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$299,900
$226 / sqft · est. $1,884/mo →
4beds
1.1baths
1,326sqft
6days on market

338 Helena Dr, Newport News, VA 23608

Under ContractResidential · built 1965 · BEECHWOOD

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome home to 338 Helena Drive, a move-in-ready ranch where comfort, flexibility, and everyday convenience come together. Fresh interior paint and brand-new carpet create a bright, welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features three well-appointed bedrooms, a spacious living room, a generous kitchen with abundant cabinetry and workspace, a dedicated dining area, and a light-filled sunroom that's great for morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day. A versatile fourth room offers endless possibilities as a guest bedroom, home office, fitness room, or hobby space, while the existing half bath provides an opportunity for future expansion into a full bath. Situated on a large, level lot with a fully fenced backyard, this home also features a detached one-car garage and a separate workshop. Conveniently located in the desirable Beechwood community near Fort Eustis, Langley Air Force Base, shopping, dining, parks, major highways, and Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything this wonderful home has to offer.

Listing courtesy of Marshall Toney · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10643864

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

338 Helena Drive is a four-bedroom, 1960s single-family home in Newport News, Virginia — just four minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. At 1,326 square feet on a residential lot, it offers a practical, well-proportioned layout with easy access to base, shopping, and the broader Peninsula.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 338 Helena Drive apart is its unbeatable proximity to Fort Eustis — a straight shot that makes gate-to-door commutes almost effortless. Built in 1965, the home carries the solid construction hallmarks of mid-century residential building, and four bedrooms in 1,326 square feet means every room earns its keep. For households that need space without sprawl, this floor plan delivers.

BEECHWOOD and the Newport News real estate market

Helena Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Newport News — a city that punches well above its weight for livability on the Virginia Peninsula. Newport News stretches from the James River up through the heart of the Peninsula, and this corner of the city — close to the Fort Eustis corridor — has the feel of an established, no-fuss neighborhood where neighbors know each other and streets stay calm. Tree-lined blocks, modest lots, and homes from the same mid-century era give the area a cohesive, grounded character. Newport News itself offers a full range of city amenities: a major regional mall, waterfront parks, a world-class shipyard history, and easy interstate access that connects you north toward Williamsburg and south toward Hampton and Norfolk. Daily errands are manageable, commutes are short, and the pace stays human-scaled.

What's nearby

Everyday needs are well covered from Helena Drive. Patrick Henry Mall is roughly ten minutes away for anchor stores, dining, and a movie. Grocery options — including Walmart Supercenter and Food Lion locations — are within a short drive. Denbigh Park and Riverview Farm Park give you outdoor breathing room close to home. For coffee, local spots and national chains dot Jefferson Avenue within minutes. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about thirteen minutes north, making this address genuinely workable for dual-military households split between installations.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to the Fort Eustis gate is hard to beat — especially during PCS season when every minute of commute time matters. Four bedrooms give your household room to spread out, and Newport News is well set up for families navigating VA loan purchases. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is also a manageable thirteen-minute drive for dual-military couples.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 338 Helena Drive offers a four-bedroom footprint that gives you room to grow without overextending. The 1965 construction means a mature neighborhood with established trees and settled streets — the kind of block where you can put down roots. Newport News has solid infrastructure and services that make first-time ownership feel supported.

More buyer questions

How far is 338 Helena Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The Fort Eustis side of Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately four minutes from 338 Helena Drive — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in Newport News without living on-post.

How far is 338 Helena Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly thirteen minutes north, making Helena Drive a reasonable option for service members or civilian employees assigned there.

What is the property type and size at 338 Helena Drive?

338 Helena Drive is a single-family residential home built in 1965, offering four bedrooms, one full bath, one half bath, and 1,326 square feet of living space.

Is 338 Helena Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 338 Helena Drive is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any associated details.

Where is 338 Helena Drive located in Newport News?

Helena Drive sits in the western residential corridor of Newport News, close to the Fort Eustis gate and convenient to Jefferson Avenue's retail and dining strip.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know the Newport News market inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and take the next step on Helena Drive.

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

1965

Price / sqft

$226

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,883/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10643864

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,326
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Pantry, Sun Room, Utility Closet, Workshop, 1st Floor Primary BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch, Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Concrete,Green
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link,Picket

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2400
Subdivision
BEECHWOOD
Zoning
R3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Off Street, 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

Beechwood

Beechwood is an established neighborhood in the Denbigh-Warwick section of Newport News, set on the upper Virginia Peninsula near the Warwick River and Lucas Creek.

$345K

Median sale · 12 mo

$199

Sold $/sq ft

15d

Days on market

15

For sale now

$90K

HH income

75.9%

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

$1,884/mo

Principal & interest

$1,556

Property tax

$240

Home insurance

$87

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

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

$280,000 – $335,000

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.

264 Exeter RD · 2.3 mi · 1,261 sqft$280,000 sold 2026-04
256 Malden LN · 2.3 mi · 1,438 sqft$319,000 sold 2026-02
180 Abbey CT · 2.7 mi · 1,372 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$299,900

Price / Sq Ft

$226

Annual Taxes

$2,883

Monthly Tax

$240

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.96%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 29, 2026$299,900—
Currently listed—$299,900—

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 338 Helena Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Knollwood Meadows Elementary (GreatSchools 7/10), Mary Passage Middle (GreatSchools 2/10), Denbigh (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 338 Helena 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 338 Helena Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 338 Helena Dr built?+
It was built in 1965, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Marshall Toney · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10643864

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338 Helena Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23608 · MLS #10643864 · 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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