened porch, and a 2 bay attached garage with sink and work bench area. In addition, there is a finished structure with water, air and electricity. The grounds include a 4 bay pole building with electric, and a detached tool shed.
Flooring is a combination of wood tile, and new LVP. Other upgrades: Reverse osmosis and water treatment system, complete crawl space subflooring/support replacement, exterior window and interior paint.
New dishwasher, refrigerator, washer, dryer, and piano convey.
Come and see this beauutiful home in Mathews, Virginia.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (5/29)
$539,000
228 Church St, Mathews, VA 23109
4beds
3,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
1.99 Acres Lot
$524,100 Zestimate®
$146/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large fenced rear yardDetached tool shedSecluded propertyScreened porch
- 44 days |
- 2,110 |
- 34 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Irvin Shackelford 804-758-2777,
Mason Realty, Inc.
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR,MLS#: 202600770Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Oil, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooking, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Purifier, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters, Cable TV, Wired for Data
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Storm Window(s)
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Access Only,Floored,Pull Down Stairs
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,680 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,680
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Oversized, Garage Faces Rear, Two Spaces, Garage Faces Side, Unpaved, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Storage, Shed, Unpaved Driveway
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial,Wood
Lot
- Size: 1.99 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 26a 3 151
- Zoning description: resi
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Drywall, Frame, Mixed, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Mathews
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $146/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $398,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,353
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Estimated market value
$524,100
$498,000 - $550,000
$3,046/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Pending sale | $539,000$146/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $539,000-1.8%$146/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $549,000$149/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000+37.6%$149/sqft |
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| 4/2/2021 | Sold | $399,000$108/sqft |
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| 3/9/2021 | Pending sale | $399,000$108/sqft |
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| 3/8/2021 | Contingent | $399,000$108/sqft |
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| 2/21/2021 | Pending sale | $399,000$108/sqft |
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| 6/13/2019 | Price change | $399,000-11.3%$108/sqft |
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| 4/19/2019 | Price change | $450,000-9.8%$122/sqft |
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| 11/13/2018 | Price change | $499,000-4%$136/sqft |
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| 9/17/2018 | Price change | $520,000-4.6%$141/sqft |
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| 8/15/2018 | Price change | $545,000-7.6%$148/sqft |
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| 7/16/2018 | Price change | $590,000-4.1%$160/sqft |
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| 5/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $615,000$167/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,393 +7.1% | $398,800 |
| 2024 | $2,233 | $398,800 |
| 2023 | $2,233 +18.2% | $398,800 +35.1% |
| 2022 | $1,889 -0.8% | $295,200 |
| 2020 | $1,904 +12.2% | $295,200 |
| 2018 | $1,697 | $295,200 |
| 2017 | $1,697 -88.8% | $295,200 |
| 2015 | $15,109 | -- |
| 2014 | $15,109 +1048.9% | $279,800 |
| 2013 | $1,315 | $279,800 |
| 2012 | $1,315 | $279,800 +45.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $192,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $192,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $192,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $192,700 |
| 2006 | $1,021 -44.1% | $192,700 |
| 2005 | $1,828 +62.6% | $192,700 +35.4% |
| 2004 | $1,124 | $142,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 23109
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Thomas Hunter Middle SchoolGrades: 5-7Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Mathews High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Lee-Jackson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mathews
- Middle: Mathews
- 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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- Virginia
- Mathews County
- Mathews
- 23109
- 228 Church St
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