Homes for sale - 6207 RIVER RD, Fredericksburg, VA 22407

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Coming Soon

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,340 sqft

Price per Sqft $202

Subdivision None Available

MLS Listing ID VASP2035678

Style Federal,Colonial

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,440

Year Built 1838

Available Date 2025-09-15

Annual Tax Amount $3,199

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 1.740 Acres

Acres 1.74

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Step back in time at The Decker House, a historically significant 1838 Federal-style home offering timeless charm, modern comforts, and a powerful Civil War legacy.

Perched on 1.74 acres along River Road near the Rappahannock River, this home once served as a strategic site during the Battle of Fredericksburg. General Robert E. Lee positioned Confederate troops on the property's high ground to oversee Banks Ford, and the home itself sheltered families seeking refuge. Today, original battle scars remain—a cannonball indent in front of the living room fireplace and preserved gunfire marks in the original front door—authentic reminders of its place in American history.

The Federal-style design features a central hall running the length of the home, flanked by gracious living spaces on either side. With 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, the upstairs sitting area often used as a 4th bedroom, the home offers both flexibility and charm. Throughout, you'll find five fireplaces, hardwood floors, and built-ins that showcase its architectural character.

Thoughtful updates, which modernized the home while preserving its historic soul. The English basement kitchen boasts granite countertops, new cabinetry, fireplace, and stainless appliances. Electrical and plumbing systems have been updated, and comfort upgrades include Mitsubishi ductless air conditioning and a pellet stove. A durable metal roof adds both longevity and peace of mind.

The property itself retains echoes of the past, with remnants of the original detached kitchen still standing behind the home. Mature trees, wide lawns, and nearly two acres of land provide privacy and natural beauty—while the location offers convenience to Downtown Fredericksburg, Motts Run Reservoir, Wineries, Shopping, Trails and commuter routes.

With its rich heritage, preserved architectural detail, and modern updates, The Decker House presents a rare opportunity: a private residence steeped in story, or a potential Bed & Breakfast/heritage retreat for history lovers.

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Location

State VA

County Spotsylvania

Zoning RU

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Foyer,Bathroom 1,Bathroom 2

Basement Connecting Stairway,English,Fully Finished,Outside Entrance,Side Entrance

Main Level Bedrooms 1

Interior

Interior Features Attic,Built-Ins,Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Eat-In,Stove - Pellet,Wood Floors

Hot Water Electric

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Ductless/Mini-Split

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type Brick,Mantel(s),Wood

Equipment Dishwasher,Dryer - Electric,Icemaker,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer

Fireplace Y

Appliance Dishwasher,Dryer - Electric,Icemaker,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer

Heat Source Oil

Laundry Lower Floor

Exterior

Garage Spaces 5.0

Water Access N

View Trees/Woods

Accessibility None

Total Parking Spaces 5

Garage N

Building

Story 3

Foundation Permanent,Brick/Mortar

Sewer On Site Septic

Water Well

Architectural Style Federal,Colonial

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade

Structure Type Dry Wall,Plaster Walls,Brick,9'+ Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

Elementary Schools Chancellor

Middle Schools Chancellor

High Schools Riverbend

School District Spotsylvania County Public Schools

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 12-A-101A

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source Assessor

Special Listing Condition Standard