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Comprising two hundred and eighty-six square miles, Essex County, Virginia, has a fabulous location in Northern Neck along the shores of the Rappahannock River. Home to roughly eleven thousand residents, Essex County is only one hundred miles from Washington D.C. and just forty-five miles from Richmond. Additionally, the county is only an hour’s drive from Fredericksburg or Williamsburg. Named after the English county of Essex, the county was established in 1692 and today encompasses a lot of rural pastoral beauty. That said, there is one large town in the county, the county seat Tappahannock.

Tappahannock is a well-established community that started as a seventeenth-century port settlement. Today, the town offers a lot of incredible amenities such as consumer services, lodging, dining, and shopping. Tappahannock is also home to Riverside Hospital, St. Margaret’s girls’ private school, a popular annual event called Riverfest, and a Historical Walking Tour that features numerous seventeenth-to-nineteenth-century buildings. Additionally, Hobbs Hole Golf Course is nearby. Other communities in Essex County include Miller’s Tavern, Dunnsville, Champlain, Center Cross, and Bowler’s Wharf. 

Beyond those charming communities, Essex County is also home to multiple bodies of water, including Piscataway Creek, Occupacia Creek, Mount Landing Creek, Hoskins Creek, and the crown jewel of Essex, the Rappahannock River. The Rappahannock River has miles of waterfront, as well as great fishing, boating, river cruises, lovely beaches, and Essex County vacation homes, as well as permanent residences. Real estate in Essex County also includes waterfront land and waterfront homes in a wide variety of ages, square footage, and architectural styles. The same variety can be found among the inland homes and homesites in Essex County. Moreover, there are many fabulous historic homes in Essex County, as well as farms and acreages. Whichever kinds of Essex County properties most interest you, we would love to assist you with your Essex County homes search so please connect with us as soon as you are able and we will gladly provide you with more detailed information about available properties in Essex County, Virginia, in Northern Neck.

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Newest Essex Homes for Sale

$188,900
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 113436 MLS
Move-in ready 3 Bedroom Ranch with carport on large corner lot in the Town of Tappahannock. Newly painted, new Kitchen floors, refinished hardwood floors, 2 Yr. old siding and windows, 3 yr. old roof & central air unit, fencing in rear yard, room to add a detached garage or plant a big garden. Convenient to all of Town's shops, restaurants, historic downtown with a seasonal monthly Farmer's Market, Town Park, Essex County Museum, Tappahannock Art Gallery, Rappahannock River Valley Wildlife Refuge, marina, public boat ramp, Hobb's Hole Golf Course and VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital. 1 Hr. to Richmond & Fredericksburg & 1.5 Hrs. to D. C. & Williamsburg. Essex Intermediate School is on Marsh Street & Essex County Little League field is at the end of Marsh Street. Town Water & Sewer.

1012 Marsh Street, Tappahannock
$469,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 113428 MLS
You will not want to miss out on this Proposed New Construction, "The River Getaway," located in the River Oaks community. This home will feature 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an open floor plan with kitchen and great room. LVP flooring throughout and tile flooring in the bathrooms and laundry room. The kitchen will feature a large island with maple cabinets, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The home will also feature a 2-car attached garage. You can relax on the covered front porch or on the back screened porch. This home has water access to the Rappahannock River. The community features a sandy beach, boat ramp, dock, and pavilion with picnic area.

South Hill Banks Drive, Center Cross
$218,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113420 MLS
Updated for ease of living and low maintenance, this home in the town of Tappahannock is ready for you. Beautifully updated with a great kitchen/dining combo and open arch flowing into living area. Nice walk-in shower and tile bath. Beautifully landscaped, paved driveway and storage shed totally equipped for hobby shack.

550 Ware Avenue, Tappahannock
$1,200,000
113374 MLS
The "Waller Tract" consisting of 371 acres of a hunters dream with an abundance of ducks, deer, and turkey located throughout the property! With a variety of habitat located throughout the property consisting of approximately 63 acres of 2014 planted Loblolly pines, 130 acres of natural regeneration Loblolly pines and hardwood mix, and the remainder of the property in mature hardwood bottom lands, beaver swamps at the headwaters of MT landing creek, food plots, and road system. The Mt landing creek swamp system on this property consists of multiple beaver dams and pools of water that is amazing habitat for ducks. Ducks that frequent this property consist of Black ducks, Mallards, and wood ducks. There are 4 food plots located on the property ranging from 1 acre in size up to 4 acres. Gobblers and mature bucks frequent these locations. The interior road system is amazing and will lead you throughout the property giving you easy access on ATV's. Entry and exit are easy with two access, first from Mt Landing road accessed by a 50 ft Easement, and from Fernlea road by 16 ft easement. If your looking for an awesome hunting and recreational property look no further!

