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Newport NewsCOLLEGE PARK249 Batson Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10637532 · record updated Jul 27, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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3beds
2baths
1,254sqft
64days on market

249 Batson Dr, Newport News, VA 23602

ActiveResidential · built 1981 · COLLEGE PARK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1981

Price / sqft

$247

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,723/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10637532

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,254
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Screened Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wire,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2000
Subdivision
COLLEGE PARK
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

This beautifully updated rancher is move-in ready with a complete 2021 makeover that included new roof, windows, kitchen, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, updated bathrooms, laminate flooring, carpet and paint. Enjoy relaxing on the screened porch while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this charming home offers a cozy, private feel with nothing but nature behind you. The expansive yard provides endless possibilities to create your own backyard oasis.

Listing courtesy of Diana Williams · Atlantic Coast Realty Corp · REIN MLS #10637532

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 249 Batson Drive — a three-bedroom, two-bath ranch in Newport News, Virginia 23602, built in 1981 and offering 1,254 square feet of single-level living just ten minutes from Fort Eustis and eighteen minutes from Langley AFB.

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Why this home stands out

Single-level living is genuinely hard to find at this size in Newport News, and Batson Drive delivers it without compromise. The 1981 ranch footprint keeps everything on one floor — no stairs, no split levels, just a straightforward layout that works for a wide range of households. Young's Mill Park sits half a mile away, grocery and dining options cluster within a mile, and two major military installations are a short commute in opposite directions.

COLLEGE PARK and the Newport News real estate market

Batson Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Newport News — a city that punches well above its weight for everyday livability. Newport News stretches from the James River up to the York County line, and the 23602 zip code occupies the northern end of that corridor, where neighborhoods feel more suburban and spread out. Streets here tend to be low-traffic, with modest single-family homes on established lots and mature trees that give the area a settled, comfortable character. City parks, recreation fields, and greenway access are woven throughout the area, so outdoor time is never far. Families comparing Newport News homes for sale often land in this zip because it threads the needle between affordability and convenience — close to shopping, dining, and both Fort Eustis and Langley AFB without sitting directly in the congestion of downtown or the Peninsula's busiest corridors.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Batson Drive. Food Lion is six-tenths of a mile away for routine grocery runs, and Colony Food Market is just a mile out. When you want to eat out, Dairy Queen Grill & Chill is practically around the corner at half a mile, with Okinii Hibachi & Sushi and Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant both under a mile. Coffee is covered by a Starbucks at 0.7 miles, plus a Raceway and a 7-Eleven nearby. Planet Fitness is 0.6 miles away for workouts, and Young's Mill Park at 0.5 miles gives you green space and trails, while River Farms Park Soccer Fields is just 0.8 miles out.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Fort Eustis is ten minutes away and Langley AFB is eighteen — that kind of dual-base accessibility is a real asset when orders change or a spouse works at a different installation. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward, and the single-level layout means no stair-climbing after a long duty day. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School and homes for sale zoned for Willis A. Jenkins Elementary School will find this address falls right in that attendance zone.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms, two baths, and everything on one floor — 249 Batson Drive is a clean, manageable starting point for a first home. The 1981 ranch style keeps the floor plan intuitive, and the surrounding neighborhood is established and quiet. Homes for sale in 23602 at this size and configuration give first-time buyers a realistic foothold in Newport News without overextending on square footage or complexity.

More buyer questions

How far is 249 Batson Drive from Fort Eustis?

Fort Eustis (Joint Base Langley-Eustis) is approximately ten minutes from 249 Batson Drive under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more commuter-friendly locations in the 23602 zip code for soldiers and civilian employees at the base.

How far is 249 Batson Drive from Langley AFB?

Langley Air Force Base is roughly eighteen minutes away, a manageable drive that keeps this address viable for airmen and DoD civilians assigned there — especially useful for dual-military households split between the two installations.

Is 249 Batson Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check that section for the most accurate designation.

What parks are near 249 Batson Drive?

Young's Mill Park is just half a mile away and offers green space and trails, while River Farms Park Soccer Fields is 0.8 miles out — a solid combination for families and anyone who likes outdoor activity close to home.

Does 249 Batson Drive have a garage?

Garage details for this specific property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a showing — the 1981 ranch-style build in this neighborhood commonly includes an attached garage, but configuration can vary by unit.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Newport News well — reach out to get a straight answer on 249 Batson Drive 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

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Summerlake

Summerlake is an established residential community in the Denbigh area of upper Newport News, situated off Boxley Boulevard between Warwick Boulevard and Menchville Road in the 23602 ZIP code.

$315K

Median sale · 12 mo

$217

Sold $/sq ft

15d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$107K

HH income

86.7%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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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

$2,009/mo

Principal & interest

$1,609

Property tax

$310

Home insurance

$90

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

102% of $303,100

City assessment record · taxes $3,723/yr

Land share of assessed value

20% — $61,600

Improvements $241,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$250,000$390,000

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.

159 Hidden Lake PL · 0.3 mi · 1,150 sqft$250,000 sold 2026-03
272 Menchville RD · 0.6 mi · 1,393 sqft$319,500 sold 2026-02
232 Menchville RD · 0.4 mi · 1,447 sqft$290,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$310,000

Price / Sq Ft

$247

Annual Taxes

$3,723

Monthly Tax

$310

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.20%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 1, 2026$310,000
Price reducedJul 28, 2026$310,000−$5,000
Currently listed$310,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$303,100

Land

$61,600

Improvement

$241,500

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

64 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

Is 249 Batson Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Willis A. Jenkins Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), 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 249 Batson 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.
Is there a gym near 249 Batson Dr?+
Yes — Planet Fitness is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 249 Batson Dr?+
Young's Mill is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 249 Batson Dr?+
Food Lion is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (0.5 mi).
Does 249 Batson Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 249 Batson Dr built?+
It was built in 1981, 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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