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196 E Mercury BLVD, HAMPTON VA 23669 - Main photo
3beds
2.1baths
1,511sqft
4days on market

196 E Mercury Blvd, Hampton, VA 23669

SoldResidential · built 1958 · ALL OTHERS AREA 101

About this home

Beautifully renovated brick Cape Cod at 196 E Mercury Blvd, this move-in ready home blends classic charm with modern style. Refinished hardwood floors, fresh neutral paint, and an extended living room with a brick fireplace create a warm, open feel as soon as you walk in. The brand-new kitchen features white shaker cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances, hex-tile backsplash, and a peninsula that opens to the dining area—great for entertaining or everyday living. Upstairs offers a spacious finished level with flex space, storage niches, and an updated full bath. The main level includes bright bedrooms, another stylish full bath with tiled shower and bench, plus a convenient half bath for guests. Outside, enjoy a deep tree-shaded lot with firepit, detached garage/workshop, extra shed, and plenty of room for pets, gardening, or play. All this in a convenient Hampton location near I-64, shopping, bases, and more.

Listing courtesy of Dan Clark · Douglas Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10629372

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1958

Price / sqft

$215

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,195/yr

County

Hampton VA

MLS #

10629372

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,511
Stories
2
Flooring
Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3700
Approx. acres
0.37
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 101
Zoning
R11
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car
Possession
AT CLOSING
Disclosures
Additional Attachments, Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

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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 515527

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515527

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

12.5 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

Evacuation Zone C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Phoebus

Phoebus is a historic neighborhood on the water in Hampton, Virginia. It is known for its maritime past and charming homes. The area has tree-lined streets and a mix of older homes.

$220K

Median sale · 12 mo

$190

Sold $/sq ft

43d

Days on market

4

For sale now

$66K

HH income

51.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

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

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Langley

Air Force

18min·7.3mi

NSA HR

Navy

25min·15.3mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

23min·14.7mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

21min·13.8mi

Little Creek

Navy

86min·40.1mi

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

$2,047/mo

Principal & interest

$1,686

Property tax

$266

Home insurance

$95

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

$110,000 – $335,000

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.

221 S Hope ST · 1.4 mi · 1,567 sqft$263,350 sold 2026-07
401 S Curry ST · 1.6 mi · 1,536 sqft$110,000 sold 2026-07
6 Capps Qtrs NONE #3 · 1.7 mi · 1,535 sqft$240,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$325,000

Price / Sq Ft

$215

Annual Taxes

$3,195

Monthly Tax

$266

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.98%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 31, 2026$325,000—
SoldMay 15, 2026$325,000—

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

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Questions buyers ask

Is 196 E Mercury Blvd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Captain John Smith Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), C. Alton Lindsay Middle (VaHome School Score 6.4/10), Phoebus (VaHome School Score 6.5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 196 E Mercury Blvd 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 196 E Mercury Blvd?+
Yes — Shape Up Fitness - SUWS is about 0.9 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 196 E Mercury Blvd?+
Ridgway Bark Park is about 0.9 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 196 E Mercury Blvd?+
bp is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Papa Johns Pizza (0.2 mi).
Does 196 E Mercury Blvd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 196 E Mercury Blvd built?+
It was built in 1958, 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 Dan Clark · Douglas Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10629372

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196 E Mercury Blvd, Hampton, Virginia 23669 · MLS #10629372 · 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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