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Waterfront Agricultural Estate Land
For Sale
$1,400,000

1439 North River Road, Bohannon, VA 23056

Large agricultural waterfront holding with a historical homesite, existing cottage, and extensive shoreline for private development.

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size100.00 Acres
Days on Market93

Property Features for 1439 North River Road

General Information

Standard status Active
Lot size 100.00 Acres
Property subtype Vacant Land
Zoning Agricultural and Rural

Amenities

Lot Size Acres: 100
Total Taxes: $5,773, Percentage of Tax that is Deductable: 0
Sale, Sale Type: Foreclosure
Driveway
School District: MATHEWS CO PBLC SCHS
Property Zone Type: 300, River View, Private View, Creek View, Water View, Farm View
Water Source: 150, Utilities: 1
General Outbuilding
Waterfront Property, Creek Waterfront, River Waterfront, Waterfront Beach Rights, Dock Depth: 3ft, Water frontage: 3,200, Body of Water Name: North River
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway
Listed By: Megan Dickerson · License #0225241973
Source: Doyle-realty
Added: Jun 1 Changed: Aug 31 Last Checked: Sep 1 at 5:32PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Offered for sale for the first time in over a century, this approximately 100-acre waterfront property includes a long-established homesite overlooking Cakes Creek, North River, and Mobjack Bay. A late-1800s home was lost to a fire in 2023, and a small cottage believed to date back to the 1950s remains on the property and may be suitable for restoration. The land is split between approximately 65 acres of timber and 35 acres of open fields and cropland. The property also features over 3,200 feet of waterfrontage, including sandy shoreline, a protected cove, a private peninsula, and an existing dock location, along with electric running to the homesite and a newer well pump. Access is provided via a private lane stretching nearly a mile through open fields and towering woods.

Located in Mathews County, Virginia, the site is described as a Chesapeake Bay watershed property with a protected cove setting and varied shoreline configurations. The combination of timber, open ground, and waterfront access supports both farming and fishing use cases, while the historical homesite provides a developed starting point on the peninsula.

Zoned Agricultural and Rural, the property is positioned for a range of country-oriented plans, including a private estate, family compound, equestrian property, hunting retreat, working farm use, or other future subdivision concepts subject to applicable approvals. For buyers seeking a waterfront parcel with an existing homesite and dock location, the mix of open acreage, timber cover, and shoreline access offers flexibility for many long-term uses.

Key Highlights

  • 100‑acre Mathews County, VA waterfront property with 3,200+ ft of shoreline across Cakes Creek, North River, and Mobjack Bay
  • Nearly 1‑mile private lane leading to an original late‑1800s homesite overlooking Cakes Creek, North River, and Mobjack Bay
  • Land mix of approx. 65 acres timber and 35 acres open fields and cropland

Property Analytics

Current Use

Waterfront Land

Suggested Use

Top Pick Garden Center Real Estate Agency

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 23056, VA

425
Population
178
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
61%
College-Educated
100%
High-School Grad
6.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
62
Density / Sq Mi
$104,028
Median Household Income
$344,600
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Waterfront Land - Large agricultural waterfront holding with a historical homesite, existing cottage, and extensive shoreline for private development.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at 1439 North River Road Bohannon, VA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,400,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 100‑acre Mathews County, VA waterfront property with 3,200+ ft of shoreline across Cakes Creek, North River, and Mobjack Bay; Nearly 1‑mile private lane leading to an original late‑1800s homesite overlooking Cakes Creek, North River, and Mobjack Bay; Land mix of approx. 65 acres timber and 35 acres open fields and cropland
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