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Newport NewsROBINSON TERRACE208 Collins Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10645541 · record updated Aug 6, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$265,000
$263 / sqft · est. $1,650/mo →
3beds
1baths
1,008sqft
13days on market

208 Collins Dr, Newport News, VA 23601

ActiveResidential · built 1963 · ROBINSON TERRACE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath residence that offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience! From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the inviting front deck complete with a wheelchair-accessible ramp—an ideal space to relax with your morning coffee or unwind in the evening.Inside, the home features an updated kitchen with beautiful granite countertops, modern appliances, and plenty of cabinet space, making meal preparation both functional and enjoyable. The spacious living areas and well-appointed bedrooms provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere that's ready for you to make your own.Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new HVAC system, providing energy-efficient comfort throughout every season. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a great investment opportunity, this move-in-ready home is one you won't want to miss!

Listing courtesy of Rebecca McKee · Mission Realty Group LLC · REIN MLS #10645541

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

208 Collins Drive is a 1,008-square-foot, three-bedroom ranch in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1963 and sitting just 11 minutes from Langley AFB. It's a compact, manageable home in a city with deep military roots and everyday conveniences close at hand.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 208 Collins Drive apart is its straightforward single-story layout — no stairs, no wasted hallways, just a practical floor plan that makes every square foot count. Built in 1963, the home carries the solid construction character of that era. One full bath keeps things simple, and the modest footprint means lower utility costs and easier upkeep for anyone who'd rather spend weekends exploring the Peninsula than maintaining a sprawling property.

ROBINSON TERRACE and the Newport News real estate market

Collins Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Newport News — a city that stretches from the James River waterfront all the way up to the York County line and has been shaped for generations by its military and maritime heritage. The streets around this address are lined with similar mid-century ranches, giving the area a consistent, grounded character that's held up well over the decades. Neighbors tend to be long-timers mixed with newer arrivals drawn by the city's affordability and central Peninsula location. Newport News itself offers a surprising range of experiences: world-class museums, waterfront parks, a walkable downtown arts district, and a network of trails that connects neighborhoods across the city. Daily errands are easy — groceries, pharmacies, and dining options are all within a short drive. The city's position between Langley AFB to the north and Fort Eustis to the southwest makes it one of the most strategically located addresses on the Virginia Peninsula for military households.

What's nearby

Everyday life is well-supported from Collins Drive. Patrick Henry Mall is roughly 10 minutes east for major retail and dining. The Virginia Living Museum and Mariners' Museum Park are both within a 10–15 minute drive, making weekend outings genuinely easy. Riverside Regional Medical Center is close by for healthcare needs. Grocery options including Food Lion and Harris Teeter locations are accessible within a few miles. Newport News Park — one of the largest municipal parks on the East Coast — is a short drive north, offering trails, a reservoir, and open green space that's hard to match in a city setting.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

At 11 minutes to Langley AFB and 18 minutes to Fort Eustis, 208 Collins Drive is a practical choice for active-duty households on the Peninsula. The single-story layout is easy to maintain during deployments, and Newport News is well-versed in supporting military families through every PCS cycle. A VA loan is a natural fit here for eligible buyers looking to put that benefit to work.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 208 Collins Drive offers a low-maintenance entry point — a manageable 1,008 square feet, a single-story layout, and a 1963 build that's proven its staying power. Newport News gives you city amenities without city-center prices, and a three-bedroom footprint means room to grow or host without feeling cramped from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 208 Collins Drive from Langley AFB?

The drive from 208 Collins Drive to the main gate at Langley AFB is approximately 11 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient off-base addresses on the Peninsula.

How far is 208 Collins Drive from Fort Eustis?

Fort Eustis is about 18 minutes southwest of Collins Drive, a manageable commute for soldiers and civilian employees assigned to that installation.

What is the property type and layout at 208 Collins Drive?

208 Collins Drive is a single-family residential home built in 1963, offering a single-story ranch layout with three bedrooms, one full bath, and 1,008 square feet of living space.

Is 208 Collins Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 208 Collins Drive is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.

What grocery and retail options are near 208 Collins Drive?

Several grocery stores including Food Lion and Harris Teeter locations are within a few miles, and Patrick Henry Mall — with a full range of retail and dining — is roughly 10 minutes away.

Want to see 208 Collins Drive in person or talk through what ownership on the Peninsula looks like? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail.

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

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.

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1963

Price / sqft

$263

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,372/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10645541

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,008
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Pantry
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan
Accessibility
Level Flooring, Ramp

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl, Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2300
Subdivision
ROBINSON TERRACE
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, 1 Space, Off Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Pet on Premises

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

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

Ivy Farms

Ivy Farms is an established neighborhood in central Newport News, set within the 23601 ZIP code off Warwick Boulevard and J. Clyde Morris Boulevard near Christopher Newport University.

$310K

Median sale · 12 mo

$176

Sold $/sq ft

10d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$56K

HH income

48.9%

Owner-occupied

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

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Newport News real estate

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

$1,650/mo

Principal & interest

$1,375

Property tax

$198

Home insurance

$77

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

122% of $217,900

City assessment record · taxes $2,372/yr

Land share of assessed value

28% — $60,500

Improvements $157,400 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$222,800$284,000

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.

632 Daniel DR · 0.1 mi · 1,008 sqft$238,000 sold 2026-03
639 Daniel Dr · 0 mi · 1,050 sqft$275,000 sold 2026-08
23 Sinton RD · 0.7 mi · 1,000 sqft$272,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$265,000

Price / Sq Ft

$263

Annual Taxes

$2,372

Monthly Tax

$198

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.90%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 24, 2026$265,000
Currently listed$265,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

22% above assessment

Total Assessed

$217,900

Land

$60,500

Improvement

$157,400

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

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

13 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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 208 Collins Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Joseph H. Saunders Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), Homer L. Hines Middle (VaHome School Score 2.4/10), Warwick (VaHome School Score 3.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 208 Collins 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 208 Collins Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 208 Collins Dr built?+
It was built in 1963, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Rebecca McKee · Mission Realty Group LLC · REIN MLS #10645541

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208 Collins Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23601 · MLS #10645541 · 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.