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3beds
1.1baths
1,116sqft
0days on market

161 Kirk Dr, Newport News, VA 23608

New ListingResidential · built 1972 · RICHNECK ESTATES

About this home

Cozy ranch home in the Richneck area of Newport News. This cute 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is looking for a new owner right in time for the holidays to make new memories. Roof is 6 years old. Enjoy gatherings in the large fully fenced backyard.

Listing courtesy of Tamara Bahadar-Cue · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10659576

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1972

Price / sqft

$269

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,306/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10659576

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,116
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Trash Compactor
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2100
Subdivision
RICHNECK ESTATES
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
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

161 Kirk Drive is a three-bedroom home in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1972 and covering 1,116 square feet. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about seven minutes away. Daily errands, food, and green space are all within half a mile. There's a lot to like at this address.

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See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23608, homes for sale zoned for Woodside High School, and homes for sale zoned for Richneck Elementary School. Nearby, look at Sonoma Woods homes for sale, Newport News waterfront homes for sale, Newport News condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Newport News.

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Why this home stands out

The 1972 build puts 161 Kirk Drive in a generation of homes known for solid construction and practical floor plans. At 1,116 square feet across three bedrooms and one and a half baths, the layout uses space efficiently without wasted hallways. Colony Pines Park sits just 0.5 miles out. The address also lands in the 23608 zip code, which keeps two major military installations within a short drive.

RICHNECK ESTATES and the Newport News real estate market

Kirk Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Newport News, Virginia. The streets here are lined with single-family homes from the 1960s and 1970s, giving the area a consistent, established feel. Neighbors tend to know each other, and the blocks stay calm. Sidewalks and mature trees make it easy to get outside without going far. Newport News itself is one of the larger cities on the Virginia Peninsula, running from the James River up to the York County line. Getting around is straightforward — Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard are both close, connecting you to the rest of the city quickly. The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is a short drive east. Downtown Newport News, the waterfront, and Mariners' Museum Park are all reachable without getting on the highway. Anyone comparing Newport News homes for sale will notice that the 23608 zip code sits at the geographic center of the Peninsula, which makes commuting in any direction manageable.

What's nearby

Groceries are genuinely close here. Tindahan, La Norteña Latin Store, and M P International are all within 0.5 miles, giving you real variety for everyday shopping. Cazadores Mexican Grill Carniceria and Catrin Cantina are both 0.5 miles out for a quick dinner. Domino's Pizza is the same distance when you want something simple. Uptown Nutrition & Energy and Wawa are both 0.5 miles away for your morning routine. CrossFit Liquid is 0.8 miles out if you want a gym nearby. Colony Pines Park is 0.5 miles away and a natural spot for an afternoon outside.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about seven minutes from 161 Kirk Drive — one of the shortest commutes you'll find among homes for sale in 23608. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 12 minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is common at this price point and property type, and the established neighborhood means you can settle in quickly without a long renovation runway.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms, 1,116 square feet, and a half-bath in addition to the full bath — 161 Kirk Drive gives first-time buyers a real home to grow into rather than a starter compromise. The 1972 build means the bones are established. Groceries, a park, and coffee are all under a mile, so you're not dependent on a second car for daily life.

More buyer questions

How far is 161 Kirk Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive is about seven minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes this one of the closer residential addresses to the base on the Peninsula.

How far is 161 Kirk Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 12 minutes away by car. The route via Jefferson Avenue or Route 17 is straightforward.

What schools serve 161 Kirk Drive?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Woodside High School or homes for sale zoned for Richneck Elementary School will want to confirm current zoning directly with Newport News Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Is 161 Kirk Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is shown in the FloodRisk tile on this page. You can also verify directly with FEMA's flood map service.

Where is the nearest grocery store to 161 Kirk Drive?

Tindahan and La Norteña Latin Store are both about 0.4 miles away, and M P International is 0.5 miles out. All three are reachable in just a few minutes.

Tom and Dariya Milan know Newport News inside and out. Reach out to get a straight answer on this address and what it takes to make it yours.

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

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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 (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510103

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

37.1 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

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.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Sonoma Woods

Sonoma Woods is in northern Newport News. It is on the Virginia Peninsula, in the 23608 ZIP code. Most of its homes are townhomes and condos.

$120K

Median sale · 12 mo

$107

Sold $/sq ft

74d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$75K

HH income

43.3%

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 Ft Eustis

Army

14min·5.8mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

15min·8mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

33min·17.3mi

Camp Peary

DoD

22min·14.4mi

NSA HR

Navy

69min·29.1mi

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

$1,919/mo

Principal & interest

$1,556

Property tax

$276

Home insurance

$87

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

$171,000 – $309,900

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.

176 Hawthorne DR · 2.4 mi · 1,118 sqft$277,750 sold 2026-08
412 Savage DR #D · 2.3 mi · 1,080 sqft$171,000 sold 2026-04
406 Savage DR #C · 2.3 mi · 1,160 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-09

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$299,900

Price / Sq Ft

$269

Annual Taxes

$3,306

Monthly Tax

$276

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.10%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 28, 2026$299,900—
Currently listed—$299,900—

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

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

Questions buyers ask

Is 161 Kirk Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Richneck Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), Ella Fitzgerald Middle, Woodside (VaHome School Score 6.3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 161 Kirk 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.
Does 161 Kirk Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 161 Kirk Dr built?+
It was built in 1972, 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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Listing courtesy of Tamara Bahadar-Cue · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10659576

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161 Kirk Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23608 · MLS #10659576 · 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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