185 Marlin Pl, Heathsville, VA, 22473
About This Home
Imagine breathtaking wide-water views across protected Cranes Creek stretching out to the Chesapeake Bay, glowing sunrises, & quick boating & fishing adventures right from your backyard. This is the waterfront lifestyle so many dream about. Designed for those who truly love life on the water, this property features a protected pier with an 8,000-pound boat lift & a jet ski lift, with some of the Bay’s best fishing just minutes away. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with a spacious 40' x 26' composite deck that is ideal for entertaining, relaxing in the sun, or even recreating the previous owners’ pool within the deck design. The property also offers a detached 3-bay garage complete with a bathroom, plus a fantastic side screened porch with a sink that is perfect for crab feasts & easy waterfront gatherings. Inside, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home was thoughtfully designed to capture the views while offering generous living spaces throughout. With 9' ceilings & an airy layout, the main level includes a family room, a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, a wonderful sunroom, a large kitchen with table space, a laundry room, & a private primary ensuite bedroom. Upstairs, there are 2 additional bedrooms, each with access to a bathroom, a waterfront office, & a huge rec room with a wet bar & incredible views. Whether you are hosting a crowd or simply enjoying a quiet morning by the water, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, space, & waterfront fun. This is a place where everyone will want to gather. (SOLD FURNISHED)
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 2005
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Drywall,Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Water Heater,Gas Cooking,Microwave,Refrigerator
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Breakfast Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Double Vanity,Eat-in Kitchen,Fireplace,High Ceilings,Laminate Counters,Main Level Primary,Pantry,Skylights,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: Sliding Doors
- Window features: Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Bamboo,Carpet,Vinyl,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,526
Half Bath
- Level: First
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,526 sqft
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: MARLINVILLE SUB LOT 6, Tax Map #: 448006, DB522
- Zoning description: R1
- Other equipment: Generator
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Other,Pool
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Boat Lift,Deck,Dock
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek,Dock Access,Mooring,Bulkhead,Boat Ramp/Lift Access,Waterfront
- Waterbody name: Cranes Creek
- Frontage length: 500.0000,500.0000
- Topography of land: Level
Lot
- Lot size: 1.89 Acres
- Features: Dead End,Waterfront,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached,Detached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
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
- Strong Wind
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- 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 | $6,447 | $77,364 |
| Home Insurance * | $814 | $9,768 |
| Property Taxes | $816 | $9,792 |
| Electricity | $339 | $4,075 |
| Total | $8,416 | $100,992 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-19 | Listed for sale | $1,475,000 |
| 2022-09-09 | Sold | $885,000 |
| 2022-08-08 | Pending sale | $895,000 |
| 2022-07-28 | Listed for sale | $895,000 |
| 2022-07-22 | Pending sale | $895,000 |
| 2022-07-02 | Listed for sale | $895,000 |
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