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3beds
1.1baths
1,290sqft
35days on market

1132 Orcutt Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

ActiveResidential · built 1951 · CHRISTOPHER SHORES

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1951

Price / sqft

$205

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,409/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10641426

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,290
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Utility Room
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1600
Subdivision
CHRISTOPHER SHORES
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

The best kept secret in town! You will love living in Christopher Shores. This precious rancher offers, new plumbing, new windows, new roof, new hot water tank, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new circuit breaker box, beautiful stainless appliances in an adorable kitchen, big mudroom with washer and dryer hookup. All bedrooms are a good size, and you have a wonderful fenced back yard with a fire pit.

Listing courtesy of Sylvia Woods · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10641426

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 1132 Orcutt Ave — a 1951 three-bedroom home in Newport News sitting just steps from Anderson Park and nine minutes from NSA Hampton Roads. At 1,290 square feet, it offers a practical, walkable lifestyle in a tight-knit neighborhood with groceries, restaurants, and green space all within half a mile.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1132 Orcutt Ave apart is its rare walkability in a city where most errands require a car. Anderson Park is literally a one-minute walk away, two more parks are within a third of a mile, and everyday needs — groceries, a bite to eat, a coffee run — are all reachable on foot. Add a nine-minute commute to NSA Hampton Roads and you have a location that quietly does a lot of heavy lifting.

CHRISTOPHER SHORES and the Newport News real estate market

Orcutt Ave sits in a working-class, established section of Newport News where mid-century homes line streets shaded by mature trees and neighbors tend to know each other by name. The area has a lived-in authenticity that newer subdivisions rarely replicate — sidewalks connect you to parks, corner stores, and local restaurants without ever needing to merge onto a highway. Newport News itself is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, home to the Newport News Shipbuilding yard, the Virginia War Museum, and miles of James River waterfront. Families comparing homes for sale in Newport News often find that this part of the city offers proximity to major employers and military installations that newer, pricier zip codes simply can't match. The Monitor-Merrimac Overlook, just 0.3 miles away, frames a sweeping view of the waterway where two ironclad warships famously clashed — a reminder that history here isn't confined to museums.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy from Orcutt Ave. Newport News Market is just half a mile away for everyday grocery runs, while 5 Estrellas Latín Store and New York Pizza / Day & Night Market — both under a mile — add variety and late-night convenience. When you're ready to eat out, Pisces Jackpot is only 0.4 miles away, and Park's Inn Restaurant and Taste of NYC round out the options at 0.7 miles. Anderson Park anchors the block at just 0.1 miles, Anderson Park North extends the green space at 0.3 miles, and the Monitor-Merrimac Overlook offers a historic waterfront perspective at the same distance.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Nine minutes to NSA Hampton Roads and nine minutes to NSA Northwest Annex — 1132 Orcutt Ave keeps your commute short no matter which installation you're assigned to. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the walkable neighborhood means one car can genuinely cover daily life. Families comparing Newport News homes for sale near the waterfront corridor will find this block hard to beat on location alone.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 1132 Orcutt Ave offers a manageable footprint — 1,290 square feet, three bedrooms, and a neighborhood where you can walk to the park, the grocery store, and dinner. The home's 1951 bones mean character you won't find in cookie-cutter new construction, and the zip code puts you squarely among homes for sale in 23607 that are close to major employers and military bases.

More buyer questions

How far is 1132 Orcutt Ave from NSA Hampton Roads?

The drive is approximately nine minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential streets to the installation in Newport News.

Is 1132 Orcutt Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance.

What schools serve 1132 Orcutt Ave?

Buyers who are specifically comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School and homes for sale zoned for L.F. Palmer Elementary School will want to confirm current attendance boundaries directly with Newport News Public Schools, as zones can be redrawn.

Where is the nearest park to 1132 Orcutt Ave?

Anderson Park is just 0.1 miles away — essentially a one-minute walk — making it one of the most park-adjacent addresses you'll find in this part of Newport News.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase 1132 Orcutt Ave?

Yes — VA loan financing is available for eligible service members and veterans purchasing single-family residential properties like this one, and the Newport News market has lenders well-versed in VA transactions.

Curious whether 1132 Orcutt Ave fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Newport News corridor well — reach out and let's talk through what makes this address work for you.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510103

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Stuart Gardens

Stuart Gardens is a historic, established neighborhood in the southeast section of Newport News, set off Chestnut Avenue and Marshall Avenue near the city's waterfront.

$265K

Median sale · 12 mo

$156

Sold $/sq ft

17d

Days on market

14

For sale now

$32K

HH income

46.3%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,653/mo

Principal & interest

$1,375

Property tax

$201

Home insurance

$77

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Price context — similar nearby homes

$85,000 – $295,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

937 17th ST · 0.3 mi · 1,245 sqft$85,000 sold 2026-01
937 17th ST · 0.3 mi · 1,245 sqft$252,500 sold 2026-06
2010 Roanoke AVE · 0.4 mi · 1,300 sqft$180,000 sold 2026-04

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$265,000

Price / Sq Ft

$205

Annual Taxes

$2,409

Monthly Tax

$201

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.91%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 30, 2026$265,000—
Currently listed—$265,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Newport News Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

35 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1132 Orcutt Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Richard T. Yates Elementary (VaHome School Score 3/10), Huntington Middle (VaHome School Score 1.1/10), Menchville (VaHome School Score 4.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1132 Orcutt Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Are there parks near 1132 Orcutt Ave?+
Anderson Park is about 0.5 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1132 Orcutt Ave?+
New York Pizza / Day & Night Market is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is PISCES JACKPOT,LLC (0.5 mi).
Does 1132 Orcutt Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1132 Orcutt Ave built?+
It was built in 1951, per the listing record.

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