8 days on market
$319,999
218 Collins Dr
Newport News, Virginia 23601
MLS# 10636599 · ROBINSON TERRACE · Newport News VA
Updated Jun 4, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,955/mo
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Price / sq ft
$227
1,410 sq ft
Days on market
8
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1963
63 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,410
Garage
No
About this home
This well-maintained ranch-style home sits on a large lot in the Robinson Terrace subdivision in the Harpersville area of Newport News. With updates throughout, this single-story home offers comfortable, practical living. The interior features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, modern fixtures, lots of space. The home includes 2 full, updated bathrooms and a simple, functional layout that suits a variety of…
Listed by Laura McGuire · VA Realty Professionals
VaHome Team property overview
218 Collins Drive is a 1,410-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style home built in 1963 in Newport News, Virginia. With Robinson-Bruton Park just two-tenths of a mile away and Joint Base Langley-Eustis roughly eleven minutes out, the location does a lot of the heavy lifting.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 218 Collins Drive apart is the combination of a compact, manageable footprint and a location that punches well above its weight. A 1963 build means solid mid-century bones — think concrete block construction and a low-profile roofline — while the surrounding block has a settled, established feel that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. You're close to everything without living on top of a busy corridor.
ROBINSON TERRACE and the Newport News real estate market
Collins Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Newport News that has been home to working families for decades. The streets here are lined with mature trees, and the lots have the kind of depth that gives neighbors a little breathing room. It's the sort of block where people know each other's names. If you've been browsing homes for sale in Newport News Virginia, you'll notice this part of the city — roughly between the Warwick and Denbigh corridors — offers a grounded, no-frills lifestyle that's increasingly hard to find. Newport News itself stretches from the James River waterfront all the way up to the York County line, giving residents access to a wide range of parks, dining, and cultural venues. The city is home to one of the largest shipyards on the East Coast, a thriving arts scene anchored by the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, and easy interstate access to both Virginia Beach and Richmond.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from Collins Drive. Robinson-Bruton Park is a two-minute walk — great for morning routines or afternoon wind-downs. Within a mile you'll also find Beechlake Park and the Dog Park at Sandy Bottom Nature Park, so pets and kids are well covered. Vinny's Pizza and Pasta, Jimmy John's, and Subway are all within half a mile for quick meals. Starbucks is just over half a mile away when you need a proper coffee run. For groceries, CIA Grocery II Corporation, Game's Farmers Market, and Sin Fronteras Latin Store are all within 0.7 miles, giving you solid variety. Pivot Performance and Tidewater Performance Center round out the fitness options nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis — Langley side — is about eleven minutes from the front door, and the Fort Eustis side clocks in around eighteen. That kind of dual-base access is genuinely rare on the Peninsula. A VA loan can make a three-bedroom home like this one an efficient move for active-duty members and veterans looking to put down roots between PCS cycles.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring homes for sale in Newport News for the first time, 218 Collins Drive offers a realistic entry point into homeownership without sacrificing location. Three bedrooms and two full baths in 1,410 square feet is a practical layout that works for a couple, a small family, or anyone who wants a dedicated guest room. The established neighborhood means lower surprise costs compared to newer construction.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 218 Collins Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The Langley side of Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately eleven minutes by car, while the Fort Eustis side is around eighteen minutes — making this address a practical choice for service members assigned to either installation.
What is the lot and home size at 218 Collins Drive?
The home offers 1,410 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1963 on a residential lot in Newport News, Virginia.
Is 218 Collins Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate designation.
Are there parks within walking distance of 218 Collins Drive?
Yes — Robinson-Bruton Park is just 0.2 miles away, making it an easy walk, and Beechlake Park and the Dog Park at Sandy Bottom Nature Park are both under a mile from the front door.
Does 218 Collins Drive have a garage or basement?
Specific structural details like garage type and basement presence for this 1963-built home are confirmed in the full property data shown on this listing page.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Newport News well. Reach out to get straightforward answers about 218 Collins Drive and what it takes to make it yours.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,410
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$319,999
Price / Sq Ft
$227
Annual Taxes
$2,410
Monthly Tax
$201
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.75%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 27, 2026 | $319,999 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $319,999 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched Jun 4, 2026.
Total Assessed
$295,900
Land
$60,500
Improvement
$235,400
Parcel ID: 215000628
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About buying in Newport News
Homes for sale in Newport News, VA span from historic Hilton Village's English-Tudor cottages (23601) to brand-new construction in Port Warwick and City Center at Oyster Point (23606), to affordable family homes in Denbigh and Riverside (23608). As one of the longest cities in the U.S. — stretching over 30 miles along the James River — Newport News effectively contains three distinct real estate markets: the lower peninsula (23601-23607) closer to Hampton and Williamsburg, with established neighborhoods and pre-war homes; the middle peninsula (23608, 23606) with modern subdivisions and Oyster Point's office park; and the upper peninsula (23602, 23603) closer to Williamsburg and the Mariners' Museum. Newport News' biggest employer is Huntington Ingalls Industries / Newport News Shipbuilding — Virginia's largest industrial employer, building U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and submarines. Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis portion) is also in Newport News. Public schools include Menchville High, Heritage High, Denbigh High, and Warwick High, with Menchville historically among the top performers. Median home prices run $250K-$450K with select luxury inventory in Riverside and Port Warwick exceeding $700K. The Newport News MLS listings below refresh every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,955/moPrincipal & interest
$1,660
Property tax
$201
Home insurance
$93
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by VA Realty Professionals · MLS# 10636599
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$319,999
218 Collins DR, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23601
Newport News, Virginia 23601
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