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3beds
1baths
1,019sqft
19days on market

266 Monroe Ave, Newport News, VA 23608

ActiveResidential · built 1970 · RICHNECK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1970

Price / sqft

$245

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,821/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10652850

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,019
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Utility Room
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Heat Pump, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2600
Subdivision
RICHNECK
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, 2 Space, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Seller is offering a Flooring Credit. Don't let that CARPET fool you. This listing offers timeless value and practical one-level living, 3-bedroom, 1-bath and 1,019 square feet of comfortable living space, plus an attached garage and detached storage shed. This home has been cared for over the years, with important updates including a new roof and hot water heater in 2026. The spacious lot is a standout for the neighborhood, with a cul-de-sac along one side and wooded privacy behind the property. Conveniently located near military bases, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this classic ranch offers a combination of location, functionality, and long-term value! Come check it out!

Listing courtesy of Mark Dutton · KW Allegiance · REIN MLS #10652850

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

This three-bedroom, one-bath home sits in Newport News with quick access to Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Built in 1970, it offers 1,019 square feet on a modest lot. You're minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, and parks.

Keep searching in Newport News

See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23608, homes for sale zoned for Woodside High School, and homes for sale zoned for Richneck Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Newport News — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Windsor Great Park homes for sale, Newport News waterfront homes for sale, Newport News condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Newport News.

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Why this home stands out

A compact, straightforward home that doesn't demand renovation before you move in. The 1970s layout gives you three separate bedrooms and a dedicated living area. Location is the real win here: you're seven minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis and twelve from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. Homes for sale in 23608 at this price point and commute distance don't sit long.

RICHNECK and the Newport News real estate market

You're in a working neighborhood where people know their street. The blocks here are lined with modest single-family homes, many built in the same era, creating a consistent, unpretentious character. Daily life is easy: grocery stores and restaurants sit within a half-mile walk, and Colony Pines Park is right there for outdoor time. Newport News itself is a city with real roots—shipbuilding, military heritage, and a waterfront that's slowly coming back to life. Getting around is straightforward on a grid of local streets. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Newport News will find this address's commute advantage hard to beat.

What's nearby

Tindahan and La Norteña Latin Store are both a short walk for groceries. M P International rounds out your options within a half-mile. Cazadores Mexican Grill Carniceria and Catrin Cantina handle dinner without a car trip. Uptown Nutrition & Energy and Wawa are quick stops for coffee. Colony Pines Park sits a half-mile away for a walk or playground time. CrossFit Liquid is nearby if you're looking for a gym.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Seven minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and twelve to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown make this address a natural fit for base commuters. VA loan financing is common in this price range and neighborhood. The home needs no major system repairs, so you can settle in fast.

Room to grow

Three separate bedrooms give you room to spread out or carve out a home office. The 1,019 square feet is efficient without feeling cramped. A modest yard offers space for a grill or garden without overwhelming upkeep. The straightforward layout makes it easy to add storage or reconfigure rooms to suit your needs.

More buyer questions

How far is 266 Monroe Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

About seven minutes by car. It's one of the shortest commutes you'll find in the Newport News area.

What zoning applies to this address?

This address falls within homes for sale zoned for Richneck Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Woodside High School boundaries.

Is there grocery shopping nearby?

Yes. Tindahan, La Norteña Latin Store, and M P International are all within a half-mile, so you can walk or drive in minutes.

What's the neighborhood like?

It's a stable, working-class neighborhood with single-family homes built mostly in the 1960s and 1970s. People are friendly, and the streets are quiet.

How close is Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

About twelve minutes by car. It's the second-nearest military installation to this address.

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

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Newport News$210K – $290K3+ beds

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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 AE · base flood elevation 28 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510103

Flood Risk

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Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Windsor Great Park

Windsor Great Park is a settled neighborhood of houses in the Denbigh area of north Newport News. It is home to one of the Virginia Peninsula's longest-running community pools.

$352K

Median sale · 12 mo

$206

Sold $/sq ft

19d

Days on market

4

For sale now

$71K

HH income

42.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$1,605/mo

Principal & interest

$1,297

Property tax

$235

Home insurance

$73

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

107% of $232,600

City assessment record · taxes $2,821/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $69,600

Improvements $163,000 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$116,025 – $312,000

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.

3955 Palomino DR #303 · 2.2 mi · 1,049 sqft$116,025 sold 2026-04
3955 Palomino DR #201 · 2.2 mi · 1,049 sqft$125,000 sold 2026-03
112 Jenness LN · 2 mi · 1,100 sqft$220,000 sold 2026-02

Own a home nearby? See what it is worth today — What's your Newport News home worth?

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$249,900

Price / Sq Ft

$245

Annual Taxes

$2,821

Monthly Tax

$235

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.13%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 12, 2026$249,900—
Price reducedSep 29, 2026$249,900−$5,100
Currently listed—$249,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

7% above assessment

Total Assessed

$232,600

Land

$69,600

Improvement

$163,000

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

19 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 266 Monroe Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Richneck Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.2/10), Ella Fitzgerald Middle, Woodside (VaHome School Score 4.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 266 Monroe Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 28 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Does 266 Monroe Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 266 Monroe Ave built?+
It was built in 1970, 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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266 Monroe Ave, Newport News, Virginia 23608 · MLS #10652850 · 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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