Fixer-upper farmhouse on acreage! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath country farmhouse sits on approximately 3.97 acres in the desirable Foster area of Mathews County, offering endless potential for renovation, investment, or a rural homestead. Featuring a traditional farmhouse layout and peaceful setting, this property is ideal for buyers seeking privacy, land, and the opportunity to restore a classic home. Plenty of space for gardening, outdoor projects, or simply enjoying quiet country living. Home requires repairs and updates and is priced to sell accordingly.
For sale
$224,900
1871 E River Rd, Foster, VA 23056
2beds
1,246sqft
Est.:
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3.97 Acres Lot
$221,500 Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 8 days |
- 357 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 01, 2026 at 09:30pm
Listed by:
Linda Collier 804-986-4405,
Hogge Real Estate Inc,
Wendy F Hogge 804-815-2355,
Hogge Real Estate Inc
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR,MLS#: 202600238Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
- Has basement: No
- Attic: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,246 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,246
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3.97 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 24A122
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Foster
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $143,500
- Annual tax amount: $861
- Date on market: 3/1/2026
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Estimated market value
$221,500
$210,000 - $233,000
$1,993/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $224,900$180/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202600238 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2025 | Listing removed | $224,900$180/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2500655 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2025 | Price change | $224,900-30.8%$180/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2500655 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $324,900+85.8%$261/sqft |
Source:  WMLS #2500070 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2022 | Sold | $174,900$140/sqft |
Source: WMLS #2104509 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2022 | Contingent | $174,900$140/sqft |
Source:  REIN Inc. #10409939 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2022 | Pending sale | $174,900$140/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2133697 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2021 | Price change | $174,900-7.9%$140/sqft |
Source: REIN Inc. #10409939 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $189,900$152/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2133697 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $861 +7.1% | $143,500 |
| 2024 | $804 | $143,500 |
| 2023 | $804 +28.5% | $143,500 +46.9% |
| 2022 | $625 -0.8% | $97,700 |
| 2020 | $630 +12.2% | $97,700 |
| 2018 | $562 | $97,700 |
| 2017 | $562 -90.7% | $97,700 |
| 2015 | $6,021 | -- |
| 2014 | $6,021 +1079.6% | $111,500 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $510 | $108,600 |
| 2012 | $510 | $108,600 +103% |
| 2010 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2006 | $284 -38.2% | $53,500 |
| 2005 | $459 +49.4% | $53,500 +37.5% |
| 2004 | $307 | $38,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,239/mo
Principal & interest
$1160
Property taxes
$79
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 23056
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lee-Jackson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.8 mi
- 5/10Thomas Hunter Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 5/10Mathews High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lee Jackson
- Middle: Thomas Hunter
- High: Mathews
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Local experts in 23056
