This beautiful 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience. Original hardwood floors add warmth and charm throughout much of the home, while the converted garage provides valuable additional living space that can be used as a family room, home office, playroom, or flex space to fit your needs. Step outside to enjoy the large backyard complete with a spacious deck, perfect for entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing outdoors. Ideally located in the highly sought-after Hidenwood neighborhood of Newport News, you'll be just minutes from Christopher Newport University, military bases, shopping, dining, parks, and everyday conveniences. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home is one you won't want to miss!
Listing courtesy of Anna Boyer · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10640297
This 1957 three-bedroom, one-bath home sits on a quiet residential street in Newport News. You're about 14 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The 1,399-square-foot layout offers classic mid-century charm and solid bones for a fresh start.
Built in 1957, this home carries the straightforward appeal of its era—a single-story floor plan that's easy to navigate and maintain. The lot provides privacy and breathing room. You're in a neighborhood where Newport News homes for sale span decades of character, and this one's vintage bones and accessible layout make it a genuine candidate for buyers ready to personalize their space.
GLENDALE and the Newport News real estate market
The tree-lined streets here feel settled and unhurried. Neighbors tend to their yards, and the block has the quiet dignity of an established residential area. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep maritime roots and a downtown that's been reinventing itself for years. Getting around is straightforward: major corridors like Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard connect you to shopping, dining, and the broader Peninsula. You're close enough to Joint Base Langley-Eustis that base commutes are quick, yet far enough that daily life feels separate from military operations. If you are comparing homes for sale in 23606, you'll notice this address sits in a pocket where affordability and accessibility meet. The city offers parks, restaurants, and a genuine sense of community without the sprawl of newer suburbs.
What's nearby
Thaijindesu Thai and Sushi Bar is just a two-minute walk away, and Busy Nothings Coffee Company is equally close for your morning routine. Brickhouse Tavern and Aux Delices Crêperie are both within a short stroll. Port Warwick Styron Square Pavilion & Park sits a few blocks over, perfect for an evening walk. Grocery runs to Food Lion or Anand Bazaar take under ten minutes. For fitness, THE BOX Cross Training Studio and Zenya Yoga Studio are both nearby, as is Pointe Wellness Center.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
About 14 minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis puts this address in a sweet spot for base commutes. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and the single-story layout means minimal upkeep while you settle in. The neighborhood's established character and nearby amenities make the transition straightforward.
For first-time buyers
A 1957 home with three bedrooms and a single-bath layout offers real space without overwhelming complexity. The straightforward floor plan is easy to understand and manage. You'll find honest bones here and room to grow your vision without inheriting a long renovation list.
More buyer questions
How far is 50 Middlesex Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
About 14 minutes to Langley AFB and 15 minutes to Fort Eustis. Both are reasonable commutes for daily base traffic.
What year was this home built?
This home was built in 1957 and reflects the straightforward design of mid-century residential construction.
Are there grocery stores nearby?
Yes. Food Lion and Anand Bazaar are both within a mile, about a ten-minute drive or a longer walk.
Can I find restaurants and coffee within walking distance?
Absolutely. Thaijindesu, Brickhouse Tavern, Aux Delices Crêperie, and Busy Nothings Coffee Company are all within a few blocks.
What schools are in this area?
This address falls within the zone for homes for sale zoned for Hidenwood Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
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.
How Far Is?
Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.
Also nearby
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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JBLE Langley
Air Force
31min·14.9mi
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JBLE Ft Eustis
Army
22min·12.3mi
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NWS Yorktown
Navy
23min·14.3mi
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NSA HR
Navy
39min·26.2mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
35min·24.9mi
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
35.5 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.
Glendale is a settled area of homes in central Newport News. It sits in the 23606 area, near J. Clyde Morris Boulevard. That road is also known as Virginia State Route 312.
$360KMedian sale · 12 mo
$200Sold $/sq ft
14dDays on market
3For sale now
$89KHH income
57.9%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
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
$1,765/mo
Principal & interest
$1,427
Property tax
$258
Home insurance
$80
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. assessment110% of $249,500City assessment record · taxes $3,091/yr
Land share of assessed value29% · $73,500Improvements $176,000 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$192,500 – $340,000The 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.
35 Green CT · 2.4 mi · 1,418 sqft$322,500 sold 2026-08
50 Belmont RD · 2.3 mi · 1,339 sqft$306,900 sold 2026-02
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
10% above assessment
Total Assessed
$249,500
Land
$73,500
Improvement
$176,000
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:
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.
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Questions buyers ask
Is 50 Middlesex Rd in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hidenwood Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), 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 50 Middlesex 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.
Is there a gym near 50 Middlesex Rd?
Yes — Hot or Not Yoga & Massage Studio is about 0.4 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 50 Middlesex Rd?
Port Warwick Styron Square Pavilion & Park is about 0.6 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 50 Middlesex Rd?
Food Lion is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Little Vinny's To-Go (0.2 mi).
Does 50 Middlesex Rd have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 50 Middlesex Rd built?
It was built in 1957, 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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Listing courtesy of Anna Boyer · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10640297
50 Middlesex Rd, Newport News, Virginia 23606 · MLS #10640297 · 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.
