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Newport NewsMERRY POINT ESTATES29 Indigo Dam Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10617591 · record updated Jul 12, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$890,000
$201 / sqft · est. $5,750/mo →
4beds
5baths
4,431sqft
166days on market

29 Indigo Dam Rd, Newport News, VA 23606

ActiveResidential · built 1976 · MERRY POINT ESTATES

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Lake.

Frontage

Lake ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Heart of Hidenwood - Beautifully situated on a generous parcel on tranquil Indigo Lake, this exceptional residence offers privacy, space, and a serene waterfront setting. Featuring 3 Large bedrooms and 5 well-appointed bathrooms, office, sunroom, loft, open and spacious great room, the home is designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining. Expansive living areas are filled with natural light, while the surrounding land provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment. Whether you're relaxing by the lake, hosting guests, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting, this property offers a rare combination of space, nature, and refined living.

Listing courtesy of Michael Nachman-Adelson · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · REIN MLS #10617591

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 29 Indigo Dam Road — a four-bedroom, five-bath home on nearly a full acre in Merry Point Estates, Newport News. With 4,431 square feet built in 1976, this property delivers generous space, a substantial lot, and easy access to two major military installations.

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Why this home stands out

Nearly an acre of land inside city limits is genuinely rare, and 29 Indigo Dam Road sits on 0.98 of them. The 4,431-square-foot footprint gives every member of the household room to spread out — four bedrooms, five baths, and the kind of square footage that makes a home feel like it actually fits your life rather than the other way around. The 1976 construction era means solid bones and generous room proportions that newer builds rarely replicate.

MERRY POINT ESTATES and the Newport News real estate market

Merry Point Estates is one of Newport News's quieter, more established residential pockets — the kind of neighborhood where mature trees line the streets and lot sizes remind you that space was once a design priority. The area sits in the northern reaches of Newport News, close to the Christopher Newport University campus and the James River shoreline, giving it a calm, almost suburban-rural feel without sacrificing city convenience. If you've been browsing houses for sale newport news and wondering where the larger lots hide, this corridor is one of the answers. Newport News itself spans from the James River to the York River and carries a deep maritime and military heritage — home to one of the largest shipyards in the country, a thriving arts scene, and a park system that stretches for miles. The city's northern end, where Merry Point Estates sits, tends to attract buyers who want breathing room alongside access to everything the Peninsula has to offer.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. The Commons, Discover the Abstractions, and Regattas are all within a mile, so a casual dinner or a weekend lunch requires almost no effort. Blount Point Cemetery — a quiet, historically significant green space — is just half a mile away and makes for a reflective afternoon walk. CNU Volleyball Court and The Great Lawn are both under a mile out, putting active outdoor time well within reach. Christopher Newport University's campus energy adds a lively undercurrent to the surrounding streets without overwhelming the residential calm of the immediate neighborhood.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is about 15 minutes away, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is roughly 17 — both well within a comfortable commute window. A VA loan can make a home at this square footage and lot size more accessible than many families expect. BAH rates for the Hampton Roads area are among the stronger allowances in the country, and a property like this one is worth running the numbers on.

For families upgrading

If your current home has started feeling like it's working against you — not enough bedrooms, not enough bathrooms, not enough yard — 29 Indigo Dam Road answers all three. Four bedrooms and five baths handle a busy household without the daily scheduling conflicts, and nearly an acre gives kids genuine outdoor space. This is the kind of house for sale newport news buyers move up to when they're done compromising.

More buyer questions

How far is 29 Indigo Dam Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?

The drive to Fort Eustis is approximately 15 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts this address well within the commute range most service members target when searching the Peninsula.

What neighborhood is 29 Indigo Dam Road in?

The property sits in Merry Point Estates, an established residential neighborhood in the northern section of Newport News, Virginia. The area is known for its larger lots, mature landscaping, and proximity to the Christopher Newport University campus.

How much land does 29 Indigo Dam Road sit on?

The lot measures 0.98 acres — just under a full acre — which is notably generous for an in-city Newport News address. That amount of outdoor space opens up options for gardening, entertaining, play areas, or simply having a buffer from neighboring properties.

Is 29 Indigo Dam Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing that data and consulting with your insurance agent before making any decisions.

What are the closest restaurants and parks to 29 Indigo Dam Road?

The Commons, Discover the Abstractions, and Regattas are all within about a mile, covering everything from a quick bite to a sit-down dinner. For outdoor time, Blount Point Cemetery is half a mile away, and The Great Lawn and CNU Volleyball Court are both under a mile from the front door.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Merry Point Estates and the broader Newport News market well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your next move.

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

1976

Price / sqft

$201

HOA

None

Taxes

$10,465/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10617591

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
5
Approx. sqft
4,431
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Contemp
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Lake

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9800
Subdivision
MERRY POINT ESTATES
Zoning
R2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car
Possession
AT SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Newport News waterfront homes.

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · 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

Evacuation Zone D

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

Explore this neighborhood

Hidenwood

Hidenwood is an established residential neighborhood in Newport News, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and mix of single-family homes.

$345K

Median sale · 12 mo

$211

Sold $/sq ft

41d

Days on market

6

For sale now

$86K

HH income

63.1%

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

$5,750/mo

Principal & interest

$4,618

Property tax

$872

Home insurance

$260

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

Asking vs. assessment

102% of $874,400

City assessment record · taxes $10,465/yr

Land share of assessed value

40% — $347,200

Improvements $527,200 · assessor record ✓

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

$650,000$970,000

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.

5 Valentine CT · 0.4 mi · 3,863 sqft$825,000 sold 2026-07
319 Parkway DR · 1 mi · 4,300 sqft$795,000 sold 2026-06
174 Point Heron DR · 0.8 mi · 4,912 sqft$970,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$890,000

Price / Sq Ft

$201

Annual Taxes

$10,465

Monthly Tax

$872

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.18%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJan 27, 2026$890,000
Currently listed$890,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$874,400

Land

$347,200

Improvement

$527,200

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

166 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 29 Indigo Dam Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hidenwood Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Menchville (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 29 Indigo Dam 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.
Are there parks near 29 Indigo Dam Rd?+
Blount Point Cemetery is about 0.5 miles away.
Is 29 Indigo Dam Rd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake.
Does 29 Indigo Dam Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 29 Indigo Dam Rd built?+
It was built in 1976, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Michael Nachman-Adelson · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · REIN MLS #10617591

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29 Indigo Dam Rd, Newport News, Virginia 23606 · MLS #10617591 · 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.