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301 BANCROFT AVENUE

PRICE: $270,000

301 BANCROFT AVENUE
COLONIAL BEACH, VA 22443

Classic Colonial Beach Cottage with Endless Potential - Prime Location on The Point

Opportunity awaits with this quintessential Colonial Beach cottage just two blocks from the Potomac River and two blocks from Monroe Bay. Situated on a large corner lot, this 1,700 sq. ft. two-story home offers vintage coastal character, flexible living spaces, and room to reimagine it into your ideal beach retreat or next investment property.
Inside, you'll find two bedrooms and 1.5 baths, along with multiple living areas that provide the flexibility to reconfigure for a third bedroom or add an additional full bath. The spacious living room and dining area offer plenty of natural light and flow into a generous kitchen with bar seating and access to the rear sitting room. A screened front porch and enclosed back patio extend the living space, perfect for enjoying breezy summer evenings.
The home also includes a fenced backyard, storage shed, and covered patio area, providing outdoor versatility for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining.

Highlights:
1,700 sq. ft. | 2 Bedrooms | 1.5 Baths
Potential to reconfigure for additional bedroom and full bath
Large corner lot on The Point -- close to both the Potomac River & Monroe Bay
Enclosed front porch + enclosed back patio
Spacious living & dining areas with wood floors
Fenced backyard, shed, & covered patio
Sold as-is -- ideal for investors or buyers looking for sweat equity

With its unbeatable location on The Point and generous floor plan, this property offers rare potential to transform a true Colonial Beach classic into your dream coastal home or a high-performing short-term rental.

  • Beds 2
  • Baths 2
  • Total Area 1,700 Sq.Ft.
  • Living Area 1,700 Sq.Ft.
  • Status Sold

Features & Amenities

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Interior

Total Bedrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Laundry Room: Main Floor
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Other Interior Features: Kitchen - Table Space, Ceiling Fan(s), Wood Floors

Exterior

Stories: 2
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Propane
Pool: No Pool
Roof: Shingle
Parking: On Street
Heat Type: Space Heater, Baseboard - Electric
AIR Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Sewer: Public Sewer
Substructure: Crawl Space
Disability Features: None

Area & Lot

Status: Sold
Date Sold: January 5, 2026
Living Area: 1,700 Sq.Ft.
Total Area: 1,700 Sq.Ft.
Lot Area: 7,009 Sq.Ft.
MLS® ID: VAWE2010078
Type: Residential
Year Built: 1923
Neighborhood: Colonial Beach & Westmoreland County
Architecture Styles: Bi-level
View Description: Limited,River
School District: COLONIAL BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Financial

Sales Price: $270,000
Real Estate Taxes: $1,770/yr
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
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Colonial Beach & Westmoreland County

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