Mt Landing Road, Tappahannock
$210,000
113354 MLS
GREAT POTENTIAL FOR BUSINESS. ACTUALLY IN THE COUNTY, THIS PROPERTY OFERS A POSSIBILITY OF HOOK-UP TO TOWN WATER AND SEWER TO BE NEGOTIATED BY PURCHASER WITH THE TOWN. MASONITE SIDING

2038 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock
$410,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 113325 MLS
An inviting two-story, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, located in the Hobbs Hole subdivision, this home has a beautiful view overlooking the pond and the 8th, 9th, and 18th holes at Hobbs Hole Golf Course. Exterior details include concrete driveway leading to an attached garage, covered front porch, and wooden deck on rear. The welcoming living room has cathedral ceilings with a gas log fireplace, and open arched pass-throughs into the eat-in kitchen, which includes stainless steel appliances, large pantry, and island with counter-seating. Beyond the kitchen sits a family room/sunroom with vaulted ceilings and panoramic views of the golf course and pond. A half bath and elegant dining room, featuring tray ceilings and hardwood floors, are both located just off the main foyer and living area. The first-floor primary bedroom has vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, full bath with garden tub and shower. There is also an attached garage that leads into the home through a mudroom and laundry room combination. Upstairs offers three additional bedrooms and a full hall bath. Second and third bedrooms are spacious. Convenient to all of the amenities and recreation that Tappahannock has to offer, including multiple grocery stores, specialty shops, restaurants, an historic downtown with museum, library, and public park overlooking the Rappahannock River, a seasonal farmer's market, public boat ramp, marina, and hospital.

171 Mitchell's Lane, Tappahannock
$299,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 113323 MLS
Gwynnfield Subdivision-Attractive Cape Cod with 1512 SF. Spacious living room, dining room combination that adjoins kitchen. Half bath off from foyer and close to kitchen. Primary bedroom with 2 large closets and dual vanity bath on first floor. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms that share a hall bath. Washer/Dryer in bath upstairs. Two car detached garage with automatic garage door openers. Porch on front of house and shaded deck on back. No HOA, however, voluntary $100 per year allows use of community amenities including sand beach, boat ramp, and dock on Rappahannock River. Gwynnfield is a popular golf cart community.

217 Bruce Road, Tappahannock
$474,997
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113290 MLS
This brick rancher is both private and convenient situated at the end of the cul-de-sac on 4 lots and only 10 minutes from all Tappahannock amenities. The property is also located on a man made canal leading to the Rappahannock River and offers views of the Rappahannock as well as beach access. The home is handicapped accessible and features a large sun room and family room with fireplace. The kitchen was remodeled in 2019 including new cabinetry and countertops. A deck overlooking the water fronts an above ground pool. A 48'X40' RV garage / shop with two 12'X12' doors as well as a 12'X14' door and an attached 12' lean-to was constructed in 2008. This a property you must see to appreciate. The air compressor and auto lift in shop are available for sale but do not convey with the real estate. *Owners have made all repairs per a recent home inspection*.

269 Canal Dr, Tappahannock
$950,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113278 MLS
This waterfront home is situated on 3.3 acres with sand beach, pier and 300'+ of frontage on the Rappahannock. The view is both long and wide. Improvements include a 2 car detached garage as well as a 30' X 50' metal pole building with lean-to and car port. The home features a large sunroom facing the River and a porch wrapping around on one side of the house. The eat in kitchen opens to a family room and on to the sunroom offering a wonderful river view the minute you step in the back door. The kitchen features custom hickory cabinetry and new laminate flooring. A laundry/pantry/office adjoins the kitchen. There are spacious formal living and dining rooms with hardwood flooring and a fireplace in the living room. The first floor primary bedroom is spacious with ample closet space and a remodeded bath with low threshold shower. The 2 upstairs bedrooms are large enough to accommdate all the grandkids. This home has undergone serveral renovations and offers comfortable year round living only 1 hour from Richmond. You can work from home with Breezeline high speed internet.

1115 Boaters Way, Dunnsville
$1,099,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 113276 MLS
CHESAPEAKE BAY LUXURY! Just REDUCED! This 90-foot-frontage Rappahannock Riverfront Property offers a RARE combination of history, elegance, charm, & conveniences! The 1929-era charm is evident in its high ceilings, detailed crown molding, & beautiful hardwood floors. The house has been fully renovated, being readily regarded as one of TTown's premier homes. 4 huge BR's (w/ 1 more BR possible) & 3 full baths ensure plenty of space. 1 of the large BR's & combo baths is on the main level! The stunning river views from all bedrooms provide peacefulness & tranquility. The large, 0.6-acre lot offers plenty of space for outdoor entertaining & relaxation, punctuated with an ancient pecan tree, & a white picket fence. The dock with boat/ski lifts makes this property ideal for water sports. The estimated mean water level of 3-4 feet makes it an accessible option for boating, fishing, crabbing, & totally swimmable water (brackish water). The street side greets guests with a white stone circular driveway, extensive landscaping, (watered by sprinkler system), a grand, covered portico entrance, & slate roof, all making for a striking Property. The mile-wide view across the Rappahannock River (on what is known as The Northern Neck) is unobstructed due to the protected Rappahannock River Valley Wildlife Refuge, home to nearly extinct animals, bald eagles, herons, osprey, rabbits, etc.: this wildlife frequently makes interesting visits too! The small town is walkable to businesses or just for strolls. TTown, just abou 2 hours from DC, also has a nearby Hospital & So Much More to Love!

