1871 E River Rd, Foster, VA, 23056
About This Home
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. SUBJECT TO SHORT SALE APPROVAL
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subType: Farm,Single Family Residence
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Linoleum
- Attic: None
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,246
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,246 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 24A122
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 3.97 Acres
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Drought
- Hurricane
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $758 | $9,096 |
| Home Insurance * | $242 | $2,904 |
| Property Taxes | $74 | $888 |
| Electricity | $202 | $2,433 |
| Total | $1,276 | $15,312 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $150,000 |
| 2026-03-02 | Listed for sale | $224,900 |
| 2025-01-16 | Listing removed | $224,900 |
| 2025-01-14 | Price change | $224,900 |
| 2025-01-14 | Listed for sale | $324,900 |
| 2022-04-29 | Sold | $174,900 |
| 2022-03-29 | Contingent | $174,900 |
| 2022-03-29 | Pending sale | $174,900 |
| 2021-12-28 | Price change | $174,900 |
| 2021-11-05 | Listed for sale | $189,900 |
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