8 days on market
$260,000
131 South Ave
Newport News, Virginia 23601
MLS# 10635216 · ALL OTHERS AREA 108 · Newport News VA
Updated May 24, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,625/mo
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Price / sq ft
$264
984 sq ft
Days on market
8
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1940
86 yrs old
Beds
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
984
Garage
No
About this home
Welcome to 131 South Avenue, where updates meet location. Situated less than a block from the James River, this 2 bedroom home offers 12-foot ceilings throughout and a spacious living room with a natural flow into the kitchen and rear laundry area. The bathroom has been fully renovated and fresh paint and new carpet make the interior feel crisp and ready for its next owner. Major systems have been thoughtfully upd…
Listed by Kristin Schafer · AMW Real Estate Inc
VaHome Team property overview
131 South Ave is a compact 1940-built, 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in Newport News, Virginia — just 984 square feet of character-filled space sitting steps from Huntington Park, a YMCA, and a quick 14-minute drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 131 South Ave apart is the combination of walkable everyday convenience and genuine mid-century bones. Fort Fun Park is literally a block away, the Tom & Ann Hunnicutt Family YMCA is a three-minute walk, and Wilcox Produce & Seafood adds a local, neighborhood-market feel that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. For a small footprint, this address punches well above its square footage in lifestyle access.
ALL OTHERS AREA 108 and the Newport News real estate market
131 South Ave sits in a mature, established pocket of Newport News near the Huntington Park corridor — a stretch of the city where older tree-lined streets meet waterfront greenspace along the James River. The area has a lived-in, community-oriented character: neighbors know each other, sidewalks get used, and the parks are genuinely good. Newport News itself is one of Hampton Roads' most geographically diverse cities, stretching from the shipyard-anchored South End up through the midtown neighborhoods around here and into the more suburban northern corridor. If you're searching houses for sale in newport news va 23606, this part of the city often flies under the radar compared to the zip codes further north — but proximity to bases, parks, and daily essentials makes it worth a close look. The 23601 zip code carries a quiet, unpretentious energy that tends to attract people who value location and authenticity over flash.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from 131 South Ave. A Walmart Supercenter is half a mile out for full grocery runs, and Uncle Nick's and Wilcox Produce & Seafood — both within 0.6 miles — give you local alternatives worth knowing. For a quick bite, Monty's Penguin and The Katt are both under half a mile away, and a Starbucks and McDonald's round out the coffee options at 0.7 miles. Fitness is well covered too: the Tom & Ann Hunnicutt Family YMCA, F.I.T. Vision, and InZane Fitness are all within a half-mile. Fort Fun Park is a one-minute walk, and the Four Chaplains Memorial and Huntington Park Pavilion 2 are both within two blocks.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is 14 minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads is about 17 — making 131 South Ave a practical base-access address for service members stationed at either installation. A VA loan can make a smaller home like this especially approachable, and the short commute leaves more time for everything else. Newport News has a long history of welcoming military families, and this neighborhood fits that tradition.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring homes for sale in newport news virginia and want a foothold in the market without overextending, a 984-square-foot, 2-bed/1-bath home built in 1940 offers something real: a manageable size, a walkable location, and a neighborhood with actual character. The nearby YMCA, parks, and local shops mean you're buying into a lifestyle, not just a floor plan. It's a solid, honest starting point.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 131 South Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 131 South Ave to Joint Base Langley-Eustis runs about 14 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That's a straightforward daily commute by Hampton Roads standards.
What parks are near 131 South Ave in Newport News?
Fort Fun Park is just 0.1 miles away — essentially a block — and both the Four Chaplains Memorial and Huntington Park Pavilion 2 are within 0.2 miles. The Huntington Park waterfront area along the James River is part of what makes this stretch of Newport News genuinely appealing.
Is 131 South 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. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, given the property's proximity to the James River corridor.
What is the lot and home size at 131 South Ave?
The home is 984 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, built in 1940. It's a single-family residential property — compact but functional, with the kind of solid construction common to homes of that era.
Are there grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance of 131 South Ave?
Yes — Walmart Supercenter and Uncle Nick's are both within half a mile, and Wilcox Produce & Seafood is 0.6 miles out. Monty's Penguin and The Katt are under half a mile for dining, making daily errands and casual meals very manageable without a car.
Curious whether 131 South Ave fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Newport News well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
984
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$260,000
Price / Sq Ft
$264
Annual Taxes
$2,406
Monthly Tax
$201
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.93%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 16, 2026 | $260,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $260,000 | — |
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About buying in Newport News
Homes for sale in Newport News, VA span from historic Hilton Village's English-Tudor cottages (23601) to brand-new construction in Port Warwick and City Center at Oyster Point (23606), to affordable family homes in Denbigh and Riverside (23608). As one of the longest cities in the U.S. — stretching over 30 miles along the James River — Newport News effectively contains three distinct real estate markets: the lower peninsula (23601-23607) closer to Hampton and Williamsburg, with established neighborhoods and pre-war homes; the middle peninsula (23608, 23606) with modern subdivisions and Oyster Point's office park; and the upper peninsula (23602, 23603) closer to Williamsburg and the Mariners' Museum. Newport News' biggest employer is Huntington Ingalls Industries / Newport News Shipbuilding — Virginia's largest industrial employer, building U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and submarines. Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis portion) is also in Newport News. Public schools include Menchville High, Heritage High, Denbigh High, and Warwick High, with Menchville historically among the top performers. Median home prices run $250K-$450K with select luxury inventory in Riverside and Port Warwick exceeding $700K. The Newport News MLS listings below refresh every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,625/moPrincipal & interest
$1,349
Property tax
$201
Home insurance
$76
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.
Listed by AMW Real Estate Inc · MLS# 10635216
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$260,000
131 South AVE, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23601
Newport News, Virginia 23601
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