704 Water Lane, Tappahannock
$369,500
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113257 MLS
Back on the Market ! Excellent Location for this 4 bedroom 2 bath home with a fantastic floorplan ! Some highlights include: Tray Ceiling Living Room with Gas logs, Like New Kitchen with plenty of cabinetry, Breakfast nook, nice size Dining Area which opens to the kitchen and living room, a private Master Suite with Huge Walk-in Closet, Large Master Bath with dual sinks, Central Vacuum system, laundry room, 3 guest bedrooms with another full bath, and a very Impressive Sunroom that offers scenic views. Most of the home is freshly painted, there is Brand New Carpet in all bedrooms and Like New vinyl flooring in many of the living areas! There is Ample Storage with a 2 car attached garage and a 1 car detached garage. Plus a large Finished Workshop/hobby room adjoins the detached garage. Other Great exterior features include a paved parking area, Handicap Ramp, nice wooded setting and a 1+ acre parcel. This Home is within a few minutes drive to several restaurants, a hospital, shopping, a public boat ramp, golf and other excellent town amenities that Tappahannock has to offer!! This is a very Nice home in a very prime location that is within an easy commute to Richmond. A Great Value for all that is offered !

693 Meadow Drive, Tappahannock
$499,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113253 MLS
MODEL HOME ALERT UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Hobbs Hole section II located in the heart of Tappahannock at Hobbs Hole Golf Course offers beautiful level lots ready to build your dream home with many golf course view lots available. Homes in this section will feature slab construction one floor living with options on some plans to add rooms on the 2nd floor. If your goal is to get rid of all the stairs at your home this is the option for you! The one level Powell MODEL HOME floor plan features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 2 car attached garage with paved driveway. This open floor plan features the family room, kitchen and dining area all open to each other w/vaulted ceilings. The kitchen has a large island with an open feel w/granite countertops, and pantry.The primary bedroom has attached owners bath with double vanity sinks, stand up tile shower and a huge walk in closet. Also LVP will be included throughout most of the main living areas along with 9ft ceilings. Outside you will find a screen covered porch with double sided fireplace, the other side of the fireplace will be in the family room. Photo's are of RCI Powell Model and not necessarily an exact representation of the Powell listed.

439 HOBB HOLE LANE, Tappahannock
$454,468
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113251 MLS
SPEC HOUSE ALERT UNDER CONSTRUCTION!!!! Hobbs Hole section II located in the heart of Tappahannock at Hobbs Hole Golf Course offers beautiful level lots ready to build your dream home with many golf course view lots available. Homes in this section will feature slab construction one floor living with options on some plans to add rooms on the 2nd floor. If your goal is to get rid of all the stairs at your home this is the option for you! The one level Powell SPEC floor plan features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 2 car attached garage with paved driveway. This open floor plan features the family room, kitchen and dining area all open to each other w/vaulted ceilings. The kitchen has a large island with an open feel w/granite countertops, and pantry. The primary bedroom has attached master bath with double vanity sinks, stand up shower and a huge walk in closet. Structural options available, optional covered porch, optional Florida Room, and optional second floor unfinished room, optional finished bonus room and unfinished storage space. Photo's are of RCI Powell Model and not necessarily an exact representation of the Powell listed.

131 Logan Way, Tappahannock
$358,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113236 MLS
Hobbs Hole section II located in the heart of Tappahannock at Hobbs Hole Golf Course offers beautiful level lots ready to build your dream home with many golf course view lots available. Homes in this section will feature slab construction by RCI BUILDERS one floor living with options on some plans to add rooms on the 2nd floor. If your goal is to get rid of all the stairs at your home this is the option for you! The Bell Creek by RCI BUILDERS, features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car attached garage with paved driveway. Open floor plan, the family room, kitchen and dining area are open to each other, optional vaulted ceilings to give you an even more open feel. The kitchen has a large island, pantry, and a wide open feel! The Primary bedroom has attached bath with double vanity sinks, large stand up shower, and walk in closet. The bell creek also features covered front and rear porches. Photo's are of RCI Bell Creek Model and not necessarily an exact representation of the Bell Creek listed.

56 HOBB HOLE LANE, Tappahannock
$384,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 113157 MLS
Hobbs Hole section II located in the heart of Tappahannock at Hobbs Hole Golf Course offers beautiful level lots ready to build your dream home with many golf course view lots available. Homes in this section will feature slab construction by RCI BUILDERS one floor living with options on some plans to add rooms on the 2nd floor. If your goal is to get rid of all the stairs at your home this is the option for you! The Westport model by RCI BUILDERS will have an awesome open floor plan, 2 car garage with paved driveway and rear covered porch! The dining room, family room and kitchen are wide open to each other, for an even a more open feel the vaulted ceiling option is available. The kitchen will feature a peninsula style with bar overhang, pantry and a wide open feel! The owners suite with come with its own private bath with double vanity, standup shower, and massive walk in closet! Photo's are of RCI Westport Model and not necessarily an exact representation of the Westport listed.

113 Logan Way, Tappahannock