Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Coastal Real Estate in Cape Charles
Parr Properties was founded in 1989 with a commitment to integrity, value-added professional service, and excellence in coastal real estate. Our team specializes in waterfront farms, estates, and commercial properties across Virginia's Eastern Shore, from the Chesapeake Bay to Assateague Island. With over 35 years of experience, we combine deep local knowledge of coastal waterways and communities with expertise in land use, conservation, and historic property transactions. Our approach prioritizes client needs through personalized guidance, leveraging relationships with experts in environmental and development fields. We serve as trusted advisors for multi-generational landowners and buyers seeking legacy properties, balancing conservation goals with development opportunities.Our leadership in local economic development and zoning matters enhances our ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Bill Parr, founder and broker, has brokered landmark transactions including Kiptopeke State Park and over 800 acres added to wildlife refuges. Ken Odell brings 30+ years of rural real estate and construction experience, while Paul Schutz offers insights from a lifetime on the Eastern Shore. We maintain a small, dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional service in one of America's most distinctive coastal regions.
Services
Waterfront Property Sales
Commercial Real Estate
Land Transactions
Historic Home Sales
Conservation Easements
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of specialized experience in coastal Virginia real estate
- Our team includes former economic development authority chairman and construction experts
- We brokered landmark conservation transactions adding 800+ acres to wildlife refuges
- We maintain deep relationships with environmental and development specialists
- Our agents combine generational local knowledge with modern real estate practices
Services
Waterfront Property Sales
Specializing in Virginia's coastal properties, we handle waterfront estates, farms, and land tracts with saltwater shoreline access. Our expertise covers transactions from small homesites to multi-thousand-acre properties. We leverage deep knowledge of local waterways, zoning regulations, and conservation requirements to facilitate complex deals.
Commercial Real Estate
We represent commercial landowners and buyers across Virginia's Eastern Shore, including large tract acquisitions, resort developments, and government projects. Our team navigates special use permits, septic regulations, and environmental compliance through established relationships with local authorities and engineers.
Land Transactions
Our practice includes historic land sales that balance development needs with conservation goals. We've facilitated transactions adding land to national wildlife refuges and state parks while maintaining multi-generational family ownership traditions. Services cover title research, boundary surveys, and land use planning.
Historic Home Sales
We specialize in marketing and selling historic Eastern Shore properties requiring specialized attention. Our team understands the unique challenges of preserving architectural integrity while meeting modern buyer expectations. Current listings include 18th-century estates with extensive waterfront access.
Conservation Easements
We advise landowners on conservation strategies that protect natural resources while maintaining property rights. Our experience includes working with The Nature Conservancy and US Fish & Wildlife Service to establish protected areas that align with owner objectives and regulatory requirements.
People
Bill Parr
Owner/Broker
Founder of Parr Properties with 35+ years experience in coastal real estate. Brokered landmark transactions including Kiptopeke State Park and 800+ acres for wildlife refuges. Served as Economic Development Authority chairman and state real estate association leader.
Ken Odell
Agent
30-year real estate veteran with expertise in rural land transactions and construction. Former general contractor brings development insights. Specializes in waterfront properties and marina projects across Chesapeake Bay communities.
Paul Schutz
Agent
Eastern Shore resident with corporate background in technology firms. Owns historic 1775 Millford Estate. Combines business acumen with local knowledge to advise clients on lifestyle-driven property decisions.
Questions
What areas do Parr Properties specialize in?
We focus on Virginia's Eastern Shore from Chesapeake Bay to Assateague Island, including Cape Charles, Virginia Beach, and coastal barrier islands.
What property types do you handle?
We specialize in waterfront estates, commercial land, historic homes, conservation properties, and large acreage transactions across coastal Virginia.
How do you handle complex land transactions?
Our team leverages decades of experience with zoning regulations, environmental compliance, and government relationships to navigate complex coastal property deals.
Can you assist with conservation-focused sales?
Yes, we have extensive experience in conservation easements and transactions involving wildlife refuges and protected lands.
What makes Parr Properties unique?
Our combination of generational local knowledge, conservation expertise, and commercial real estate experience creates unmatched value for coastal property clients.
