1518 CAROLINE ST Fredericksburg, VA 22401
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,910 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,910 sqft
Price per Sqft $352
Subdivision Historic District
MLS Listing ID VAFB2010804
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,910
Year Built 1898
Available Date 2026-07-31
Annual Tax Amount $6,373
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 6,100 Sqft
Acres 0.14
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Built in 1898 by Edgar W. Mills, 1518 Caroline Street is one of the Original Three Sisters, three distinctive Italianate Victorian homes that have stood together along Caroline Street for more than 125 years.
Set on a prominent corner lot in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, the property offers a combination that is especially hard to find downtown: generous living space, a landscaped yard and dedicated off-street parking in a detached two-car garage. Downtown restaurants, shops, galleries, parks and the Rappahannock River are all nearby, while the property provides the added convenience of outdoor space and private parking at home.
Inside, bright and generously sized rooms retain many of the details that give the home its character. Original hardwood floors that have never been refinished, pocket doors, classic millwork and architectural features reflect more than a century of craftsmanship and care.
With five bedrooms and three full baths, the floor plan offers flexibility for a variety of uses. The main level includes a bedroom and full bath with a separate rear entrance for accessibility as well as creating options for guests, multigenerational living or a private home office.
The kitchen is positioned between the adjoining eat-in area and formal dining room, creating an easy connection between everyday living and entertaining. Gracious living spaces throughout the main level provide plenty of room to gather while preserving the character and architectural definition of the home.
Upstairs are four additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an updated private bath, walk-in shower and two closets, including a walk-in. One of the additional bedrooms is currently used as an office. A second full bath and conveniently located upstairs laundry serve the additional bedrooms.
Outside, mature landscaping surrounds a brick patio and fountain, creating a private garden retreat in the middle of downtown. The corner setting provides additional outdoor space, while the detached two-car garage with electricity offers coveted off-street parking along with room for storage, hobbies or a workshop.
Historic Downtown Fredericksburg is just outside the front door, with locally owned restaurants, shops, galleries, Market Square, the farmers market, parks and community events all close by. Just across Caroline Street, French John's Wharf provides access to the Rappahannock River for kayaking, paddleboarding and fishing. Old Mill Park offers additional river access, a playground and green space nearby.
The home has also received important updates over the years, including a new furnace in 2024, water heater in 2020 and HVAC system in 2018, along with ongoing improvements to the siding and roof.
Historic homes like this aren't built again. They are cared for, passed forward and given new chapters. At 1518 Caroline Street, the next one is waiting to be written.
Location
State VA
County Fredericksburg City
Zoning R4
Rooms
Basement Interior Access, Partial, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Combination, Drainage System, English, Outside Entrance
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Other, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Hot Water Electric
Heating Radiator, Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 6
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Other, Non-Functioning
Inclusions 2 bookcases in front room, radiator covers in dining room, shelves/tables in cellar, 1 propane fire-pit, 3 stone planters
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Brick, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking Features Other, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage - Side Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Fully, Wrought Iron
Water Access N
View River, City
Roof Type Metal,Hip,Pitched
Accessibility 32\"+ wide Doors, 36\"+ wide Halls
Porch Brick, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Private, Rear Yard
Story 2
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Above Ground Finished SqFt 2910
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Plaster Walls,Dry Wall,9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
School District Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 7789-07-3341
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 2910
Security Features Security System,Monitored
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard
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