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Listing courtesy of Tyrone Simons · The Virginia Real Estate Firm · REIN MLS #10594573

Facts & features

TypeResidential

Year built1971

Price / sqft$146

HOANone

Taxes$3,112/yr

CountyNewport News VA

MLS #10594573

Interior

Bedrooms: 3
Full baths: 1
Half baths: 1
Approx. sqft: 1,506
Stories: 1
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath: Yes
Total rooms: 9
Appliances: Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Construction & exterior

Style: Ranch
Subtype: Detached
Foundation: Crawl
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: Aluminum
Pool: No Pool
Fencing: Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size: 0.2200
Subdivision: ALL OTHERS AREA 110
Zoning: R3
Ownership: Fee Simple
Garage: No
Parking: Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession: CLOSING
Disclosures: Disclosure Statement, Lis Pendens, Related to Seller

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 221 Picard Drive, a three-bedroom, one-bath home in Newport News built in 1971. Sitting on a quarter-acre lot, this 1,506-square-foot residence offers solid bones and straightforward living. You're just seven minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, making it convenient for base commuters.

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Why this home stands out

This home gives you room to work with on a manageable lot. The layout spans 1,506 square feet across three bedrooms and a full bath plus a half bath, so there's space for a home office, guest room, or storage. Built in the early 1970s, the structure has proven durability. You'll find the neighborhood quiet and accessible, with quick routes to both major employers and everyday errands.

ALL OTHERS AREA 110 and the Newport News real estate market

The ALL OTHERS AREA 110 neighborhood sits in a residential pocket of Newport News where tree-lined streets and modest single-family homes create a stable, lived-in character. Most homes here date from the 1960s and 1970s, giving the area a consistent, established feel. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep maritime and military roots. The city balances industrial heritage with growing residential and commercial districts. Getting around is straightforward—major roads like Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard connect you to shopping, dining, and employment centers. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Newport News will notice the city's affordability and proximity to the Peninsula's major employers. Base commuters appreciate the short drive times to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. La Peña Horeb Spanish Restaurant and Great Wall Restaurant sit within a half mile, alongside Dino's Pizza Shop for quick bites. Grocery stops include BP, Far Eastern Food Store, and Scents By Scales, all under a mile away. For fitness, American Iron Barbell Club Newport News, Breathe Ez Fitness Studio, and Modern American Mixed Martial Arts are nearby. Warwick Courthouse Historic Park and Nicewood Park offer green space and recreation. A 7-Eleven and McDonald's provide quick coffee and convenience stops.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Seven minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis puts this home within the comfortable commute range for active-duty and civilian personnel. VA loan financing is widely available in this market. The straightforward layout and established neighborhood mean you can settle in quickly without major renovation demands.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms and a full bath plus half bath give you flexibility to grow into the space. The quarter-acre lot is manageable yet offers room for a small garden or outdoor projects. Storage and layout work well for anyone needing a home office or hobby space. The 1,506-square-foot footprint keeps maintenance straightforward while the structure's proven durability means you're buying stability.

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

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

HighDenbigh High School

3.6/10

MiddleMary Passage Middle School

3/10

ElementaryT. Ryland Sanford Elementary School

3.6/10

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.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

15min·6.8mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

20min·10mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

29min·17.5mi

Camp Peary

DoD

25min·19.2mi

NSA HR

Navy

40min·29.3mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510103

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510103

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’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

30.7 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’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhoodDenbigh

Denbigh is a settled neighborhood in Newport News, Virginia. It has a mix of single-family homes and other classic home types. The streets are lined with trees.

$364KMedian sale · 12 mo

$203Sold $/sq ft

14dDays on market

4For sale now

$93KHH income

60.8%Owner-occupied

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

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CostPayment 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

$1,465/mo

Down payment20% · $44,000

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

Principal & interest

$1,142

Property tax

$259

Home insurance

$64

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 & historyComparables

Asking vs. assessment78% of $282,000City assessment record · taxes $3,112/yr

Land share of assessed value24% · $66,600Improvements $215,400 · assessor record ✓

Price context: similar nearby homes$225,000 – $330,000The 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.

109 Chambers RD · 0.3 mi · 1,477 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-05

14309 Penrith LN · 0.6 mi · 1,530 sqft$297,000 sold 2026-04

806 Carnation DR · 0.4 mi · 1,652 sqft$325,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$220,000

Price / Sq Ft

$146

Annual Taxes

$3,112

Monthly Tax

$259

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.41%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Sep 23, 2025	$220,000	—
Price reduced	Nov 9, 2026	$220,000	−$9,900
Sold	Nov 5, 2026	$220,000	—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

22% below assessment

Total Assessed

$282,000

Land

$66,600

Improvement

$215,400

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.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

Home	Price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	$ / sqft
221 Picard Drthis home	$220,000	3	1.1	1,506	$146
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 221 Picard Dr in a good school zone?

The assigned zones on the listing record are T. Ryland Sanford Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), Mary Passage Middle (VaHome School Score 3/10), Denbigh (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.

Is 221 Picard 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 221 Picard Dr have an HOA?

No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

When was 221 Picard Dr built?

It was built in 1971, 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 Tyrone Simons · The Virginia Real Estate Firm · REIN MLS #10594573

221 Picard Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23608 · MLS #10594573 · 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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OverviewAbout this home

Facts & features

Our read on this home

Why this home stands out

ALL OTHERS AREA 110 and the Newport News real estate market

What's nearby

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Room to grow

More buyer questions

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

How Far Is?

Also nearby

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Military Commute

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Explore this neighborhoodDenbigh

CostPayment calculator

Estimate your monthly payment

Value & historyComparables

Sale & Tax History

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Public-Records Assessment

Comparable Properties

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Questions buyers ask

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Flood Risk (FEMA)