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5beds
3baths
2,200sqft
21days on market

159 Columbia Ave, Hampton, VA 23669

ActiveResidential · built 1922 · ALL OTHERS AREA 101

About this home

Welcome to historic Little England in Hampton, VA, where timeless neighborhood charm meets modern living! This beautifully rehabbed 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home was renovated top to bottom in 2026, offering a fresh start with new flooring, paint, kitchen cabinets, countertops, updated bathrooms, a new HVAC system, and so much more. Every detail has been thoughtfully refreshed to create a home that feels modern, inviting, and ready for its next chapter. With five bedrooms and three full bathrooms, there's room to spread out, entertain, and create the lifestyle you've been looking for. The updates speak for themselves, but the true appeal is something you have to experience in person. Don't settle for imagining your next home, schedule your private showing and come see what makes this one stand out!

Listing courtesy of Angela Kennedy · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10657325

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1922

Price / sqft

$198

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,950/yr

County

Hampton VA

MLS #

10657325

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,200
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1600
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 101
Zoning
R13
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

159 Columbia Ave is a five-bedroom, three-bath home in Hampton, Virginia, built in 1922 and offering 2,200 square feet on a 0.18-acre lot. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about nine minutes away. The Virginia Air and Space Center is right around the corner. There is a lot to like here.

Keep searching in Hampton

See all Hampton homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23669, homes for sale zoned for Phoebus High School, and homes for sale zoned for Hunter B. Andrews PK-8. Nearby, look at Hampton Roads homes for sale, Hampton waterfront homes for sale, Hampton condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Hampton.

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Why this home stands out

A 1922 build with five bedrooms is genuinely rare in this part of Hampton. Most century-old homes in the area top out at three bedrooms, so the extra space here stands out. Three full baths add real day-to-day comfort. The 0.18-acre lot gives you a proper yard without an overwhelming amount of upkeep. This is the kind of address that draws attention among Hampton homes for sale precisely because the square footage and the vintage rarely come together at this scale.

ALL OTHERS AREA 101 and the Hampton real estate market

Columbia Ave sits in Hampton's ALL OTHERS AREA 101, a broad designation that covers a swath of the city's older, established streets near the downtown waterfront. The blocks here carry the character of early twentieth-century Hampton — mature trees, front porches, and homes with genuine architectural bones. Streets are walkable and relatively flat. The mix of housing runs from bungalows to larger two-story homes, and 159 Columbia Ave is one of the more substantial ones. Hampton itself is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and that history shows in the streetscapes near the waterfront. Downtown Hampton is minutes away by car or bike. The city connects easily to the rest of Hampton Roads via I-64 and Mercury Boulevard. Anyone browsing homes for sale in Hampton will notice the city punches above its weight for culture, green space, and waterfront access relative to its size.

What's nearby

Fisher's Landing is just 0.2 miles away — an easy walk for a weeknight dinner. Mabuhay Filipino and Soul Kitchen is 0.3 miles out and brings serious variety to the dining options. Trimble Field and Eason Park are both under half a mile, giving you green space without a drive. The Dr. Katherine G. Johnson Bench is a 0.4-mile walk and a genuinely interesting landmark. Coffee is covered at the Cosmic Cafe inside the Virginia Air and Space Center, about 0.4 miles away, or at Kente's a bit further down the road. EZ Smoke House, Best of British, and Swami Food Store are all within half a mile for everyday grocery runs. Homes for sale in 23669 rarely sit this close to this many walkable destinations.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about nine minutes from 159 Columbia Ave, and NSA Hampton Roads is roughly ten. That kind of proximity keeps commute stress low. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and five bedrooms means there is room to spread out from day one. Anyone comparing Hampton homes for sale near Langley will find this address hard to overlook.

For buyers drawn to character

A home built in 1922 with five bedrooms and three full baths is the kind of find that does not come up often. The bones here — the era, the scale, the lot — are exactly what buyers who want something with a real story are after. Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Phoebus High School or homes for sale zoned for Hunter B. Andrews PK-8 will find 159 Columbia Ave occupies a different category than the newer construction nearby.

More buyer questions

How far is 159 Columbia Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive is about nine minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes this one of the closer addresses to Langley in the broader Hampton market.

What is the lot size at 159 Columbia Ave?

The lot is 0.18 acres, which is a solid size for this part of Hampton. It is enough for a real yard without becoming a weekend maintenance project.

Is 159 Columbia Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

How old is the home at 159 Columbia Ave?

The home was built in 1922, making it over a century old. That age puts it among the more historic residential properties in Hampton.

Where is 159 Columbia Ave relative to downtown Hampton?

Downtown Hampton is just a few minutes away by car or a comfortable bike ride. The Virginia Air and Space Center on the downtown waterfront is under half a mile from the front door.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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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 AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 515527

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515527

High Risk

FEMA flood zone

AE (1% annual chance)

Base flood elevation

8 ft above sea level

Property elevation

5.5 ft above sea level

2.5 ft below BFE

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhood

Hampton Roads

Hampton Roads is a REIN MLS subdivision in Hampton, Virginia — a waterfront neighborhood that shares its name with the wider region. It sits close to the water and has deep ties to the sea.

$255K

Median sale · 12 mo

$175

Sold $/sq ft

12d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$68K

HH income

56.2%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Langley

Air Force

16min·7.5mi

NSA HR

Navy

24min·15.1mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

22min·14.5mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

19min·13.6mi

NMCP

Navy

36min·24.5mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$2,630/mo

Principal & interest

$2,257

Property tax

$246

Home insurance

$127

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$290,000 – $403,000

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.

10 E Southampton AVE · 0.4 mi · 1,937 sqft$350,000 sold 2026-06
4207 Chesapeake AVE · 0.6 mi · 2,552 sqft$403,000 sold 2026-05
26 Downes ST · 1.4 mi · 2,281 sqft$365,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$435,000

Price / Sq Ft

$198

Annual Taxes

$2,950

Monthly Tax

$246

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.68%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 9, 2026$435,000—
Price reducedOct 30, 2026$435,000−$5,000
Currently listed—$435,000—

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:

Hampton 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

21 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

Is 159 Columbia Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hunter B. Andrews (VaHome School Score 6.6/10), Hunter B. Andrews (VaHome School Score 6.6/10), Phoebus (VaHome School Score 6.5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 159 Columbia Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 159 Columbia Ave?+
Yes — Student Center is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 159 Columbia Ave?+
Trimble Field is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 159 Columbia Ave?+
EZ Smoke & Mart is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Fisher's Landing (0.2 mi).
Does 159 Columbia Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 159 Columbia Ave built?+
It was built in 1922, 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

Brokered by LPT Realty · Hampton Roads

Listing courtesy of Angela Kennedy · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10657325

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159 Columbia Ave, Hampton, Virginia 23669 · MLS #10657325 · 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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