Welcome to this charming, well maintained and expanded cottage in the heart of Irvington. All the fine details of living and entertaining at the River have been completed-new kitchen, guest bath, gas fireplace, custom blinds and spectacular gardens to name a few. This home boasts "Fine Paint of Europe" finishes, an excellent outdoor shower and even a wine room in the basement. There are numerous places to view the Creek from porches, decks and Adirondack chairs. The guest house is delightful and private and would also make a great office. Oversized finished 2 car garage with water and with expansion space above. Sited on almost an acre with broad views of Carter Creek this home is convenient to RRYC, Tides Inn, The Steamboat Museum, the seasonal Farmers Market and all the dining and shopping amenities of Irvington. PLUS, it is right on the 4th of July parade route! Get in your golf cart and take it all in! Excellent Breezeline internet service.
The guest house is not included in the finished square feet. See floor plan for details of living space.
Sold for $885,000
$885,000
954 King Carter Dr, Irvington, VA 22480
3beds
2,136sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
0.92 Acres Lot
$931,400 Zestimate®
$414/sqft
$2,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$931,400
$876,000 - $997,000
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Expanded cottageGas fireplaceSteamboat museumGolf cartSpectacular gardensSeasonal farmers marketCustom blinds
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Listed by:
Douglas Dorsey info@srmfre.com,
Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville
Bought with:
Colleen R Shaut, 0225112957
Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville Real Estate
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2409512
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: En-suite, panoramic windows, waterview, CF, CM
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 16.5
Bedroom 2
- Description: double closet, CF w/, Windowseat, CM,
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 12.11
Bedroom 3
- Description: double closet, CF w/, Windowseat, CM
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 12.10
Additional room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 19.7 x 12.7
Additional room
- Description: Cottage Bedroom- full en-suite,
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.4 x 10.2
Additional room
- Description: Cottage Living Room, Ceiling fan, track lighting
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.4 x 12.1
Dining room
- Description: ,Bright corner room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 13.3
Other
- Description: Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Eat-in, quartz countertops
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 13.7
Laundry
- Description: Mud room, exterior access, CM, ceramic tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 5.4
Living room
- Description: Crown Molding, FP, french door to dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 16.8
Sitting room
- Description: Access to deck, waterview! CF,
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.6 x 6.10
Heating
- Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range Hood, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Wet Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Bedroom on Main Level, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Recessed Lighting, Track Lighting, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: Expandable,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Vented
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,136 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,136
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Direct Access, Detached, Finished Garage, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Out Building(s), Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water
- Body of water: Carter Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 33263
- Zoning description: R1
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Irvington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $414/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $419,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,769
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
- Exclusions: see Attachments
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2024 | Sold | $885,000-1.7%$414/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2409512 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2024 | Pending sale | $899,900$421/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2409512 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $899,900+55.2%$421/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2409512 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2020 | Sold | $580,000-3.2%$272/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2019206 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2020 | Pending sale | $599,000$280/sqft |
Source: Bragg & Company #107512 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2020 | Price change | $599,000-2%$280/sqft |
Source: Bragg & Company #107512 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $611,000$286/sqft |
Source: Bragg & Company #107467 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,451 | $627,500 |
| 2024 | $3,451 +30.6% | $627,500 +49.5% |
| 2023 | $2,643 | $419,600 |
| 2022 | $2,643 | $419,600 |
| 2021 | $2,643 | $419,600 |
| 2020 | $2,643 +1946.8% | $419,600 +62.4% |
| 2018 | $129 | $258,300 |
| 2017 | -- | $258,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $258,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $258,300 |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 22480
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lancaster Elementary SchoolGrades: K-7Distance: 4.6 mi
- 3/10Lancaster High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 7.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lancaster
- Middle: Lancaster
- High: Lancaster
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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