Welcome to your 6.25-acre sanctuary on the James River in rural Charles City! This riverfront property with approximately 396 feet of shoreline, a private dock and pebble beach at low tide features a spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath main house (2862 sq. ft.) and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) (636 sq. ft.). The ADU, previously a commercial kitchen, has 1-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs and offers a blank canvas on the first floor: create living spaces, an art studio, or workshop. It would make a perfect guest cottage, home office, or short-term rental.
Situated next to VCU Rice Rivers Center, this property offers a private buffer of 248.75 acres to the west and is located on an exclusive road with only 10 private homes. You'll be captivated by the impressive, mature trees and private winding driveway leading to the main house overlooking the James River. The main home, built by the owner in 1984/85 boasts random width hardwood floors, two wood burning fireplaces, a screened porch, river views from every bedroom and a full unfinished basement.
Whether you’re kayaking at sunrise, entertaining on the lawn, or simply enjoying the views, this unique property invites you to embrace the river lifestyle.
Property being sold 'as is'. Whole home inspection completed April 2025 and available for review. The total finished square footage is 3498: main home has 2862 finished and 1360 unfinished in the basement, ADU has 636 finished.
Sold for $950,000
$950,000
4001 Kimages Wharf Rd, Charles City, VA 23030
5beds
3,498sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
6.25 Acres Lot
$969,200 Zestimate®
$272/sqft
$3,854 Estimated rent
Home value
$969,200
Estimated sales range
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Riverfront propertyPrivate dockPebble beachWood burning fireplacesPrivate winding drivewayBlank canvasScreened porch
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Listed by:
Ellie Boyd (804)908-2729,
Long & Foster REALTORS,
Marianne Donahue 804-814-1313,
Long & Foster REALTORS
Bought with:
Wes Estes, 0225054224
RE/MAX Commonwealth
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2522615
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Views of river, en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16.3 x 13.6
Bedroom 2
- Description: Views of river, closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 13.7
Bedroom 3
- Description: Views of river, closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 11.5
Bedroom 4
- Description: Views of river, en-suite bathroom, closet
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 11.4
Bedroom 5
- Description: ADU - flex room with full bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 11.8
Additional room
- Description: Screened in porch
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 20.0
Additional room
- Description: Irregular, loft area, washer/dryer
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 8.5
Additional room
- Description: ADU - previously used as a commercial kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 19.3
Additional room
- Description: ADU - previously used as a commercial kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.5
Foyer
- Description: Recessed lighting, coat closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 10.9
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Shower
- Level: Third
Great room
- Description: Hardwood floors, FP, double doors to screen porch
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.4 x 0.3
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Large, eat-in, FP, door to screened porch
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 30.10 x 13.5
Office
- Description: Random width hardwood floors
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 13.4
Heating
- Geothermal, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Geothermal, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooking, Refrigerator
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Floored,Partially Finished,Walk-In
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,498 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,498
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Stoop
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Waterfront features: River Front, Waterfront
- Body of water: James River
- Frontage length: 396.0000,396.0000
Lot
- Size: 6.25 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 4929
- Zoning description: A1
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Cedar, Drywall
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal,Wood
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Charles City
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Sold | $950,000$272/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2522615 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$272/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000$272/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2522615 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$272/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2522615 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000$272/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2522615 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,729 +4.5% | $685,400 |
| 2023 | $4,524 +11.1% | $685,400 +11.1% |
| 2022 | $4,072 -44.3% | $617,000 +18.5% |
| 2021 | $7,305 | $520,700 -8.8% |
| 2017 | -- | $570,700 |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | $3,200 -6.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,418 | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $380,700 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | $342,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 23030
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Charles City County Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 7 mi
- 1/10Charles City County High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Charles City
- Middle: Charles City
- High: Charles City
Source: CVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Charles City County
- Charles City
- 23030
- 4001 Kimages Wharf Rd
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