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12 Nelson Street

FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22405

4 beds
4 baths
3,767 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$167 per sqft
1961 build

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 is being 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...

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Holt For Homes, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 25, 2025 •

MLS# VAST2040246 —

The Building

Year Built:

1961
Year Built Source:

Estimated
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Cape Cod
Levels:

3
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Block
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Outside Entrance, Connecting Stairway, Full, Partially Finished
Total SqFt Source:

Estimated
Total Below Grade SqFt:

870
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

2897
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt:

782
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished SqFt:

870

Interior

Interior Features:

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

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Living Area SqFt Source:

Estimated

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

4549
Living Area SqFt:

3,767 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Settlement

Location

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
Latitude:

38.29206000
Longitude:

-77.44233000

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Very Good
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.61
Lot Size Source:

Estimated
Lot Features:

Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Private
Lot SqFt:

26,464 Sqft
Zoning:

R1
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Deck(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

54J 1D 1
Tax Year:

2013
Tax Lot:

1
Tax Annual Amount:

$2,988.51
Tax Assessed Value:

$279,300
Year Assessed:

2012
County Tax:

2988.51
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

4
Bedrooms Main Level:

1
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

4
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Lower Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
All Lower Levels Total Baths:

1
Lower Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Lower Level Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Heat Pump(s), Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric, Natural Gas
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel:

Electric, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

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

Schools

School District Name:

Stafford County Public Schools
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Ferry Farms
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

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

Yes - Community
Community Pool Features:

In Ground
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No
Transportation:

Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

7
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Type of Parking:

Off Street, Driveway, Attached Garage
Parking Features:

Circular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

6

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$630,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,373
Taxes	$249
Insurance	$173
Utilities	$288 See report
Total	$4,083/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/25/25 Jun 25, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$630,000

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This house located in Ferry Farms, VA 22405 is currently for sale for $630,000. 12 Nelson Street is a 3,767 square foot house with 4 beds and 4 baths. 12 Nelson Street is in the Ferry Farms neighborhood of FREDERICKSBURG and has a WalkScore® of 22, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Rising Star Early Childhood Education Center At Melchers.

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