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Newport News › RUNNYMEDE › 56 Bonita Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10646709 · record updated Aug 26, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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3beds
1.1baths
1,100sqft
27days on market

56 Bonita Dr, Newport News, VA 23602

Under ContractResidential · built 1965 · RUNNYMEDE

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1965

Price / sqft

$263

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,036/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10646709

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,100
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1900
Subdivision
RUNNYMEDE
Zoning
R3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller, Spec Warranty Deed

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

About this home

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick ranch offering comfort, style, and convenience. Inside, you'll find new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, updated bathrooms, and new light fixtures and ceiling fans that give the home a bright, modern feel. Major system updates include an HVAC system installed in 2024 and a water heater replaced in 2023, providing added peace of mind. Step outside to enjoy the large, fully fenced backyard—perfect for pets, play, gardening, or entertaining. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, restaurants, and interstate access, this home makes commuting and everyday errands a breeze. This charming brick ranch is one you won't want to miss!

Listing courtesy of Patricia Saunders · Creed Realty · REIN MLS #10646709

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Three-bedroom, one-bath home built in 1965 on a quiet Newport News street. About nine minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Close to parks and soccer fields. Straightforward layout with solid bones.

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Why this home stands out

This 1,100-square-foot home sits on a residential block with mature trees and steady neighbors. The layout flows naturally from living spaces to bedrooms. You're positioned near three parks within walking distance, making outdoor time easy. The location puts you minutes from the base and close to everyday conveniences. It's the kind of straightforward, unpretentious home that rewards you with proximity and peace.

RUNNYMEDE and the Newport News real estate market

You'll find 56 Bonita Drive in a quiet, tree-lined section of Newport News. The neighborhood is residential and stable, with single-family homes set back from the street. Streets are walkable and well-established. Newport News itself is a historic waterfront city with deep military ties. The city center sits about fifteen minutes away by car. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Newport News will notice how the neighborhoods blend accessibility with calm. Route 17 and Interstate 64 are nearby for commuting. Daily life here means local shops, restaurants, and services within a short drive. The city's parks system is extensive, and the Peninsula offers cultural venues and waterfront attractions.

What's nearby

River Farms Park Soccer Fields is just over half a mile away, perfect for weekend activity. Riverview Farm Park Soccer Fields sits at 0.7 miles, offering another outdoor option. Nicewood Park rounds out the trio at 0.9 miles. All three are easily reached by car or bike. The area has good access to grocery stores and pharmacies. You're also about eighteen minutes from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown if that commute matters to you.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

About nine minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis puts this home within easy commute range. VA loan financing is common in this market. Three bedrooms and a straightforward layout mean you can settle in without major renovation. The home sits ready for occupancy with no structural surprises.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms give you room for kids, a home office, or guests. The 1,100-square-foot footprint is efficient and easy to maintain. A fenced yard provides outdoor space for play and relaxation. The single-bath layout is compact, but the bones are sound for anyone ready to make it their own.

More buyer questions

How far is 56 Bonita Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

About nine minutes by car, making it convenient for daily commutes. The route is straightforward via local roads.

What parks are nearby?

River Farms Park Soccer Fields is 0.6 miles away, Riverview Farm Park Soccer Fields is 0.7 miles, and Nicewood Park is 0.9 miles. All three are easily accessible by car or bike.

Are there schools in the area?

Yes. Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School or homes for sale zoned for Knollwood Meadows Elementary School will find this address serves those zones.

What is the commute to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

About eighteen minutes by car, depending on traffic and your exact destination on base.

Is this home in a flood zone?

Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for detailed flood zone information and insurance considerations specific to this address.

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Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Newport News$245K – $335K3+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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.

Flood & environment

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Runnymede

Runnymede is a settled area of homes in the Denbigh part of north Newport News. That is up on the upper Virginia Peninsula. Most homes are classic single-family houses.

$305K

Median sale · 12 mo

$222

Sold $/sq ft

18d

Days on market

1

For sale now

$94K

HH income

80.8%

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

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

$1,837/mo

Principal & interest

$1,500

Property tax

$253

Home insurance

$84

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

118% of $244,800

City assessment record · taxes $3,036/yr

Land share of assessed value

27% — $66,000

Improvements $178,800 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$280,000 – $329,600

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.

286 Marlboro RD · 0.1 mi · 1,088 sqft$290,000 sold 2026-02
118 Lambert LN · 0.3 mi · 1,134 sqft$325,000 sold 2026-08
119 Nicewood DR · 0.4 mi · 1,064 sqft$315,000 sold 2026-06

Own a home nearby? See what it is worth today — What's your Newport News home worth?

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$289,000

Price / Sq Ft

$263

Annual Taxes

$3,036

Monthly Tax

$253

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.05%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 30, 2026$289,000—
Price reducedAug 24, 2026$289,000−$5,000
Currently listed—$289,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

18% above assessment

Total Assessed

$244,800

Land

$66,000

Improvement

$178,800

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 56 Bonita Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are B.C. Charles Elementary (VaHome School Score 3/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle (VaHome School Score 3.9/10), Menchville (VaHome School Score 4.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Does 56 Bonita Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 56 Bonita 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.

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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56 Bonita Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23602 · MLS #10646709 · 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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