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Newport News › ROBINSON TERRACE › 265 Benns Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10619991 · record updated Apr 15, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$289,999
$232 / sqft · est. $1,879/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,250sqft
85days on market

265 Benns Rd, Newport News, VA 23601

ActiveResidential · built 1968 · ROBINSON TERRACE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome home to this well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch style home tucked away on a quiet cul de sac. Designed for easy one level living, this home offers a functional layout with spacious bedrooms, comfortable living areas, and plenty of natural light throughout. The kitchen and dining areas flow seamlessly, making everyday living and entertaining a breeze. Pride of ownership is evident, with thoughtful care and upkeep throughout the home. Enjoy the peace and privacy of the cul-de-sac setting, along with a yard for relaxing, gardening, or outdoor gatherings. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major routes, this home combines comfort, convenience, and charm ready for its next owner to move right in.

Listing courtesy of Zackery Britt · World Class Realty & Prop Mgmt · REIN MLS #10619991

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 265 Benns Road — a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Newport News' Robinson Terrace neighborhood, built in 1968 and offering 1,250 square feet of living space just ten minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB).

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Why this home stands out

Robinson Terrace has the kind of established, tree-lined character that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. At 1,250 square feet, 265 Benns Road fits the sweet spot for a household that wants real living space without the upkeep of an oversized footprint. Add a park literally two-tenths of a mile away and a Wawa half a mile out, and daily life here runs on easy mode.

ROBINSON TERRACE and the Newport News real estate market

Robinson Terrace sits in the heart of Newport News — one of the most livable mid-sized cities on the Virginia Peninsula. The neighborhood dates to the mid-20th century and carries that era's hallmarks: generous lots, mature trees, and streets where neighbors actually know each other. If you've been browsing homes for sale newport news va, Robinson Terrace stands out for its balance of accessibility and residential calm. You're close enough to Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard to reach everything quickly, yet far enough back to feel genuinely residential. Newport News itself stretches from the James River to the York River, giving residents access to waterfront parks, a vibrant arts scene, and a diverse dining corridor — all without the congestion of larger metro areas. City services are solid, the street grid is easy to navigate, and the mix of long-term owners and newer arrivals keeps the neighborhood feeling both stable and fresh.

What's nearby

Robinson-Bruton Park is a two-minute walk from the front door — great for morning routines or afternoon wind-downs. Beechlake Park is just half a mile out, and the Dog Park at Sandy Bottom Nature Park is under a mile away for four-legged members of the household. Grab coffee at Starbucks in under five minutes, or swing by Wawa — both are within 0.6 miles. Hong Kong Restaurant covers a quick weeknight dinner, and for groceries you've got CIA Grocery II Corporation, Sin Fronteras Latin Store, and Game's Farmers Market all within a mile. Pivot Performance and Tidewater Performance Center are both 0.7 miles out for your fitness routine.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is about ten minutes away, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is roughly eighteen — making 265 Benns Road a practical home base for active-duty households at either installation. BAH rates for the Newport News area are structured to support Peninsula housing, and a VA loan can make ownership here straightforward. Short commutes mean more time at home.

For first-time buyers

If you're starting your newport news property search, 265 Benns Road checks a lot of boxes: a manageable 1,250 square feet, a neighborhood with real character, and everyday conveniences within walking or biking distance. The 1968 construction means solid bones without the quirks of older stock. Three bedrooms gives you room to grow, and two full baths means no morning traffic jams.

More buyer questions

How far is 265 Benns Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB)?

The drive is approximately 10 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the Langley side of the installation on the Virginia Peninsula.

What neighborhood is 265 Benns Road in?

The property is located in Robinson Terrace, an established mid-century neighborhood in Newport News, Virginia, known for mature landscaping and a central Peninsula location.

Is there a park within walking distance of 265 Benns Road?

Yes — Robinson-Bruton Park is just 0.2 miles away, and Beechlake Park is about half a mile out, so green space is genuinely walkable from this address.

Does 265 Benns Road fall in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date classification.

What grocery stores are near 265 Benns Road?

CIA Grocery II Corporation and Sin Fronteras Latin Store are both within 0.8 miles, and Game's Farmers Market is about a mile away — solid everyday options without a long drive.

Ready to take a closer look at 265 Benns Road? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Robinson Terrace well — reach out and let's get you inside.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1968

Price / sqft

$232

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,481/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10619991

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,250
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Workshop
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Wood
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
ROBINSON TERRACE
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · 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.

$308K

Median sale · 12 mo

$175

Sold $/sq ft

11d

Days on market

3

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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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

$1,879/mo

Principal & interest

$1,505

Property tax

$290

Home insurance

$85

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

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

$200,000 – $309,900

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.

21 Frederick DR · 1.6 mi · 1,207 sqft$309,900 sold 2026-02
557 Beech DR · 1.7 mi · 1,300 sqft$270,000 sold 2026-06
114 Henry Clay RD · 1.8 mi · 1,202 sqft$270,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$289,999

Price / Sq Ft

$232

Annual Taxes

$3,481

Monthly Tax

$290

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.20%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedFeb 13, 2026$289,999—
Currently listed—$289,999—

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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Market tempo

85 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 265 Benns Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Joseph H. Saunders Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Homer L. Hines Middle (GreatSchools 2/10), Warwick (GreatSchools 4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 265 Benns Rd 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 265 Benns Rd?+
Yes — Pivot Performance is about 0.7 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 265 Benns Rd?+
Robinson-Bruton Park is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 265 Benns Rd?+
CIA Grocery II Corporation is about 0.8 miles away. The closest dining on record is Wawa (0.5 mi).
Does 265 Benns Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 265 Benns Rd built?+
It was built in 1968, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Zackery Britt · World Class Realty & Prop Mgmt · REIN MLS #10619991

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265 Benns Rd, Newport News, Virginia 23601 · MLS #10619991 · 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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