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4beds
2baths
2,550sqft
80days on market

309 Mimosa Dr, Newport News, VA 23606

ActiveResidential · built 1955 · RIVERSIDE

About this home

Pre-inspected for PEACE Of MIND! BRAND NEW ROOF! Located on over a third of an acre lot in sought after Riverside, this CUTE AS A BUTTON Cape Cod is the perfect blend of 1950's classic charm & today's modern conveniences. Many upgrades & additions make this home unique & allow for endless possibilities. Features & updates include: living room w/brick FP, beautiful kit/SS appliances, DR, Fam Rm, sun/rec room (perfect for fun & entertaining), 1st flr BR. large hall WIC next to beautiful full bath (perfect for primary suite) & lg laundry/mud rm. 2nd floor host 2 spacious BRs w/Jack & Jill BA. A private 4th BR/office is located above the sunroom. The huge 2 car detached garage w/fully floored room above will surely hold all your toys! NEW roof, microwave, washer, dryer, crawl space door & more. Whole house generator maintained by Gault. CNU, JRCC, Mariners Museum & private neighborhood BEACH is just a few blocks away. A list of improvements & updates available in home.

Listing courtesy of Shirley Hammond · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10646883

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$169

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,950/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10646883

Association amenities

Priv Beach

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
2,550
Stories
2
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Vinyl, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
10
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, PBR with Bath, Sun Room, Utility Room, 1st Floor Primary BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Attic Fan, Backup Generator, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Generator Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Geo Thermal, Other
Cooling
Central Air, Geo Thermal, Other
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3700
Subdivision
RIVERSIDE
Zoning
R3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 2 Car, Oversized Gar, Multi Car
Possession
CLOSING
Miscellaneous
Warranty Plan
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Pet on Premises

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

309 Mimosa Drive is a four-bedroom, two-bath home in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1955 with 2,550 square feet of living space. The 23606 zip code puts you close to Christopher Newport University, two grocery stores, and a quick drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis. There is a lot to like about this address.

Keep searching in Newport News

See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23606, homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School, and homes for sale zoned for Riverside Elementary School. Nearby, look at Riverside 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 1955-built home at this size is genuinely rare in Newport News. Two thousand five hundred fifty square feet gives you real room to spread out across four bedrooms. The lot sits in a quiet residential pocket that borders the CNU campus edge, so green space and walkable amenities are right outside. The bones here are mid-century solid, and the neighborhood has held its character for decades. That combination of space, era, and location is hard to replicate.

RIVERSIDE and the Newport News real estate market

Mimosa Drive sits in a well-established part of Newport News that grew up alongside Christopher Newport University. The streets here are lined with mature trees and mid-century homes that have aged gracefully. Sidewalks connect the block to the CNU campus perimeter, where open lawns and courts create a low-key, walkable feel. Neighbors tend to keep their yards tidy, and the pace on this street is genuinely calm. Newport News is one of the larger independent cities in Virginia, stretching from the James River waterfront up through the Denbigh corridor. Getting around is straightforward — Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard are both close, giving you quick access to the rest of the city. The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is about 15 minutes away. Downtown Newport News, with its waterfront park and arts district, is roughly 10 minutes south. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Newport News will notice that the 23606 zip code consistently offers this kind of established, tree-canopied character.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 309 Mimosa Drive. A Harris Teeter is 0.7 miles away, and a Food Lion is just 0.8 miles out, so grocery runs stay quick. For coffee, Einstein's and The Captain's Den are both under a mile. Regattas and Discover the Abstractions are each about 0.4 miles away when you want to eat out, and Chick-fil-A is right there too. Fitness options are strong — the CNU Freeman Center and CNU Trieshmann Health and Fitness Pavilion are 0.5 miles out, and Pure Barre is 0.6 miles. The Great Lawn and CNU Volleyball Court are both under half a mile for outdoor time.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis — Langley AFB — is about 15 minutes away, and Fort Eustis is roughly 17 minutes out. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and four bedrooms at 2,550 square feet means you are not compromising on space. The 23606 area is well-mapped for BAH budgets at the E-6 through O-3 range. Homes for sale in 23606 at this square footage do not come up often.

For first-time buyers

A 1955 home with 2,550 square feet is a strong entry point into Newport News homeownership. Four bedrooms give you flexibility — a home office, a guest room, or extra storage from day one. Walkable grocery stores and coffee shops mean you spend less time in the car. VA loan options are widely used in this zip code, and the neighborhood's long-standing stability is a reassuring backdrop for a first purchase.

More buyer questions

How far is 309 Mimosa Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

Langley AFB is about 15 minutes away, and the Fort Eustis side of the installation is roughly 17 minutes by car.

What zip code is 309 Mimosa Drive in?

The home is in the 23606 zip code, one of Newport News's most established residential areas, close to Christopher Newport University.

Is 309 Mimosa Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation.

What schools serve 309 Mimosa Drive?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School or homes for sale zoned for Riverside Elementary School will want to confirm current attendance boundaries directly with Newport News Public Schools, as zones can change.

Are there walkable amenities near 309 Mimosa Drive?

Yes — grocery stores, coffee shops, restaurants, and fitness centers are all within a mile, and the CNU campus green spaces are under half a mile on foot.

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

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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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 (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\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

33.9 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\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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 neighborhood

Riverside

Riverside is one of central Newport News's settled neighborhoods. It sits along the James River off J. Clyde Morris Boulevard. That is just west of Warwick Boulevard.

$478K

Median sale · 12 mo

$223

Sold $/sq ft

11d

Days on market

9

For sale now

$151K

HH income

92.4%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Langley

Air Force

26min·13mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

24min·15.4mi

NSA HR

Navy

58min·36.4mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

25min·17.4mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

54min·35.8mi

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

Payment 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

$2,769/mo

Principal & interest

$2,231

Property tax

$413

Home insurance

$125

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

Comparables

Asking vs. assessment

106% of $406,600

City assessment record · taxes $4,950/yr

Land share of assessed value

21% — $83,600

Improvements $323,000 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$450,000 – $649,000

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.

239 Shoe LN · 0.4 mi · 2,601 sqft$450,000 sold 2026-09
319 Mistletoe DR · 0.3 mi · 2,349 sqft$460,000 sold 2026-07
116 Tipton RD · 0.5 mi · 2,924 sqft$649,000 sold 2026-03

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$429,900

Price / Sq Ft

$169

Annual Taxes

$4,950

Monthly Tax

$413

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.15%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 31, 2026$429,900—
Currently listed—$429,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

6% above assessment

Total Assessed

$406,600

Land

$83,600

Improvement

$323,000

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

80 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 309 Mimosa Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Riverside Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.1/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle (VaHome School Score 3.9/10), Menchville (VaHome School Score 5.9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 309 Mimosa 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 309 Mimosa Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 309 Mimosa Dr built?+
It was built in 1955, 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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Listing courtesy of Shirley Hammond · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10646883

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