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Newport News › CHRISTOPHER SHORES › 1132 Orcutt Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10641426 · record updated Jul 9, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$265,000
$205 / sqft · est. $1,653/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,290sqft
8days on market

1132 Orcutt Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

ActiveResidential · built 1951 · CHRISTOPHER SHORES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

The best kept secret in town! You will love living in Christopher Shores. This precious rancher offers a full front porch, luxury vinyl plank flooring, archway into dining room, stainless appliances in adorable kitchen, big mudroom with washer and dryer hookup. All bedrooms are good size. Big fenced back yard with firepit.

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

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 1951-built, three-bedroom home in Newport News with 1,290 square feet, a half bath in addition to the full bath, and a location that puts two major military installations within a nine-minute drive. Solid bones, a manageable footprint, and everyday conveniences close by.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1132 Orcutt Ave apart is its rare dual-base proximity — both NSA Hampton Roads and NSA Northwest Annex sit roughly nine minutes away, a commute advantage that's genuinely hard to match in this price tier. The mid-century construction gives the home a straightforward, sturdy layout, and the 1,290-square-foot floor plan keeps maintenance realistic without feeling cramped for a household of three.

CHRISTOPHER SHORES and the Newport News real estate market

Orcutt Avenue sits in a working-class, established section of Newport News — a city that stretches from the James River waterfront all the way north to York County, carrying with it a deep shipbuilding heritage and a surprisingly diverse mix of neighborhoods. This part of the 23607 zip code is unpretentious and practical: tree-lined streets with mid-century homes, neighbors who tend to stay put, and a genuine sense of community that newer developments rarely replicate. Newport News as a city offers a lot of infrastructure for its size — a major regional medical center, a well-regarded museum district anchored by the Mariners' Museum, and quick access to I-664 for anyone commuting across Hampton Roads. You're also within reasonable reach of the Virginia Peninsula's coastline and the broader Hampton Roads metro, which means weekends can look very different depending on your mood. For buyers who want urban convenience without urban density, this corridor of Newport News delivers.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are straightforward from 1132 Orcutt Ave. Grocery options, pharmacies, and fast-casual dining are all within a short drive along Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard — two of the Peninsula's main commercial corridors. Huntington Park, with its boat ramp and James River waterfront access, is a short trip south. Downtown Newport News and its arts district are easily reachable for evenings out. For military households, the gate access points for NSA Hampton Roads keep the daily commute simple and predictable, which matters more than most buyers initially realize.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

For active-duty households, the math here is hard to argue with. NSA Hampton Roads and NSA Northwest Annex are each nine minutes away — meaning BAH goes toward a home you own rather than a payment that builds no equity. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here especially straightforward, and the commute times leave more of your day for the things that actually matter.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 1132 Orcutt Ave offers a low-pressure entry point. Three bedrooms, a full bath plus a half bath, and 1,290 square feet give you real functionality without overwhelming square footage to maintain. The 1951 construction means the home has already proven its durability, and the Newport News location keeps you connected to jobs, services, and the broader Hampton Roads region.

More buyer questions

How far is 1132 Orcutt Ave from NSA Hampton Roads?

NSA Hampton Roads is approximately nine minutes from 1132 Orcutt Ave under typical traffic conditions. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the Peninsula's heavier congestion points.

What is the square footage and layout of 1132 Orcutt Ave?

The home offers 1,290 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and one full bath plus a half bath — a practical layout for small families, couples, or anyone who wants a dedicated guest room or home office.

Is 1132 Orcutt Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section before making any decisions is strongly recommended.

What year was 1132 Orcutt Ave built, and what should buyers know about mid-century homes?

The home was built in 1951, placing it squarely in the mid-century era when construction standards favored solid framing and straightforward floor plans. Buyers of homes this age typically want to budget for updates to systems like HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, and a thorough home inspection is always advisable.

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

Yes — eligible active-duty service members, veterans, and surviving spouses can use a VA loan to purchase a single-family residential property like this one. The VA loan page on this site walks through eligibility and the general process in more detail.

Want to know more about 1132 Orcutt Ave or the surrounding Newport News market? Tom and Dariya Milan are happy to walk you through it — reach out anytime.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1951

Price / sqft

$205

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,409/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

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
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

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

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

16d

Days on market

7

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

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

None

Estimate only. 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

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$95,000 – $305,000

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.

1151 18th ST · 0.3 mi · 1,359 sqft$268,990 sold 2026-04
2126 Chestnut AVE · 0.6 mi · 1,189 sqft$95,000 sold 2026-07
62 Buxton AVE · 0.9 mi · 1,308 sqft$289,000 sold 2026-06

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
ListedJul 1, 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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

8 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1132 Orcutt Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Richard T. Yates Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Huntington Middle (GreatSchools 3/10), Menchville (GreatSchools 5/10). 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.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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