Nestled in historic Yorktown, this charming cottage blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen has been updated with new granite countertops, a new sink, and new luxury vinyl tile flooring, adding a modern touch while maintaining the home’s classic appeal. Recent improvements also include new siding, new windows, an encapsulated crawl space, and a brand-new tankless water heater for added efficiency. Mini-split systems in all bedrooms and the kitchen provide comfortable, year-round climate control. Located on the bluff and just minutes from Yorktown Beach and the York River, this home offers close proximity to historic sites, museums, and waterfront attractions. Whether enjoyed as a personal retreat or an investment opportunity, this Yorktown cottage delivers charm, updates, and an unbeatable location.
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$455,000
230 Nelson St, Yorktown, VA 23690
3beds
1,297sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$455,300 Zestimate®
$351/sqft
$1,864 Estimated rent
Home value
$455,300
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Located on the bluffHigh ceilingsNew granite countertopsNew windowsNew sidingHardwood floorsWarm inviting atmosphere
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Listed by:
Alec Kantor,
United Atlantic Realty 757-340-6022
Bought with:
Sarah Rubenstein
CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10614471
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Office/Study, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,297 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: P11b25674344
- Zoning: YVA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Yorktown Township
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Yorktown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $351/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $340,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,522
- Date on market: 1/1/2026
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,659 +5.4% | $340,900 |
| 2024 | $2,523 +14.8% | $340,900 +19.4% |
| 2023 | $2,198 -1.3% | $285,400 |
| 2022 | $2,226 +2.3% | $285,400 +4.2% |
| 2021 | $2,177 | $273,800 |
| 2020 | $2,177 -10.3% | $273,800 -10.3% |
| 2019 | $2,426 | $305,200 |
| 2018 | $2,426 | $305,200 +1.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $300,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $300,700 +2.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $293,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $293,000 -3% |
| 2013 | -- | $302,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $302,100 -0.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $304,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $304,600 +10.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $276,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $276,500 +33.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $207,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $207,600 +29.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $160,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $160,100 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 23690
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Yorktown Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Yorktown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10York High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Yorktown Elementary
- Middle: Yorktown Middle
- High: York
Source: REIN Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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