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HamptonORCHARD HOMES343 Darby Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10631944 · record updated Jun 9, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
343 Darby AVE, HAMPTON VA 23663 - Main photo
$235,000
$268 / sqft · est. $1,456/mo →
2beds
1baths
876sqft
21days on market

343 Darby Ave, Hampton, VA 23663

SoldResidential · built 1949 · ORCHARD HOMES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Cute Cottage close to Buckroe Beach and Fort Monroe National Park! Enjoy eating at all the places in Phoebus! This move-in ready, 2 bedroom cottage shows great! Still renting, start owning! Priced to sell! Won't last long!

Listing courtesy of Kyle Hause · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10631944

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 343 Darby Ave — a cozy 1949 two-bedroom home on a generous 0.18-acre lot in Hampton's Orchard Homes neighborhood. At 876 square feet, it's an efficient, low-maintenance footprint just minutes from Langley AFB and a short walk to Buckroe Beach.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 343 Darby Ave apart is the combination of a mid-century bones on a sizable lot and a location that genuinely delivers on convenience. You're under ten minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, within walking distance of Buckroe Beach and Park, and surrounded by an active neighborhood with coffee, food, and fitness options all within a quarter mile. Compact square footage means lower carrying costs without sacrificing outdoor space.

ORCHARD HOMES and the Hampton real estate market

Orchard Homes is one of Hampton's quieter residential pockets — a grid of modest mid-century homes where neighbors tend to know each other and the streets stay calm. The neighborhood sits in the eastern part of Hampton, close enough to the water that you can feel the bay breeze on a good day. Buckroe Beach is less than a mile away, which means weekend mornings can start with a walk along the shore before the crowds arrive. If you've been searching for a house for sale hampton va that puts you near the coast without the waterfront price tag, this part of Hampton delivers that balance. The city itself has been investing in its eastern corridors, and the Buckroe area in particular has seen renewed energy — new businesses, community events, and a park that draws families and fitness enthusiasts alike. Hampton is also one of the most military-connected cities in Virginia, with Joint Base Langley-Eustis practically in the backyard and Naval Station Norfolk a straightforward commute away.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from Darby Ave. Buckroe Coffee Co. is just 0.2 miles away — a local spot worth making a morning habit. Josh's Bar & Grill and Laura's Rise & Shine are both within a few blocks when you want a sit-down meal without driving far. Quick errands are covered by Dollar General at 0.3 miles, and 7-Eleven and McDonald's are under half a mile for those grab-and-go moments. If staying active is a priority, C4 Boxing Club, Ogun's Strength and Conditioning Gym, and Joy2bFit are all within 0.3 miles — an unusually strong concentration of fitness options for one neighborhood. And Buckroe Beach and Park at 0.9 miles is the crown jewel: sand, open water, and green space all in one.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

At nine minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis and roughly twelve from Naval Station Norfolk, 343 Darby Ave is a practical choice for active-duty households. A VA loan can make a two-bedroom starter home like this one especially accessible, and BAH rates in Hampton generally align well with this price tier. Buckroe Beach nearby adds quality-of-life points that matter during long deployment cycles.

For first-time buyers

If you're exploring homes for sale in hampton virginia and want to start with something manageable, 343 Darby Ave checks the right boxes. Two bedrooms, one bath, and 876 square feet means lower utility bills and simpler upkeep — without sacrificing a real yard. The 0.18-acre lot gives you room to garden, grill, or just exhale after work, and the walkable neighborhood makes car-optional errands genuinely possible.

More buyer questions

How far is 343 Darby Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive from 343 Darby Ave to Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately 9 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in Hampton.

How far is 343 Darby Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is roughly 12 minutes from 343 Darby Ave, a manageable daily commute for sailors stationed there.

What is the Orchard Homes neighborhood like in Hampton?

Orchard Homes is a quiet, established mid-century neighborhood in eastern Hampton with a residential feel, walkable access to local businesses, and close proximity to Buckroe Beach and Park.

Is 343 Darby Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for 343 Darby Ave is available through the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's exact parcel.

How close is Buckroe Beach to 343 Darby Ave?

Buckroe Beach and Park is approximately 0.9 miles from 343 Darby Ave — close enough to walk or bike on a nice day.

Want to see 343 Darby Ave in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Hampton well — reach out and they'll set up a walkthrough at your convenience.

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

1949

Price / sqft

$268

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,022/yr

County

Hampton VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10631944

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
876
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Foyer, Porch, Utility Closet
Interior features
Scuttle Access
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan
Accessibility
Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Cottage,Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl,Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Other
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1800
Approx. acres
0.18
Subdivision
ORCHARD HOMES
Zoning
R11
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, 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 515527

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Buckroe

Buckroe is a residential neighborhood located in Hampton, Virginia, positioned near the water with convenient access to the city's amenities.

$277K

Median sale · 12 mo

$206

Sold $/sq ft

20d

Days on market

9

For sale now

$80K

HH income

73.9%

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

$1,456/mo

Principal & interest

$1,219

Property tax

$169

Home insurance

$69

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

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

$180,000$263,000

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.

2112 E Pembroke AVE · 0.5 mi · 857 sqft$193,600 sold 2026-06
526 Price ST · 0.4 mi · 912 sqft$200,000 sold 2026-02
1841 Kensington DR · 0.6 mi · 912 sqft$215,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$235,000

Price / Sq Ft

$268

Annual Taxes

$2,022

Monthly Tax

$169

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.86%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 19, 2026$235,000
Price increasedJun 9, 2026$235,000+$5,100
SoldJun 5, 2026$235,000

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:

Hampton 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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 343 Darby Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Jane H. Bryan Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Benjamin Syms Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Phoebus (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 343 Darby Ave 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.
Is there a gym near 343 Darby Ave?+
Yes — C4 Boxing Club is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 343 Darby Ave?+
Buckroe Beach and Park is about 0.9 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 343 Darby Ave?+
Dollar General is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Josh's Bar & Grill (0.2 mi).
Does 343 Darby Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 343 Darby Ave built?+
It was built in 1949, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Kyle Hause · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10631944

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343 Darby Ave, Hampton, Virginia 23663 · MLS #10631944 · 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.