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$420,000
$235 / sqft · est. $2,690/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,790sqft
63days on market

208 Captains Ln, Newport News, VA 23602

Under ContractResidential · 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

$235

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

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

208 Captains Lane is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home in Newport News, Virginia, offering 1,790 square feet built in 1985. Eight minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis and tucked into a quiet residential pocket of the 23602 zip code, it's a practical, well-positioned address for Peninsula living.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 208 Captains Lane apart is its combination of manageable square footage and an unbeatable military commute — Fort Eustis is literally eight minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is reachable in under twenty. The 1985 build era means established lot lines, mature trees, and a neighborhood that's already proven itself over decades. For anyone weighing Newport News homes for sale with a Pentagon-adjacent lifestyle in mind, this address checks the core boxes without the noise of a newer development.

CAPN JOHNS LANDING and the Newport News real estate market

Captains Lane sits in the 23602 zip code on Newport News's mid-Peninsula, a part of the city that trades the waterfront buzz of the downtown end for something quieter and more suburban in character. Streets here tend to be low-traffic, lots run a comfortable size, and neighbors have typically been around long enough to wave hello. Newport News itself spans from the James River to the York River corridor and carries a working-city energy — shipbuilding heritage, a serious arts scene anchored by the Virginia Living Museum and the Mariners' Museum, and a park system that punches above its weight. The 23602 corridor specifically sits close to the Route 17 and Jefferson Avenue spine, which means you're well-connected without being on top of the commercial strip. Families comparing homes for sale in Newport News often land in this zip precisely because it balances access and calm.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from Captains Lane. Jefferson Avenue puts grocery stores, pharmacies, and big-box retail within a short drive, and the Denbigh area's restaurants and coffee shops are close by. Riverview Farm Park and Denbigh Park offer green space and trails when you want to get outside without driving far. The Virginia Living Museum is a genuine local gem — equal parts nature center and science museum — and it's just a few miles away. For longer outings, historic Yorktown and Colonial Williamsburg are both reachable in under thirty minutes, making weekends on the Peninsula genuinely interesting.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to Fort Eustis makes 208 Captains Lane one of the more practical addresses on the Peninsula for active-duty households. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown adds a second installation within eighteen minutes, which matters when orders or duty stations shift. A VA loan pairs naturally with a property at this price point and commute distance, and the established neighborhood means you're not gambling on a brand-new community still finding its footing.

For families upgrading

Three bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,790 square feet give a growing family real room to breathe — separate spaces for work, play, and guests without the upkeep burden of an oversized footprint. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School and homes for sale zoned for Knollwood Meadows Elementary School will find 208 Captains Lane sits squarely in that attendance zone, anchoring the school search to a neighborhood that's been stable for forty years.

More buyer questions

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

The Fort Eustis gate is approximately eight minutes from 208 Captains Lane under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the shorter military commutes available among homes for sale in 23602. The route is mostly surface roads with minimal highway exposure.

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

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly eighteen minutes away via Route 17 north, a straightforward drive that avoids most of the Peninsula's heavier congestion points.

What is the flood zone status for 208 Captains Lane?

Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA map classification and any insurance implications.

Is there an HOA at 208 Captains Lane?

HOA status for this address should be confirmed through current disclosure documents; the property details section of this page will reflect whether an association applies.

What grocery stores and everyday conveniences are near 208 Captains Lane?

Jefferson Avenue, the Peninsula's main commercial corridor, is just minutes away and carries a full range of grocery stores, pharmacies, and dining options. The Denbigh commercial area adds additional choices without requiring a long drive.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know the 23602 market well — reach out to get honest, current guidance on 208 Captains Lane and what it means for your next move.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

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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 an established residential neighborhood in the Denbigh area of north Newport News, on the upper Virginia Peninsula. The community is made up primarily of traditional single-family homes, including colonial and ranch-style houses on settled lots.

$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

$2,690/mo

Principal & interest

$2,179

Property tax

$388

Home insurance

$123

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

106% 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

$330,000 – $404,500

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.

139 Eastwood DR · 0.4 mi · 1,560 sqft$339,900 sold 2026-06
90 Saint Croix DR · 0.7 mi · 1,924 sqft$345,000 sold 2026-06
225 Shadywood DR · 0.5 mi · 1,484 sqft$369,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$420,000

Price / Sq Ft

$235

Annual Taxes

$4,655

Monthly Tax

$388

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.11%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 15, 2026$420,000—
Price reducedJul 24, 2026$420,000−$5,000
Currently listed—$420,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

6% 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.

The people

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208 Captains Ln, Newport News, Virginia 23602 · MLS #10639584 · 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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