#VAST2039010, Macy Traber Williams, Listing office: 1st Choice Better Homes & Land, LC
12 Nelson St Fredericksburg, VA 22405
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About 12 Nelson St
The classics endure... * Timeless charm in this brick cape cod with solid oak hardwood floors throughout the main and upper level, set on more than 1/2 acre at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac backing to woods * The best of locations: Historic Ferry Farms subdivision near George Washington's boyhood home, with award-winning Stafford County schools, yet just a stone's throw from the Rappahannock River and downtown Fredericksburg * Dining, shopping, museums, fabulous Farmer's Market, just a great place to live! * Commute or just like to travel? The Fredericksburg Amtrak/Virginia Rail Express station is just 2 miles away * The gardens are worthy of a spread in Better Homes & Gardens, planted with carefully-chosen perennials for year-round color and interest. Fenced side yard with a chicken coop! * In the back, your very own "Secret Garden," lush and private, perfect for an infinity pool, but in the meantime, join the Ferry Farms community pool! * A world away close to everything! * Inside, enter through a gracious foyer with coat closet, to surprisingly large rooms! * Living room with gas fireplace, high-quality trim including built-in shelving, and mantle * An anteroom between the living room, kitchen, and family/sunroom would be perfect for a bar area or mini-library * The family room addition has vaulted ceilings, a casual dining area, updated light fixtures, a pass-through to the kitchen, a french door to the huge back deck, and its own HVAC system with electronic thermostat * The exquisite hand-carved doorway feature is freestanding and can convey, or owner will remove * Off of the kitchen is a delightful breakfast room with a wood-burning fireplace, built-in shelving and a split door with the original, working door bell; have a nice chat with the person delivering your milk or groceries! This door opens to a covered brick terrace and yes, a white picket fence. Bed & Breakfast anyone? * Updated kitchen with granite countertops, brand-new dishwasher and newer stainless appliances including a french-door fridge and double wall ovens. There are two pantry closets and the over-sized Jenn-Air cooktop with downdraft exhaust is in perfect working order and has extra griddle inserts * The enormous dining room has built-in storage cabinets, a bay window, and another split door to the deck. Great circulation for entertaining * The deck has just been restored by a licensed contractor * The main floor also holds a bedroom with a completely renovated full bath en-suite and double closets * Upstairs, primary suite with two closets, one a walk-in, and another completely renovated full bath en-suite * The second bedroom has a walk-in closet with access to storage under the eaves * The third bedroom with built-in desk and enchanting ceiling feature will take you back in time - write the next great American novel from this room with a view! * The upper hallway holds the wonderfully vintage 3rd floor bath with original tile in great condition * Downstairs, the partially finished basement has newer wide-plank laminate flooring and a rec room with built-in storage cabinets. The laundry room has washer and dryer and large utility sink, and there is a spacious storage room * NEW HVAC 2022 with UV filter, and Sani-Dry basement system * The basement walks out to the large back driveway, plenty of room for your guests, RV, or boat, no HOA! * Walls on main and upper levels freshly painted * This home is truly a special and rare find. It is Lot 1, the first home platted in this section of Ferry Farms! A home for today and ages to come...
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Kitchen - Country, Dining Area, Chair Railings, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Garage - Rear Entry, Circular Driveway,Asphalt Driveway, Off Street,Driveway,Attached Garage
- Exterior: Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Heat Pump, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $630,000
- Price/SqFt: $167
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,949
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Private
- Directions: Rte.3 East from Fredericksburg to right on Ferry Rd. to Right on Mt. Vernon Ave. to Right on Nelson to end of cul-de-sac
- Year Built: 1961
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 3,767 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.61 Acres
- MLS Number: VAST2040246
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Holt For Homes, Inc.
- Office Phone: (800) 881-6579
- Listing Agent: Janet L Holt
- Agent Phone: (540) 840-4879
- Agent Email: janet@holtforhomes.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 18, 2014 | Home Sold | $370,000 |
Sep 29, 2003 | Home Sold | $365,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $569,700 | $4,949 |
2023 | $523,800 | $4,949 |
2022 | $523,800 | $3,883 |
2021 | $400,400 | $3,883 |
2020 | $400,400 | $3,883 |
2019 | $361,000 | $3,646 |
2018 | $361,000 | $3,573 |
2017 | $348,200 | $3,447 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Ferry Farm Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•20 Pendleton Rd
3
Hugh Mercer Elementary School
Public District KG-2
2.5 mi
•2100 Cowan Blvd
3
Lafayette Upper Elementary School
Public District 3-5
2.8 mi
•3 Learning Ln
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,943. The majority of Fredericksburg, VA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 12 Nelson St
The listing price of 12 Nelson St property is $630,000.
The property 12 Nelson St is a house located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405.
Active Listing: 12 Nelson St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12 Nelson St are: Ferry Farm Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hugh Mercer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lafayette Upper Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walker-Grant Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Dixon-Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Edward E. Drew Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), James Monroe High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Stafford High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Chancellor High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,949 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 18, 2014 for $370,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 12 Nelson St has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 12 Nelson St is 3,767 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12 Nelson St is 1961.
This home is located at 12 Nelson St in Fredericksburg, VA and zip code 22405 in the Ferry Farms neighborhood. This 3,767 square foot home, which was built in 1961, sits on a 0.61 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $630,000.
Fredericksburg, VA housing market in June 2025 saw over 40 listings sold above listed price, more than 40 sold at listed price and over 27 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Fredericksburg, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 35.4%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $450,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 25 days.