131 3rd St Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Estimated payment $3,573/month
Highlights
- Water Oriented
- No HOA
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
Historic Colonial Beach Property with Modern Upgrades & Exceptional Income Potential Originally built as a boarding house, this beautifully renovated 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath home offers a perfect blend of history, scale, and functionality just 1.5 blocks from the Potomac River and a private sandy beach at the end of 3rd Street. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features a stunning kitchen with a wide picture window, floating shelves, and designer tile flooring—creating a space that feels both open and elevated. Keeping with the charm the main level maintains it's original restored hardwood floors. All bathrooms have been fully renovated with clean, modern finishes, allowing for a true move-in ready experience. With six bedrooms and five and a half baths, the layout is ideal for accommodating multiple guests or creating distinct living areas. The second-floor kitchenette adds an extra layer of flexibility—perfect for extended stays, multi-generational use, or maximizing rental configurations. The home’s history as a boarding house naturally lends itself to short-term rental success, offering the kind of space and layout today’s buyers are actively seeking. With proximity to the beach, ample sleeping capacity, and multiple gathering areas, this property is well-positioned for vacation rental income, group stays, or a hybrid personal-use investment. Outside, the large covered front porch invites you to slow down and enjoy the river setting, while the nearby beach access makes it easy to spend your days by the water and your evenings entertaining. Located in the heart of Colonial Beach, you’re just minutes from the boardwalk, restaurants, shops, and all the charm this golf cart–friendly town is known for. Highlights:
• 6 Bedrooms | 5.5 Baths
• Originally a boarding house with incredible character
• Fully renovated throughout
• Stunning kitchen with floating shelves & designer tile
• All bathrooms updated
• Second-floor kitchenette for flexible living or rental use
• Strong short-term rental / investment potential
• Large covered front porch
• 1.5 blocks to the Potomac River
• Private sandy beach access at the end of 3rd St Opportunities like this are rare—whether you’re looking for a spacious coastal home, an income-producing property, or both, this one checks all the boxes.
Listing Agent
(540) 469-4300 kbreen@coldwellbanker.com Coldwell Banker Elite Brokerage Phone: 5404694300 Listed on: 03/17/2026
Co-Listing Agent
(804) 224-3501 kbreen@coldwellbanker.com Coldwell Banker Elite Brokerage Phone: 5404694300 License #0225220941
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,257
Year Built
- Built in 1920 | Remodeled in 2025
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Crawl Space
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
- 3 Driveway Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Water Oriented
- River Nearby
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Classic Shores Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 27
- Assessor Parcel Number 3A3 112C 26
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $790 | $188,100 | $47,500 | $140,600 |
| 2024 | $790 | $188,100 | $47,500 | $140,600 |
| 2023 | $752 | $188,100 | $47,500 | $140,600 |
| 2022 | $752 | $188,100 | $47,500 | $140,600 |
| 2021 | $737 | $159,300 | $47,500 | $111,800 |
| 2020 | $749 | $159,300 | $47,500 | $111,800 |
| 2018 | $637 | $159,300 | $47,500 | $111,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $159,300 | $47,500 | $111,800 |
| 2016 | $621 | $159,300 | $47,500 | $111,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $170,600 | $47,500 | $123,100 |
| 2014 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $170,600 | $47,500 | $123,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/17/2026 03/17/26 | For Sale | $634,000 | -- | $239 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAWE2010678
APN: 3A3-112C-26
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