$274,900

18 Turtle St Gum Spring, VA 23065

Estimated payment $1,511/month

Total Views 14
1 Bed
1 Bath
672 Sq Ft
$409 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • 292 Feet of Waterfront
  • Beach
  • Jouett Elementary School Rated A-
  • Boat Ramp
  • Private Beach

About This Home

NESTLED IN THE SERENE ORCHID LAKE ESTATES, THIS CHARMING RANCH-STYLE HOME OFFERS A PERFECT BLEND OF COMFORT AND MODERN LIVING. WITH 1 BEDROOM AND 1 BATH, THE OPEN FLOOR PLAN INVITES WARMTH, FEATURING QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS AND RECESSED LIGHTING IN THE EAT-IN KITCHEN. ENJOY COZY EVENINGS IN THE SPACIOUS LIVING AREA ADORNED WITH LVP FLOORING AND A CEILING FAN FOR ADDED COMFORT. STEP OUTSIDE TO A PICTURESQUE 1.11-ACRE (3 COMBINED LOTS), BACKING TO LUSH TREES AND OFFERING STUNNING VIEWS OF ORCHID LAKE, JUST STEPS AWAY. THIS PROPERTY BOASTS PRIVATE WATER ACCESS FOR FISHING, KAYAKING, AND LEISURELY BOATING ON THE 8.5-ACRE LAKE. THE GRAVEL DRIVEWAY ACCOMMODATES UP TO FIVE VEHICLES, ENSURING AMPLE PARKING FOR GUESTS. RECENT RENOVATIONS IN 2025 ENHANCE THE HOME'S APPEAL, WHILE THE COMMUNITY PROVIDES A PEACEFUL ATMOSPHERE WITH COMMON AREA MAINTENANCE INCLUDED IN THE ASSOCIATION FEE. EXPERIENCE THE TRANQUILITY OF LAKESIDE LIVING, OR A PLACE FOR WEEKEND GETAWAYS, COMPLEMENTED BY NEARBY AMENITIES THAT MAKE THIS PROPERTY A TRUE GEM. SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT TO SEE THIS RARE LAKESIDE OPPORTUNITY!

Listing Agent

Alex Belcher

(540) 300-9669 Alex@belcherrealestateva.com Belcher Real Estate, LLC. Listed on: 12/08/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $648

Year Built

  • Built in 1970 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

  • 1.11 Acre Lot
  • 292 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Private Beach
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • INCLUDED IN THIS SALE ARE: Sqft part of total. 96A 1 F 8 (.52 Acres- Drainfield located here) 96A 1 F 10 (.26 Acres)
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R-2

HOA Fees

  • $15 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Sliding Windows
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Lake Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 5 Parking Spaces
  • 5 Driveway Spaces
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • Property is near a lake
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Swimming Allowed
  • Powered Boats Permitted
  • Lake Privileges
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • Jouett Elementary School
  • Louisa County Middle School
  • Louisa County High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9,8, AND 10
  • Assessor Parcel Number 96A 1 F 9, 8, & 10

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Orchid Estates HOA
  • Orchid Lake Estates Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Common Area

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Beach
  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$648

Year Built

Built in 1970 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$15 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Year Renovated: 2025
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
  • Window Features: Sliding, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Six Panel
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Full Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 948
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 672
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 409.08
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 672
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 276
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Private Beach
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • View: Lake, Water
  • Water Access Features: Private Access, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Swimming Allowed
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: Lake
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 292

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 184.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Beach, Boat Ramp, Common Grounds, Lake, Picnic Area, Water/Lake Privileges
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Name: ORCHID ESTATES
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: JOUETT
  • High School: LOUISA COUNTY
  • Middle Or Junior School: LOUISA COUNTY

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Additional Parcels Description: INCLUDED IN THIS SALE ARE: Sqft part of total. 96A 1 F 8 (.52 Acres- Drainfield located here) 96A 1 F 10 (.26 Acres)
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Fishing Available
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.11
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 48351.60
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: R-2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 648.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 96A 1 F 9, 8, & 10
  • Tax Lot: 9,8, AND 10
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOUISA COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $648 $73,100 $12,400 $60,700
2024 $648 $90,000 $10,800 $79,200
2023 $583 $85,300 $12,000 $73,300
2022 $535 $74,300 $11,000 $63,300
2021 $319 $65,500 $10,000 $55,500
2020 $433 $60,200 $10,000 $50,200
2019 $416 $57,800 $10,000 $47,800
2018 $384 $53,400 $8,000 $45,400
2017 $348 $49,600 $7,600 $42,000
2016 $348 $48,400 $7,600 $40,800
2015 $346 $48,000 $7,600 $40,400
2013 -- $45,800 $8,000 $37,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/08/2025 12/08/25 For Sale $274,900 -- $409 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Commissioners Deed $115,000 None Listed On Document
Commissioners Deed $115,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VALA2008988

Bright MLS

APN: 96A-1-F-9

Virginia Louisa County Gum Spring 23065

18 Turtle St, Gum Spring, VA

For Sale

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