$1,299,000
$98K PRICE INCREASE

673 Hicks Wharf Rd Cardinal, VA 23025

Estimated payment $7,089/month

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,656 Sq Ft
$489 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

Built in 1875 and reimagined in 2023, this extraordinary estate blends timeless history with modern elegance. Once the postmaster’s residence, it now presides over 5.02 acres along the coveted East River, with 220 feet of shoreline, deep-water draft, and a private pier. Raised 40 inches on a new foundation, the home was enhanced with two covered waterside porches, perfect for savoring panoramic river views and captivating sunrises. A welcoming entry porch ushers guests into the home with a refined sitting room, one of six spaces graced with gas fireplaces. Detailed wainscoting and moldings highlight the craftsmanship of a complete renovation that included all-new systems, porcelain-tiled baths, and custom finishes. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen impresses with custom cabinetry, expansive quartz countertops, and a grand island with seating for five. Premium appliances include a 48-inch Bertazzoni six-burner cooktop w/griddle, KitchenAid double ovens, two Fisher Paykel dishwashers, and authentic brick flooring. A dining area for eight plus the eat-in island make this an ideal space for entertaining. Completing the main level are two sitting rooms - one opening to the covered porch with sweeping river vistas - a pocket powder room, and a flex room that can serve as a study or bedroom. Upstairs, there are two guest bedrooms and a stylish guest bath. The Primary suite and one of the guest rooms enjoy direct access to the second-floor porch. A rare blend of heritage, craftsmanship, and waterfront luxury, this property is more than a home—it is an enduring lifestyle.

Listing Agent

Andrea Holt

IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate License #0225210003 Listed on: 08/15/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Shelley Ritter

Isabell K. Horsley Real Estate License #0225248398

Map

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,904

Year Built

1875

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Water Body Name: East River
  • Co List Office Mls Id: cbra.120
  • Co List Office Phone: (804) 758-2430
  • Co List Office Mls Id: cbra.446
  • Ownership: Individuals
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: From Gloucester take John Clayton Memorial Highway to a right on N River Rd to a left on Hicks Wharf Rd. Last house on left.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2656.0
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1875

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Ventless
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Clapboard, Drywall, Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Front Porch, Side Porch, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mathews
  • High School: Mathews
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mathews

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: R

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2904.0
  • Tax Lot: 165B
  • Tax Year: 2025

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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 $2,904 $484,000 $248,200 $235,800
2024 $2,710 $484,000 $248,200 $235,800
2023 $2,710 $484,000 $248,200 $235,800
2022 $2,022 $316,000 $238,200 $77,800
2021 $2,038 $316,000 $238,200 $77,800
2020 $2,038 $316,000 $238,200 $77,800
2019 $2,038 $316,000 $238,200 $77,800
2018 $1,817 $316,000 $238,200 $77,800
2017 $1,817 $316,000 $238,200 $77,800
2015 $20,687 $0 $0 $0
2014 $20,687 $383,100 $248,200 $134,900
2013 $1,801 $383,100 $248,200 $134,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/17/2025 08/17/25 For Sale $1,299,000 +8.2% $489 / Sq Ft
08/15/2025 08/15/25 For Sale $1,200,900 +133.2% $452 / Sq Ft
01/31/2023 01/31/23 Sold $515,000 -13.4% $194 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/08/2022 12/08/22 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Price Changed $595,000 -8.3% $224 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 For Sale $648,850 -- $244 / Sq Ft
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Bargain Sale Deed $515,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $795,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2522367

APN: 29-A-165B