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Newport News › WARWICK LAWNS › 146 Ruston Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10640930 · record updated Jun 30, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$210,000
$161 / sqft · est. $1,368/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,305sqft
8days on market

146 Ruston Dr, Newport News, VA 23602

Under ContractResidential · built 1965 · WARWICK LAWNS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Original owners. House has good bones but dated and to be sold as is. Living room, eat in kitchen, hardwood floors under carpet. Converted garage to family room. Generator. Good size back yard. Cul de sac. Storage shed.

Listing courtesy of Darlene Bridgette · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10640930

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

146 Ruston Drive is a 1,305-square-foot, three-bedroom home in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1965 with a half bath in addition to the full bath. Fort Eustis is eight minutes away, making daily commutes genuinely easy for active-duty households.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 146 Ruston Drive apart is the combination of a manageable footprint and a location that punches well above its size class. At just over 1,300 square feet across three bedrooms, the floor plan stays practical without wasted space. Add an eight-minute drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and fifteen minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, and you have a home that fits the rhythm of military life without compromise.

WARWICK LAWNS and the Newport News real estate market

Newport News stretches along the western shore of the Virginia Peninsula, and the zip code 23602 sits in the city's mid-section — a well-established residential corridor where 1960s ranch-style homes share tree-lined streets with newer infill. The area around Ruston Drive carries that unhurried, neighborhood feel: sidewalks, mature oaks, and neighbors who tend to stay put. If you've been searching for homes for sale in Port Warwick Newport News VA or the broader 23602 area, you'll notice that this part of the city offers straightforward access to both I-64 and Jefferson Avenue without dropping you into heavy traffic every morning. Newport News itself is a full-service city — arts venues, waterfront parks, a regional airport, and a deep employment base anchored by the shipyard and the military installations to the north. Everyday errands, weekend outings, and long commutes all stay manageable from this address.

What's nearby

Daily life stays convenient from Ruston Drive. A Walmart Supercenter and a Food Lion are both within a short drive for grocery runs. Jefferson Avenue — the peninsula's main commercial spine — puts pharmacies, urgent care, and a wide range of dining within easy reach. Deer Run Golf Club is close for weekend rounds, and the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is roughly fifteen minutes away. City Park and the broader Mariners' Museum Park trail system give you green space for walks and bike rides without a long drive. The whole package makes errands feel routine rather than exhausting.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a real advantage when PCS season arrives and you need to be on post early. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown adds a second installation within fifteen minutes, which matters if your household has dual-service schedules. A VA loan can make ownership at this address straightforward — and the short commute means more time at home rather than on the road.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms, a full bath plus a half, and 1,305 square feet give a first-time buyer room to grow without overextending on space or upkeep. The 1965 construction means solid bones and a layout that's been refined over decades. Newport News offers a stable, affordable entry point into homeownership on the Virginia Peninsula, and this address puts you close to major employers and everyday conveniences from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 146 Ruston Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive from 146 Ruston Drive to Fort Eustis is approximately eight minutes under normal traffic conditions. That short commute is one of the most practical features of this address for active-duty service members stationed there.

How far is 146 Ruston Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly fifteen minutes from Ruston Drive heading north on the peninsula. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion that can slow other Newport News commutes.

What is the square footage and layout of 146 Ruston Drive?

The home offers 1,305 square feet of living space arranged across three bedrooms, one full bathroom, and one half bathroom. Built in 1965, the floor plan reflects the efficient ranch-style design common to that era.

Is 146 Ruston Drive 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 tile before making decisions about insurance is always a good step.

Are there grocery stores and everyday amenities close to 146 Ruston Drive?

Yes — a Food Lion and a Walmart Supercenter are both within a short drive, and Jefferson Avenue puts pharmacies, dining, and retail within easy reach. Most everyday errands stay well under fifteen minutes from this address.

Want to see 146 Ruston Drive in person or get more details? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help you take the next step.

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

1965

Price / sqft

$161

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,603/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10640930

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,305
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Converted Gar, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Backup Generator, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl,Wood
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2200
Subdivision
WARWICK LAWNS
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
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

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Warwick

Warwick is an established area along the historic Warwick Boulevard (Route 60) corridor in central Newport News, on the Virginia Peninsula within the former Warwick County area.

$317K

Median sale · 12 mo

$215

Sold $/sq ft

20d

Days on market

15

For sale now

$63K

HH income

33.8%

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

$1,368/mo

Principal & interest

$1,090

Property tax

$217

Home insurance

$61

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

$280,000 – $320,000

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.

259 Summerlake LN · 1.6 mi · 1,300 sqft$299,000 sold 2026-02
269 Summerlake LN · 1.6 mi · 1,258 sqft$303,000 sold 2026-04
86 Boxley BLVD · 1.8 mi · 1,297 sqft$295,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$210,000

Price / Sq Ft

$161

Annual Taxes

$2,603

Monthly Tax

$217

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.24%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 22, 2026$210,000—
Currently listed—$210,000—

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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 146 Ruston Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are George J. McIntosh Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Mary Passage Middle (GreatSchools 2/10), Denbigh (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 146 Ruston Dr 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.
Is there a gym near 146 Ruston Dr?+
Yes — American Iron Barbell Club Newport News is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 146 Ruston Dr?+
Chatham Park is about 0.5 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 146 Ruston Dr?+
El Viejo Jalisco is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Bali Bali Korean BBQ food truck (0.3 mi).
Does 146 Ruston Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 146 Ruston Dr built?+
It was built in 1965, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Darlene Bridgette · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10640930

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146 Ruston Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23602 · MLS #10640930 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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