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505 Catalpa DR, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23601 - Main photo

$350,500

3beds

2.1baths

1,783sqft

52days on market

505 Catalpa Dr, Newport News, VA 23601

SoldResidential · built 1957 · BRENTWOOD

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1957

Price / sqft

$197

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,403/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10645030

Interior

Bedrooms: 3
Full baths: 2
Half baths: 1
Approx. sqft: 1,783
Stories: 3
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms: 1
Total rooms: 9
Other rooms: Attic, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances: 220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment: Ceiling Fan
Accessibility: Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style: Tri-Level
Subtype: Detached
Foundation: Crawl, Slab
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: Brick,Vinyl
Pool: No Pool
Fencing: Back Fenced,Partial

Utilities & systems

Heating: Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Water heater: Electric
Water: City/County
Sewer: City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size: 0.2400
Subdivision: BRENTWOOD
Zoning: R4
Ownership: Fee Simple
Garage: Yes
Parking: Garage Att 1 Car, Oversized Gar, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession: CLOSING
Disclosures: Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

WOW! This is the one you have been waiting all year to find! Move-in ready HGTV Tri-level home that shows and lives great! Open floorplan, new HGTV kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and updated baths, refinished hardwood, new paint, carpet, laminate flooring, big deck and garage!

Listing courtesy of Kyle Hause · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10645030

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

This 1957 three-bedroom, two-bath home sits on a quiet Catalpa Drive lot in Newport News. At 1,783 square feet, it offers classic mid-century character with room to personalize. You're about 11 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, making it convenient for base commuters.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1957, this home carries the solid construction and floor plan logic of its era. The three-bedroom layout gives you flexibility—a primary suite, guest rooms, or a home office. Two full baths plus a half bath serve the household well. Original bones and a straightforward footprint mean you can update at your own pace and budget.

BRENTWOOD and the Newport News real estate market

Catalpa Drive sits in a settled residential pocket of Newport News, where tree-lined streets and modest single-family homes define the block. The neighborhood has a quiet, established feel—the kind of place where you know your neighbors and kids can ride bikes safely. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep maritime heritage, strong military ties, and a growing downtown. Daily life centers on local shops, parks, and schools. You're well-positioned for commutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and NSA Hampton Roads. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23601 will find this address offers good value and straightforward access to both bases and the broader Peninsula.

What's nearby

A short drive gets you to grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual dining along Jefferson Avenue and nearby commercial corridors. Huntington Park is within a few minutes—a green space with playgrounds and walking paths. Newport News waterfront attractions, including the Virginia Living Museum and the downtown riverwalk, are about 10 minutes away. The neighborhood is close to everyday services and recreation without feeling hemmed in by commercial sprawl.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is roughly 11 minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads about 19 minutes. VA loan financing is widely available in this area. The straightforward layout and modest footprint mean you can close and move in without major delays or unexpected repairs.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms give you room to grow—a primary suite, space for children or guests, and a bonus room for a home office or playroom. Two full baths plus a half bath mean less morning congestion. The 1,783-square-foot footprint is efficient without feeling cramped, and the lot offers outdoor space to expand or refresh.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

ElementarySedgefield Elementary School
1.6/10
MiddleHomer L. Hines Middle School
2.4/10
HighWarwick High School
3.2/10

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.

Flood & environment

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\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

22.4 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\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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 neighborhood

Green Oaks

Green Oaks is a settled neighborhood in Newport News. It sits in the 23601 ZIP code along Jefferson Avenue, which is Route 17. Most homes are detached houses.

$298K

Median sale · 12 mo

$195

Sold $/sq ft

29d

Days on market

For sale now

$84K

HH income

70.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Neighborhood

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$2,204/mo

Down payment20% · $70,100

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

Principal & interest

$1,819

Property tax

$284

Home insurance

$102

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

127% of $275,900

City assessment record · taxes $3,403/yr

Land share of assessed value

22% — $60,500

Improvements $215,400 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$265,000 – $337,500

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.

706 Randolph RD · 1 mi · 1,794 sqft$305,000 sold 2026-09

1005 North AVE · 1.2 mi · 1,783 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-04

1001 Lyndon CIR · 1.1 mi · 1,694 sqft$278,000 sold 2026-03

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$350,500

Price / Sq Ft

$197

Annual Taxes

$3,403

Monthly Tax

$284

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.97%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Aug 9, 2026	$350,500	—
Price increased	Sep 30, 2026	$350,500	+$500
Sold	Sep 29, 2026	$350,500	—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

27% above assessment

Total Assessed

$275,900

Land

$60,500

Improvement

$215,400

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

Is 505 Catalpa Dr 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 505 Catalpa 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 505 Catalpa Dr have an HOA?+

No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

When was 505 Catalpa Dr 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.

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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505 Catalpa Dr, Newport News, VA 23601

Facts & features

About this home

Our read on this home

Why this home stands out

BRENTWOOD and the Newport News real estate market

What's nearby

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Room to grow

More buyer questions

Homes like this one sell fast — see the next one first

Schools

Flood & environment

🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Green Oaks

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Military Commute

Run the real carrying cost

Estimate your monthly payment

Judge value on real ground

Sale & Tax History

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Public-Records Assessment

Comparable Properties

Questions buyers ask

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

This one's sold — the next one doesn't have to be.

Flood Risk (FEMA)