12 NELSON STREET, FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22405

$630,000

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… Read More 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... Read Less

Courtesy of Janet Holt, Holt For Homes, Inc. [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 6, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

3,767

Lot Size

0.61 Acres

Year Built

1961

MLS Number

VAST2040246

Additional Details

Basement

Full, Outside Entrance, Connecting Stairway, Partially Finished

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven - Wall, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave

Building

3,767 sqft living area, 2,897 sqft above grade (finished), 782 sqft above grade (unfinished), 870 sqft below grade (finished), Built in 1961, Structure Type: Detached, 3 levels, Cape Cod, Brick

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Heat Pump(s), Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Features

Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights

Fireplaces

1 fireplace

Foundation

Block

Garage

1 garage space

Heating

Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)

Interior Features

Kitchen - Country, Dining Area, Chair Railings, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional

Lot

26,464 sqft, 0.61 acres, Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Private

Parking

Circular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

County Tax: $2,989, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $2,989, Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Hot Water: Natural Gas

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