$490,000
SOLD JUL 9, 2025
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,940 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$253 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Transitional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger

About This Home

As of July 2025

Discover the perfect blend of timeless design and modern comfort in this rare midcentury architectural gem. Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Merry Point near the James River and James River Country Club, this fully renovated 3-bed, 3-bath home features expansive windows inviting both nature and abundant light into the interior. Cathedral beam ceilings and hardwood floors throughout the home further enhance the open feel. Kitchen boasts concrete waterfall countertops with modern and functional drawer style cabinets. Enjoy relaxing on the composite deck overlooking your private park-like backyard or take a short stroll down to the neighborhoods private beach. Golf, Tennis, Pickleball and a pool are right around the corner. Two en suite baths and a flex space downstairs offer further possibility. You’ll love living in this turnkey unique midcentury masterpiece!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dana Robbins

BHHS RW Towne Realty Listed on: 06/12/2025

BHHS RW Towne Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Sawyer

CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty

CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,640

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Transitional Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,940 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Hidenwood Elementary School
  • Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School
  • Menchville High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Merry Point Estates Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,640

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • HOA YN: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type - Cross Property: Detached Residential
  • Style: Split-Level, Transitional
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AICUZ - Crash: None
  • AICUZ - Noise: N/A
  • Master Model: No
  • LP/ Sq Ft: 252.06
  • Estimated Year Built: 1955
  • Address Street Name Website: Downing
  • Address Street Num Website: 5
  • Address Website: 5 Downing PL
  • Fence: No
  • Market Time: 6
  • Contingency Exists: Non Contingent
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1955

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Fireplace Gas-natural
  • Fireplaces Number: 1
  • Equipment: Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Sump Pump
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic, Wood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • First Floor Bedroom/Full Bathrooms: No
  • Other Rooms: PBR with Bath
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Stories Number: 2.0000
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1940

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Brick, Wood
  • Fence Description: None
  • Foundation Type: Crawl
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Waterfront Description: Not Waterfront

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc

Utilities

  • Sewer Type: City/County
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Water Type: City/County
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Nat Gas

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hidenwood Elementary
  • Middle School: Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
  • High School: Menchville

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Estimated Acres: 0.2900

Building Info

  • New Construction YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Approx: 3640

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hidenwood Elementary
  • School High School: Menchville
  • Middle School: Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 8, 2025
Sold by
Reed Haley D and Knouse Jared S
Bought by
Libby Dennis M and Libby Stephanie M
Seller's Agent
Dana Robbins
BHHS RW Towne Realty
Buyer's Agent
Judy Sawyer
CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.8%
Views
89

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-32.27%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 24, 2016
Closed on
Nov 10, 2016
Sold by
The Martha T Wineman Trust Dated January
Bought by
Reed Haley D and Knouse Jared S
Seller's Agent
Jules Casey
Liz Moore & Associates-2
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Non-Member
Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$220,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.70%
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $490,000 Old Republic National Title In
Warranty Deed $220,000 Lytle Title & Escrow Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $176,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Sold $490,000 +0.2% $253 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $489,000 -2.0% $252 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $499,000 +126.8% $257 / Sq Ft
11/16/2016 11/16/16 Sold $220,000 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft
08/30/2016 08/30/16 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2016 08/24/16 For Sale $220,000 -- $113 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2024 $3,640 $308,500 $95,200 $213,300
2023 $3,601 $292,700 $95,200 $197,500
2022 $3,452 $275,400 $95,200 $180,200
2021 $3,006 $246,400 $95,200 $151,200
2020 $2,858 $222,200 $85,000 $137,200
2019 $2,737 $214,400 $85,000 $129,400
2018 $2,666 $207,100 $85,000 $122,100
2017 $2,666 $207,100 $85,000 $122,100
2016 $2,662 $207,100 $85,000 $122,100
2015 $2,656 $207,100 $85,000 $122,100
2014 $2,388 $207,100 $85,000 $122,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

MLS Number: 10587822

Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

APN: 236.00-03-20