1871 E River Rd, Foster, VA 23056
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FOR SALE
3.97 ACRES

$150,000

Original price: $224,900
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,246 sqft (on 3.97 acres)

1871 E River Rd, Foster, VA 23056

Est. Mortgage $928/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1910
3.97 acre lot
$120/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1871 E River Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

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
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Linda Collier, (804) 986-4405
Hogge Real Estate Inc, (804) 693-5410
Wendy F Hogge, (804) 815-2355
Hogge Real Estate Inc, (804) 693-5410
Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR, MLS#202600238
Also Listed on Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR.

Home Details for 1871 E River Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1246 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1246 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Farm, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Farmhouse
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 24A122

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $150,000Price Per Sqft: $120
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: FosterCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: Lee JacksonJr High / Middle School: Thomas HunterHigh School: Mathews

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 202600238

HOA

Association for this Listing: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.97 Acres

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Individuals

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 202600238Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttic: NoneAttribution Contact: 804-986-4405Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1246Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-51115-N-24A122-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 155

Around this home

What Locals Say about Gloucester

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 87 % Say it's quiet

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 79 % Say there's wildlife

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say there are community events

  • 22 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 18 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 13 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 10 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "Great vacation home location and very safe and convenient to major regional cities. Being on the water is a major plus. "
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    "I work from home mostly but when I have to commute, traffic is not an issue most of the time. There’s only one main highway that runs through Gloucester county. When there are backups, back roads can be used."
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  • Elizabeth
    "A lot of like minded people that are kind but not nice, stressful schools that look out for their teachers more than the students. Lived here all my life and look forward to leaving. "
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    "There are no public doggie parks and I only know of one neighborhood with a doggie park. We do have two rather large pet stores and many of the county events are pet friendly."
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    "we have you're a wonderful neighborhood great playground area we are in a place where we feel safe kids play outside we absolutely have no ugliness going on around us people take care of their their lawns. in short, this is a great place to live"
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  • Dawn S.
    "The commute is fine if you don’t mine bridge openings. You must have a car & don’t mind paying tolls to come into Gloucester. Otherwise, I love living here."
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  • Renee M.
    "I have lived here for about 3 years and we have a great community with a community pier, pavilion, dock, and a loading ramp for boats. "
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    "I live in the courthouse area and it is close to everything. I can walk to places to eat, my Dr. office, ect. Shopping center is close by."
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  • Mnpryor
    "There aren’t any walking areas and since it’s near the woods there is a high chance of ticks. Plus many of the yards aren’t fenced in and lead right on to the road "
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    "I live in the country so Bellamy is threw the woods there are no sidewalks but Gloucester courthouse is not far and it's very nice to walk there "
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Market trends in Gloucester

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$371K
$6.7KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$232
$2MoM
Available listings
96
10MoM

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
341 Cardinal Rd, Cardinal, VA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$220,000
05/20/26
2
1
768
9 Greene Rd, Mathews, VA
1.33
Single-Family Home
$249,500
07/29/26
2
1
900
250 Baby Ln, Mathews, VA
1.08
Single-Family Home
$330,000
07/09/26
3
1.5
1,872
448 Sandberg Ln, Cardinal, VA
0.78
Single-Family Home
$699,000
03/26/26
3
3
2,179
302 Sandberg Ln, Cardinal, VA
0.88
Single-Family Home
$270,000
06/02/26
3
2.5
2,855
3610 N River Rd, Cardinal, VA
1.54
Single-Family Home
$576,000
04/07/26
3
2.5
2,048
1675 Daniel Ave, North, VA
1.77
Single-Family Home
$270,000
07/31/26
3
1.5
984
68 Preston Point Rd, Mathews, VA
0.95
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
04/21/26
5
6
4,300

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
166 Brittany Ln, Foster, VA 23056
0.13
$247,400
3
1
1,436
Off Market
24 83 #A, Cardinal, VA 23025
0.36
-
-
-
-
Off Market
2270 E River Rd, Foster, VA 23056
0.47
-
-
-
-
Off Market
341 Cardinal Rd, Cardinal, VA 23025
0.56
$220,000
2
1
768
Recently Sold
N River Rd, North, VA 23128
0.62
-
-
-
-
Off Market
448 Sandberg Ln, Cardinal, VA 23025
0.78
$699,000
3
3
2,179
Recently Sold
302 Sandberg Ln, Cardinal, VA 23025
0.88
$270,000
3
2.5
2,855
Recently Sold
386 Sandberg Ln, Cardinal, VA 23025
0.88
$1,072,600
3
3.5
2,292
Off Market
68 Preston Point Rd, Mathews, VA 23109
0.95
$1,900,000
5
6
4,300
Recently Sold
5 Pintail Cove Ln N, Foster, VA 23056
0.98
$225,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
275 Providence Rd, Cardinal, VA 23025
0.98
$199,400
3
2
1,624
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 3, 2026
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202600238
PriceChange
$150,000
Price decreased by 33%
Mar 2, 2026
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #202600238
Listed For Sale
$224,900
Jan 16, 2025
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2500655
ListingRemoved
$224,900
Jan 14, 2025
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2500655
PriceChange
$224,900
Price decreased by 31%
Jan 14, 2025
Source: WMLS #2500070
Listed For Sale
$324,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Linda Collier, Hogge Real Estate Inc, (804) 693-5410
Agent Phone: (804) 986-4405
All or a portion of the multiple Listing information is provided by the CBRAR Property Services, Inc. Multiple Listing Service, from a copyrighted compilation of Listings. All CBRAR MLS information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. The compilation of Listings and each individual Listing are ©2026 CBRAR Property Services, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Frequently asked questions about 1871 E River Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1871 E River Rd?
    Based on a $150,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1871 E River Rd in Foster, VA is approximately $938 (about $810 principal & interest, $53 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1871 E River Rd compare to homes in Foster?
    1871 E River Rd in Foster, VA is listed at $150,000, about 60% below the $371K median sale price in Foster.
  • What do residents say about Foster?
    Residents describe Foster, VA as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Foster, VA.
  • What are the closest schools to 1871 E River Rd?
    The closest schools to 1871 E River Rd in Foster, VA are Lee-Jackson Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Mathews High School (Middle, rated 4/10), Thomas Hunter Middle School (Elementary, rated 5/10).
  • Does 1871 E River Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1871 E River Rd in Foster, VA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1871 E River Rd?
    The lot at 1871 E River Rd in Foster, VA is about 4 acres.
1871 E River Rd, Foster, VA 23056 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,246 sqft single-family home built in 1910. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR on Feb 23, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 202600238.