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Coastal-living along the East River
Mathews is as far east you can go along the aptly named East River before encountering the Chesapeake Bay. It’s one of the many peninsulas jutting away from Gloucester, but it’s unique in two ways: first, it has Gwynn Island hovering around the north end, and second, New Point Comfort Lighthouse sits on the southern tip, near a nature preserve. Without a doubt, this is a coastal community with a secluded rural aspect, dotted with outdoor recreation opportunities. “There’s lots of acreage, but keep in mind that the tradeoff is you’ll have to drive to reach what’s considered a common amenity nowadays,” says David Tortolini, a Realtor with eXp Realty. “You’re not going to wake up and just dip over to Starbucks.”
Mathews also offers quiet neighborhoods along the water edges for residents.
Signage with written local history can be found along the downtown streets of Mathews.
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Cast a line or collect seashells at Haven Beach
Two beaches on the east end attract a lot of attention. Haven Beach, as the name suggests, is a quiet place. There aren’t many big waves. Visitors show up to fish, collect shells and swim. The drive there is also part of the experience, with beach grasses that exceed the height of approaching cars. Bethel Beach is considered more of a scenic spot: locals prefer to watch the sunset here or listen to the lapping waves, rather than swim. The Bethel Beach Natural Preserve is attached, which also brings out birding enthusiasts. Another destination frequented by wildlife enthusiasts is the New Point Comfort Natural Area Preserve, which is in the path of migratory birds.
Relax at Haven Beach within the Mathews community.
It's not hard to find Gwynn's Island homes that flow along the Chesapeake Bay beaches.
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Traditional Colonials, Cape Cods and coastal cottages
Home prices range from the $300,000s up to $700,000. Colonial styles are prominent here, owing to the historic atmosphere pervading Mathews. It’s not uncommon to have multiple acres of land as part of the lot. Beachfront homes are frequently seen as well, given the amount of coastline in Mathews. These may have hints of Cape Cod style or pops of bold color like turquoise. Some outlying properties do reach into the million-dollar range, for those who want more of an estate lifestyle. It’s common for historic properties from the late 19th century to be the spotlight of such properties.
Mathews beach offers unique coastal homes varying in color.
Cape Cod architecture drapes a lot of the Mathews landscape.
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Live music and local food at Gwynn's Island Festival
One of the most popular events of the year happens the last weekend of June: the Gwynn's Island Festival. As a free admission event, people of all ages come out to eat local food, enjoy live music and buy arts and crafts. In early December, the Mathews Historical Museum hosts the annual Christmas Bazaar, where local artisans are on hand to discuss their wares.
Local eateries and grocery shopping at nearby Food Lion
Richardson’s Café in downtown Mathews is a community anchor. The décor inside presents an old school diner, complete with booths and a lunch counter. Sandwiches, burgers and seafood fill out the menu. Most residents grab their groceries nearby at Food Lion. For a fun shopping experience, Etc. Vintage on Buckley Road is a prime place to pick through gems of yesteryear.
Downtown Mathews provides opportunities to pick up groceries at Food Lion.
Visit Etc. Vintage on Buckley Hall Road for cute vintage finds within the community.
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Education at Mathews County Public Schools
Mathews Elementary has a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio and serves over 300 students. Thomas Hunter Middle has a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio, and receives a B from Niche in the diversity category. Mathews High has a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio, and earns a B-minus in academics. Students report being satisfied with the school’s well-organized extracurricular clubs, like the Future Business Leaders of America.
Mathews Elementary has over 300 students in grades PK and K-4.
Thomas Hunter Middle School has over 200 students in grades 5-8.
Mathews High School scores an overall grade of B- from Niche.
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Transportation around Mathews
Mathews is too remote and spread out for public buses, so it’s essential to have a car here. Route 14 is the closest road that could be considered a major thoroughfare: it runs along the west end, into downtown Mathews where residents can access commercial amenities.
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On average, homes in Mathews, VA sell after 143 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Mathews, VA over the last 12 months is $315,000, down 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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