Perched high above Market Street in downtown Onancock, this gracious grand dame—circa 1917 according to tax records—blends timeless character with modern comfort. Offering five bedrooms and two baths, the home showcases classic architectural details throughout, including 10-foot ceilings that create an airy sense of space and elegance in every room. The inviting living room features a gas log fireplace and pocket doors that open to the formal dining room, perfect for entertaining. The updated kitchen is equipped with modern appliances and designed for today's lifestyle. At the rear of the home, a comfortable family room overlooks the expansive yard, which also enjoys access from King Street. Outside, the full-size swimming pool is privately framed by mature landscaping, creating a serene retreat in the heart of town.
Sold for $795,000
$795,000
5 Market St, Onancock, VA 23417
4beds
2,936sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
0.5 Acres Lot
$797,400 Zestimate®
$271/sqft
$2,200 Estimated rent
Home value
$797,400
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Gas log fireplaceFull-size swimming poolAccess from king streetClassic architectural details throughoutExpansive yardFive bedroomsTwo baths
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jean Didaniele 757-709-2292,
COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY
Bought with:
Anne Kyle Bundick Doughty, 0225102726
COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY
Source: Eastern Shore AOR,MLS#: 71503
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Dining Room
Dining room
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Dining Room
Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced Air, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments, Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: Yes
- Attic: Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One Fireplace, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,936
- Total interior livable area: 2,936 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage, One Car, Detached, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Body of water: Onancock Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: .5
- Features: .5-.9 acre +/-
Details
- Parcel number: 085A1A000003600
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- 50-100 yrs +/-
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Onancock
Location
- Region: Onancock
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $271/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $431,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,305
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Sold | $795,000-0.6%$271/sqft |
Source:  Eastern Shore AOR #71503 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Pending sale | $800,000$272/sqft |
Source: Eastern Shore AOR #71503 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $800,000+101.5%$272/sqft |
Source: Eastern Shore AOR #71503 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2012 | Listing removed | $397,000$135/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #31908 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2012 | Price change | $397,000-7.5%$135/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #31908 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2012 | Price change | $429,000-4.5%$146/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #31908 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $449,100$153/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY #31908 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2011 | Listing removed | $449,100$153/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty #31908 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $449,100$153/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER HARBOUR REALTY #31908 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,305 +10.3% | $431,700 |
| 2024 | $2,089 -5.7% | $431,700 +15.9% |
| 2023 | $2,216 -5.2% | $372,500 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $2,338 +20.2% | $393,000 +23.2% |
| 2021 | $1,945 | $318,900 |
| 2020 | $1,945 +7% | $318,900 +7% |
| 2019 | $1,818 0% | $298,100 |
| 2018 | $1,818 +9.4% | $298,100 +9.4% |
| 2017 | $1,663 | $272,600 |
| 2016 | $1,663 +2.2% | $272,600 -2.8% |
| 2015 | $1,627 | $280,500 |
| 2014 | $1,627 | $280,500 +12.4% |
| 2013 | $1,627 +23% | $249,600 |
| 2012 | $1,323 +10.8% | $249,600 -5.9% |
| 2011 | $1,193 | $265,200 |
| 2010 | $1,193 | $265,200 |
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Neighborhood: 23417
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