Unique Dynamics of VA Waterfront Properties

Above: 122 Sandbox Lane in Yorktown, VA, the 1st house on the left on the York River from the Chesapeake Bay, my family's former home that I resided in for almost a decade excluding time at Wheaton College in IL

My Experience with Waterfront Growing Up

Common Elements of Waterfront Properties:

No Hunting, Fishing, or Trapping License Required for Owners & Close Family in Many States including VA if you Live There

How to Check for Water Frontage to Help Establish Riparian & Littoral Water Rights

Wetlands

Flood Zones

Hurricane Evacuation Zones

Erosion

Water Depth

Dredging

Positive Impact of Environmental Regulations

Docks & Ramps

Salt Water vs Freshwater Map

Negative Salt Water Dynamics to be Aware of: Salt Impact

Fresh Water Dynamics to be Aware of: Swallowing Freshwater, Snapping Turtles, Snakes, & Illnesses

Salt Water Dynamics to be Aware of: Jellyfish, Sharks, Illnesses, & Stingrays

Varying Water Level Height: Rain, Tides, Storm Surge, & Climate Change

How's the View?

Is the Structure & Siding Suited for Waterfront?

Restrictions on Water Usage

Related:

• Marinas & Ramps in SE Virginia

• Fishing in Virginia Guide

• Hunting in VA

• Hurricane Evacuation Zones & Local Flood Zone Projections

• SE Virginia Area Guide

• Zillow: Waterfront Cities Dominate Zillow’s Hottest Markets for 2024

• Zillow: Waterfront Living: Fast Facts About Floating Homes and Houseboats
  

About the Author: Adam Garrett - 3rd Generation REALTOR®

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