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3beds
1.1baths
1,534sqft
$130per sqft
8days on market

312 Hammond St, Newport News, VA 23601

ActiveResidential · built 1945 · 0.18 acres · NORTH HILTON · MLS #10658825

OverviewAbout this home

Some homes have a way of taking you back in time, and this is one of them. From the hardwood floors and built-in china cabinet to the kitchen's quaint spice rack, there's a sense of nostalgia around every corner. A converted patio creates a cozy breakfast or flex space, while the enclosed back porch offers another place to make your own. Upstairs, two rooms with built-in beds and dressers are a reminder of a time when homes were built with thoughtful, practical details. A detached garage with workshop and storage room, plus an additional shed, provides plenty of space for projects. With a roof approximately 2 years old and a water heater replaced in 2022, a few updates have already been made. This well-loved family home needs significant repairs and restoration, but for someone who appreciates its history and sees what it could become, there's a wonderful opportunity to give it a new chapter. Due to the condition, Cash or renovation financing only and being sold strictly as is.

Listing courtesy of Amy Kearney · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10658825

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1945
Price / sqft$130
HOANone
Taxes$2,953/yr
CountyNewport News VA
MLS #10658825

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,534
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Assigned Storage, Attic, Breakfast Area, Porch, Utility Room, Workshop
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Aluminum
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link

Utilities & systems

Heating
Floor Furn, Oil
Cooling
Window/Wall
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1800
Subdivision
NORTH HILTON
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Newport News homes under $200K.

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

312 Hammond Street is a 1,534-square-foot, three-bedroom home in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1945. The Hilton neighborhood surrounds it with walkable green space, local dining, and quick access to the Peninsula. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 13 minutes away by car.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 312 Hammond Street apart is its position inside the Hilton neighborhood — one of Newport News's most walkable pockets. Hilton Pier, a community garden, and two parks are all within a third of a mile. A craft brewery, a bottle shop, and a pizza spot are steps from the front door. For Newport News homes for sale at this walkability level, this block is genuinely hard to beat.

NORTH HILTON and the Newport News real estate market

The Hilton neighborhood sits along the James River shoreline in the northern part of Newport News. Streets here are lined with mid-century homes, many of them brick, on established lots with mature trees. The area has a settled, neighborhood feel — the kind of block where people know each other and walk to the pier on weekends. Hilton Pier and its ravine trail give the neighborhood a natural anchor that newer subdivisions simply don't have. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep roots in shipbuilding and military history. Getting around is straightforward: Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard both run close by, connecting you to the rest of the Peninsula quickly. The city's Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is a short drive east. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23601 will find this zip code sits in a mature, established part of the city with easy access to both Hampton and the broader Hampton Roads metro.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Hammond Street. Bird Girl Bottle Shop and Hilton Tavern Brewing Co. are both within a tenth of a mile — a short walk for a weeknight out. Domino's Pizza is equally close for a quick dinner. Hilton Community Garden and Municipal Lane Park are both about 0.2 miles away, and Hilton Pier and Ravine is just 0.3 miles out. For fitness, F.I.T. Vision is 0.2 miles away and InZane Fitness is 0.3 miles. The Tom & Ann Hunnicutt Family YMCA is under a mile. Health Trail Natural Foods rounds out the options at 0.9 miles for specialty groceries.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 13 minutes from 312 Hammond Street, and NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 18 minutes away. VA loan financing is common in this part of Newport News, and the home's 1945 construction means it falls within a well-established appraisal corridor. The three-bedroom layout and single-family structure work well for a straightforward VA loan transaction.

For first-time buyers

A 1,534-square-foot single-family home with three bedrooms and a half bath is a solid starting point. The 1945 build means character details that newer construction rarely includes. The walkable Hilton neighborhood keeps daily costs down — parks, dining, and fitness are all within a half mile. Anyone sorting through homes for sale zoned for Warwick High School or homes for sale zoned for Hilton Elementary School will find this address sits right in that zone.

More buyer questions

How far is 312 Hammond Street from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive is about 13 minutes under normal traffic conditions. NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 18 minutes in the other direction.

What is the Hilton neighborhood like in Newport News?

Hilton is a mid-century waterfront neighborhood with brick homes, mature trees, and walkable access to Hilton Pier and local dining. It has a settled, community-oriented character that sets it apart from newer subdivisions on the Peninsula.

Is 312 Hammond Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

How walkable is the area around 312 Hammond Street?

Very walkable for a Newport News address. Bird Girl Bottle Shop, Hilton Tavern Brewing Co., Hilton Community Garden, and Municipal Lane Park are all within 0.2 miles.

What parks are near 312 Hammond Street?

Hilton Community Garden and Municipal Lane Park are both about 0.2 miles away. Hilton Pier and Ravine — a popular waterfront trail — is 0.3 miles from the front door.

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

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

HighWarwick High School
4.1/10
Up 0.9 from 2024–25
MiddleHomer L. Hines Middle School
2.5/10
Up 0.1 from 2024–25
ElementaryHilton Elementary School
7.5/10
Unchanged from 2024–25

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.

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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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Langley

Air Force

25min·11.4mi

NSA HR

Navy

34min·22.2mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

32min·21.5mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

30min·21mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

25min·16.8mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

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’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

25.4 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’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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 neighborhoodHilton Village

Hilton Village is one of Newport News' most storied neighborhoods. The layout began in 1918. It was one of the nation's first federally funded planned communities.

$275KMedian sale · 12 mo
$204Sold $/sq ft
21dDays on market
3For sale now
$71KHH income
49.6%Owner-occupied

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

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CostPayment 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

$1,342/mo

Principal & interest

$1,038

Property tax

$246

Home insurance

$58

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 & historyComparables

Asking vs. assessment84% of $237,800City assessment record · taxes $2,953/yr
Land share of assessed value25% · $60,500Improvements $177,300 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$188,500 – $270,000The 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.
7501 River RD #15A · 1.5 mi · 1,490 sqft$195,000 sold 2026-03
7505 River RD #1G · 1.5 mi · 1,671 sqft$249,900 sold 2026-06
7501 River RD #15G · 1.5 mi · 1,400 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$200,000

Price / Sq Ft

$130

Annual Taxes

$2,953

Monthly Tax

$246

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.48%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 23, 2026$200,000—
Currently listed—$200,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

16% below assessment

Total Assessed

$237,800

Land

$60,500

Improvement

$177,300

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.

8 days on market: read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory. Compare it against similar nearby homes before reading anything into it.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
312 Hammond Stthis home$200,00031.11,534$130
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 312 Hammond St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hilton Elementary (VaHome School Score 7.5/10), Homer L. Hines Middle (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), Warwick (VaHome School Score 4.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 312 Hammond St 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 312 Hammond St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 312 Hammond St built?
It was built in 1945, 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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