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$335,000
$212 / sqft · est. $2,139/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,582sqft
5days on market

36 Milford Rd, Newport News, VA 23601

Under ContractResidential · built 1940 · BRANDON HEIGHTS

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1940

Price / sqft

$212

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,635/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10649614

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,582
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Office/Study, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Aluminum
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas, Radiator
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2100
Subdivision
BRANDON HEIGHTS
Zoning
R3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car
Possession
CLOSE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is located in the highly sought-after Brandon Heights neighborhood, known for its tree-lined streets, historic homes, and friendly community feel. Full of 1940s character, the home features original hardwood floors and timeless details throughout. The Cozy living room includes a wood-burning fireplace and an exposed staircase to the second floor. The spacious dining room connects to a large kitchen and opens to a covered back porch and backyard. A converted side porch offers flexible space for a home office, gym, or hobby room. The mudroom includes a utility area with washer/dryer, exterior access, and a full bath. Upstairs are 3 generously sized bedrooms and a 2nd full bath. The partially finished attic (not in square footage) provides additional storage or future potential. A detached garage with power adds convenience and extra storage. This home blends classic charm with functional living in a wonderful neighborhood setting.

Listing courtesy of Cheri Nice · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10649614

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A 1940-built, three-bedroom home on Milford Road puts you a short walk from Hilton Pier, a handful of local breweries and bottle shops, and a 13-minute drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis — all inside one of Newport News's most walkable historic neighborhoods.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 36 Milford Road apart is the combination of pre-war character — think solid 1940 construction, 1,582 square feet of livable space, and the kind of lot-to-street relationship that newer subdivisions rarely replicate — alongside a genuinely walkable block. Hilton Tavern Brewing Co. and Bird Girl Bottle Shop are both within a tenth of a mile. That pairing of architectural age and immediate neighborhood energy is rare in Newport News homes for sale at this scale.

BRANDON HEIGHTS and the Newport News real estate market

Milford Road sits inside the Hilton neighborhood, one of Newport News's older residential pockets along the James River corridor. Streets here follow a relaxed grid laid out decades before cul-de-sac subdivisions became the norm, which means you get sidewalks, mature tree canopies, and neighbors you actually pass on the way to the corner. The Hilton Village area — a National Historic District just nearby — lends the broader corridor a sense of permanence that newer zip codes simply can't manufacture. Newport News itself spans from the James River to the York River and carries a working-city energy: shipbuilding heritage, a strong military presence, and a waterfront that locals treat as a genuine amenity rather than a backdrop. Families comparing homes for sale in Newport News often land here once they realize how much neighborhood fabric comes with the address — community gardens, a pier, a brewing scene, and proximity to the base all within a compact radius.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands barely require a car from 36 Milford Road. Hilton Community Garden and Municipal Lane Park are both 0.2 miles out, and Hilton Pier/Ravine is a 0.3-mile walk for waterfront air. Hilton Tavern Brewing Co. and Bird Girl Bottle Shop anchor the local social scene right at the corner. Sacred Self and Quick Pick handle quick grocery runs within half a mile, and Mi Lindo Puebla Tienda & Restaurante Mexicano adds a full-service option at 0.6 miles. Health Trail Natural Foods rounds out the wellness corridor at under a mile. F.I.T. Vision and InZane Fitness are both within a few blocks, with the Tom & Ann Hunnicutt Family YMCA less than a mile away.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is 13 minutes from the door — close enough for a quick commute, far enough to feel like you've left work behind. NSA Hampton Roads adds a second option at 18 minutes. A VA loan pairs naturally with a home this age and this well-located, and the stable Hilton neighborhood tends to hold its appeal across multiple assignment cycles for families weighing homes for sale in 23601.

For buyers drawn to character

If you're drawn to homes with a story — real plaster walls, proportions that predate the builder-grade era, a neighborhood where the streetscape hasn't changed much in seventy years — 36 Milford Road is worth a long look. Built in 1940, it carries the bones of mid-century Newport News alongside a block that has only gotten more interesting, not less, as the local food and beverage scene has filled in around it.

More buyer questions

How far is 36 Milford Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive runs approximately 13 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential options to the base inside the city. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Warwick High School and homes for sale zoned for Sedgefield Elementary School will find this address falls within that attendance corridor.

Is 36 Milford Road in a flood zone?

Hilton sits close to the James River waterfront, so flood zone status is a meaningful question for this address — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and zone details.

What is the Hilton neighborhood like in Newport News?

Hilton is one of the city's older, more established residential areas, anchored by a walkable commercial strip, community green spaces, and proximity to Hilton Pier on the James River. The adjacent Hilton Village National Historic District adds architectural context and a sense of neighborhood continuity that newer areas lack.

Does 36 Milford Road have an HOA?

This property is not part of a mandatory HOA, which means no association dues or deed-restriction layers beyond standard city and county codes.

Where are the closest parks and waterfront access to 36 Milford Road?

Hilton Community Garden and Municipal Lane Park are both 0.2 miles away, and Hilton Pier/Ravine — the neighborhood's main waterfront access point on the James River — is just 0.3 miles from the front door.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out to talk through what 36 Milford Road could look like for your situation.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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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

Brandon Heights

Brandon Heights is an established residential neighborhood in midtown Newport News, set near Hilton Village and the James River within the 23601 area.

$437K

Median sale · 12 mo

$192

Sold $/sq ft

13d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$71K

HH income

49.6%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,139/mo

Principal & interest

$1,738

Property tax

$303

Home insurance

$98

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

Asking vs. assessment

113% of $295,600

City assessment record · taxes $3,635/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $88,000

Improvements $207,600 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$185,000 – $330,000

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.

7505 River RD #1G · 1.4 mi · 1,671 sqft$249,900 sold 2026-06
7501 River RD #15A · 1.5 mi · 1,490 sqft$195,000 sold 2026-03
7501 River RD #15G · 1.5 mi · 1,400 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$335,000

Price / Sq Ft

$212

Annual Taxes

$3,635

Monthly Tax

$303

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.09%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 21, 2026$335,000—
Currently listed—$335,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

13% above assessment

Total Assessed

$295,600

Land

$88,000

Improvement

$207,600

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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Questions buyers ask

Is 36 Milford Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Sedgefield Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.6/10), Homer L. Hines Middle (VaHome School Score 2.4/10), Warwick (VaHome School Score 3.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 36 Milford 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.
Does 36 Milford Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 36 Milford Rd built?+
It was built in 1940, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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