4521 Free School Rd, Gloucester, VA, 23061
About This Home
"Free School Farm" is located on over 14 acres on a private peninsula with extensive water frontage on the beautiful Severn River with southern views is a sirine and unique place - well worth the visit. When you come here you want to stay awhile. The home features a Carport, large parking area and a back up generator. There is a shed and we raise chickens here. This is also a horse farm. Beatiful Riding trails and a riding/training rink. Large Barn and stalls. The home features a large and beautiful Stone Fireplace with woodstove that is great for warming the home. There is a vaulted ceiling with appealing wood beams overhead. The dining room looks out of a picture window to the backyard and the farm. There are oak cabinets in the kitchen and granite countertops. On the 2nd Floor there is a guest/Office room with very large walk in closet (over the top size!!) Features include 2 zone heatpump, insulated crawl space, Water Filtration System, Architectural shingles and 2 waterside porches.There are 2 more septic locations on the property and another private waterfront point where another home and/or guesthome can be built. This is an awesome property. A Must See! Call for your Private Appointment today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Drywall,Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Additional Room
- Level: Second
Additional Room
- Level: Second
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Exhaust Fan,Electric Cooking,Electric Water Heater,Freezer,Refrigerator,Stove,Water Softener,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Beamed Ceilings,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Bedroom on Main Level,Bay Window,Ceiling Fan(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Dining Area,Double Vanity,Fireplace,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Main Level Primary,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: Insulated Doors
- Window features: Thermal Windows
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone,Wood Burning,Insert
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,273
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,273 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 8557
- Zoning description: RESI
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horse amenities: Stable(s)
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Lift,Dock,Lighting,Porch
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek,Navigable Water,Boat Ramp/Lift Access,Waterfront
- Waterbody name: Severn River
- Frontage length: 1400.0000,1400.0000
- Topography of land: Level
- Residential vegetation: Mixed
Lot
- Lot size: 14.11 Acres
- Features: Buildable,Pasture,Waterfront,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Covered,Carport,Parking Lot
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
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
- Drought
- Strong Wind
- 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 | $4,700 | $56,400 |
| Home Insurance * | $415 | $4,980 |
| Property Taxes | $486 | $5,832 |
| Electricity | $218 | $2,627 |
| Total | $5,819 | $69,828 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-09 | Listed for sale | $929,500 |
| 2021-09-11 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-08-07 | Listed for sale | $699,999 |
| 2017-06-30 | Sold | $420,000 |
| 2017-01-30 | Listed for sale | $439,900 |
| 2016-06-01 | Listing removed | $385,000 |
| 2016-05-02 | Price change | $385,000 |
| 2014-04-01 | Price change | $449,900 |
| 2012-04-06 | Price change | $499,000 |
| 2011-10-26 | Price change | $575,000 |
| 2010-11-07 | Listed for sale | $649,900 |
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