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Newport NewsALL OTHERS AREA 1065909 Old Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10641366 · record updated Aug 4, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$268,900
$338 / sqft · est. $1,647/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
796sqft
40days on market

5909 Old Ave, Newport News, VA 23605

ActiveResidential · built 1940 · ALL OTHERS AREA 106

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

A wonderful investment property!! GARAGE APARTMENT & LARGE DETACHED GARAGE along with a completely remodeled and move-in ready, charming brick ranch offers 3 bedrooms and stylish updates throughout! Fresh paint and durable laminate flooring create a bright, welcoming feel, while the cozy living room features a wood-burning stove perfect for relaxing evenings. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, solid surface countertops, and plenty of workspace. Come outside to a fenced backyard with a storage shed, ideal for outdoor living and extra storage. A detached garage includes an apartment above, offering endless possibilities for a guest suite, home office, or potential rental income even though it has low ceilings. This versatile property is a must-see!

Listing courtesy of Greg Garrett · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10641366

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

5909 Old Ave is a compact 1940-built, 3-bedroom home in Newport News, Virginia — just 12 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. At 796 square feet, it's a straightforward, no-frills property with a practical layout and quick access to daily essentials and green space.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1940, this home carries the bones of a mid-century Newport News neighborhood — a time when houses were built small and solid. Three bedrooms in 796 square feet means every room earns its keep. The location does a lot of the heavy lifting: two military installations within 15 minutes, multiple parks within a mile, and a handful of local eateries just around the corner. Simple, functional, and genuinely close to what matters.

ALL OTHERS AREA 106 and the Newport News real estate market

5909 Old Ave sits in a residential pocket of Newport News — a city that stretches from the James River shoreline all the way up to York County, with a working-class backbone and a surprisingly diverse mix of neighborhoods. This part of town has a quiet, established feel with tree-lined streets and homes that have been part of the community for decades. Newport News itself offers a lot: the Virginia Living Museum, Mariners' