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  • Price cut: $25K (8/19)
    $450,000

    3 Ames St, Onancock, VA 23417

    5beds
    4,141sqft
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    $2,638/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    0.73 Acres Lot
    $449,300 Zestimate®
    $109/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Fenced yardOriginal architectural detailsGrand waterfront residenceFlexible floor planSpacious roomsWood floorsMagnificent moldings
    A rare opportunity to restore a grand waterfront residence in the heart of Onancock! The original portion of this historic home dates to the 1800s, offering remarkable character and approximately 4,141 square feet of living space. Inside, you will find magnificent moldings, original architectural details, spacious rooms, wood floors, and five fireplaces throughout the home with one exterior on the deck. The flexible floor plan includes five or more bedrooms, with additional unfinished space on the third floor and above the attached garage providing possibilities for future bedrooms, a studio, home office, or recreation space. Outdoor features include a large deck with an exterior fireplace, a fenced yard, and frontage on picturesque Onancock Creek. The existing dock is in need of repair but offers the potential to restore direct access to the water. The home has a whole house generator for peace of mind. Located within the Town of Onancock, the property is served by public water and sewer and is convenient to the town's shops, restaurants, galleries, theater, and waterfront attractions. With fantastic bones, substantial square footage, historic character, and an exceptional waterfront setting, this property is ready for a buyer with the vision to bring it back to its full potential. Priced to sell at approximately $180,000 below the current county assessment. Property is being sold strictly as-is. Inspections are welcome for informational purposes.
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    Listed by:

    Brittany Bundick 757-829-1588,

    COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY 757-787-1305,

    Anne Kyle Bundick Doughty 757-710-3824,

    COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY

    Source: Eastern Shore AOR,MLS#: 71882MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Dining Room
      Dining room
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Dining Room
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Attic: Storage
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Multi Fireplaces, Living Room, Bedroom
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,141
      • Total interior livable area: 4,141 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage, Two Car
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Porch
      • Fencing: Fenced
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Waterfront
      • Body of water: Onancock Creek
      Lot
      • Size: 0.73 Acres
      • Dimensions: .73
      • Features: .5-.9 acre +/-
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed/Barn
      • Parcel number: 085A2A000007300

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Composition,Metal
      Condition
      • 100 yrs +/-,Fixer
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Onancock
      Location
      • Region: Onancock

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $109/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $520,400
      • Annual tax amount: $2,779
      • Date on market: 7/24/2026

        Estimated market value

        $449,300

        $427,000 - $472,000

        $2,356/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/19/2026Price change$450,000-5.3%$109/sqft
        Source: Eastern Shore AOR #71882 Report a problem
        7/24/2026Listed for sale$475,000+46.2%$115/sqft
        Source: Eastern Shore AOR #71882 Report a problem
        1/11/2017Listing removed$325,000$78/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #44636 Report a problem
        12/1/2016Listed for sale$325,000-13.3%$78/sqft
        Source: COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY #44636 Report a problem
        4/20/2015Listing removed$375,000$91/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #35867 Report a problem
        1/7/2015Listed for sale$375,000$91/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #35867 Report a problem
        11/29/2014Listing removed$375,000$91/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #35867 Report a problem
        7/8/2014Price change$375,000-11.8%$91/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #35867 Report a problem
        4/16/2013Price change$425,000+7.6%$103/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #35867 Report a problem
        1/5/2013Price change$395,000-24.8%$95/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #35867 Report a problem
        12/7/2012Listed for sale$525,000$127/sqft
        Source: COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY #35867 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,779 +10.3%$520,400
        2024$2,519 -6.2%$520,400 +15.3%
        2023$2,686 $451,500
        2022$2,686 +20.6%$451,500 +23.7%
        2021$2,227 $365,100
        2020$2,227 +7%$365,100 +7%
        2019$2,082 0%$341,300
        2018$2,082 -0.7%$341,300 -0.7%
        2017$2,097 $343,800
        2016$2,097 +3.1%$343,800 -2%
        2015$2,034 $350,700
        2014$2,034 $350,700 +7%
        2013$2,034 +17.1%$327,700
        2012$1,737 +9.9%$327,700 -6.7%
        2011$1,580 -1.1%$351,100 -1.1%
        2010$1,597 $354,900
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        Neighborhood: 23417

        Getting around

        48 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        51 / 100
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