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208 Captains LN, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23602 - Main photo
3beds
2baths
1,790sqft
62days on market

208 Captains Ln, Newport News, VA 23602

SoldResidential · built 1985 · CAPN JOHNS LANDING

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Lake.

Frontage

Lake ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1985

Price / sqft

$232

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,655/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10639584

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,790
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Screened Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Wood
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Lake

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3300
Subdivision
CAPN JOHNS LANDING
Zoning
R3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Newport News waterfront homes.

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Whether you enjoy kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, swimming, or simply relaxing by the water's edge, this property offers endless opportunities to embrace an active waterfront lifestyle. Spend your days launching your favorite watercraft, taking a refreshing swim, or soaking up the sun while enjoying peaceful lake views. The property's natural landscaping blends beautifully with the surrounding environment, offering exceptional privacy while requiring minimal upkeep—allowing you to spend more time enjoying the lake and less time on yard maintenance. Experience the best of waterfront living in this beautifully updated ranch-style home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The open floor plan is filled with natural light from skylights, creating a bright and inviting living space. Step outside to a screened porch and expansive two-level deck, where stairs lead directly down to Kerry Lake. An attached one-car garage completes this move-in-ready waterfront gem.

Listing courtesy of Peggy Todd · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10639584

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

208 Captains Lane is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Newport News, Virginia, offering 1,790 square feet built in 1985. Eight minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, it sits in the 23602 zip code — a practical, well-connected corner of the Peninsula for military and civilian households alike.

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See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23602, homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School, and homes for sale zoned for Knollwood Meadows Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Newport News — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Runnymede 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

What sets 208 Captains Lane apart is its combination of size, era, and location. At 1,790 square feet, this 1985-built single-family home gives you genuine living space without the sprawl that makes maintenance a weekend job. The street name fits: Captains Lane has a quiet, residential character, and the address puts you within a short drive of both Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown — a rare dual-base convenience on the Virginia Peninsula.

CAPN JOHNS LANDING and the Newport News real estate market

Newport News stretches along the western shore of the James River and Hampton Roads harbor, and the 23602 zip code sits in the city's mid-to-upper Peninsula — a zone where suburban calm and practical infrastructure overlap comfortably. Neighborhoods here tend to be established, with mature trees, sidewalks, and a mix of families and long-term residents who value stability over trendiness. Homes for sale in Newport News in this corridor consistently attract buyers who want proximity to both military installations and the city's commercial spine along Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard. The city itself offers Mariners' Museum and Park, Newport News Park — one of the largest municipal parks on the East Coast — and a growing dining and arts scene downtown near the James River waterfront. City Hall, public libraries, and major medical centers are all within reach, making 23602 a genuinely self-sufficient part of the Peninsula.

What's nearby

Daily life from 208 Captains Lane is straightforward. Groceries, pharmacies, and big-box retail line Warwick Boulevard just minutes away. Newport News Park — with its trails, disc golf, and reservoir — is practically in the backyard of this zip code. For coffee and casual dining, the Jefferson Avenue corridor delivers plenty of options without a long drive. Patrick Henry Mall is under ten minutes east for shopping and a movie. Medical care is close too, with Riverside Regional Medical Center a short trip away. Commuters heading to the shipyard or downtown Newport News find the route manageable, and Interstate 64 access keeps the broader Hampton Roads region within easy reach.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Eight minutes to the gates of Joint Base Langley-Eustis makes 208 Captains Lane a natural fit for active-duty households. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 18 minutes out, so dual-military couples have real options here. A VA loan pairs well with a home this size — 1,790 square feet handles a growing family, and the established neighborhood means you're not starting from scratch every PCS cycle.

Room to grow

If your household has outgrown a starter home, 208 Captains Lane offers the square footage to breathe — three bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,790 square feet in a settled Newport News neighborhood. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School and homes for sale zoned for Knollwood Meadows Elementary School will find this address squarely in that attendance zone, making the school question easy to answer before the tour even starts.

More buyer questions

How far is 208 Captains Lane from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive runs about 8 minutes under normal Peninsula traffic conditions, making this one of the closer civilian addresses to the Fort Eustis cantonment area. That proximity is a consistent draw for active-duty and DoD civilian households.

How far is 208 Captains Lane from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 18 minutes north via Route 17, a manageable commute for sailors and civilian employees assigned there.

Is 208 Captains Lane in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.

What zip code is 208 Captains Lane in?

The property is in the 23602 zip code, which covers the mid-upper Peninsula section of Newport News and is one of the more active areas for homes for sale in 23602 given its balance of access and neighborhood stability.

What is the neighborhood like around Captains Lane in Newport News?

The street sits in an established residential pocket of Newport News where 1980s-era single-family homes predominate, yards are mature, and the pace is quiet. Newport News Park and the Warwick Boulevard retail corridor are both close, giving the area a comfortable, lived-in feel.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Newport News homes for sale inside and out — reach out to get the full picture on 208 Captains Lane and what it takes to make it yours.

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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

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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

Runnymede

Runnymede is a settled area of homes in the Denbigh part of north Newport News. That is up on the upper Virginia Peninsula. Most homes are classic single-family houses.

$305K

Median sale · 12 mo

$222

Sold $/sq ft

18d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$94K

HH income

80.8%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,662/mo

Principal & interest

$2,153

Property tax

$388

Home insurance

$121

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

105% of $394,500

City assessment record · taxes $4,655/yr

Land share of assessed value

36% — $140,300

Improvements $254,200 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$335,000 – $402,000

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.

111 Captains LN · 0.2 mi · 1,855 sqft$402,000 sold 2026-04
87 Lucas Creek RD · 0.4 mi · 1,738 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-06
157 Robinhood LN · 0.7 mi · 1,745 sqft$340,000 sold 2026-03

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$415,000

Price / Sq Ft

$232

Annual Taxes

$4,655

Monthly Tax

$388

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.12%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 9, 2026$415,000—
Price reducedSep 9, 2026$415,000−$5,000
SoldSep 8, 2026$415,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

5% above assessment

Total Assessed

$394,500

Land

$140,300

Improvement

$254,200

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

Is 208 Captains Ln in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are B.C. Charles Elementary (VaHome School Score 3/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle (VaHome School Score 3.9/10), Menchville (VaHome School Score 4.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 208 Captains Ln 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.
Are there parks near 208 Captains Ln?+
River Farms Park Soccer Fields is about 0.9 miles away.
Is 208 Captains Ln a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake.
Does 208 Captains Ln have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 208 Captains Ln built?+
It was built in 1985, 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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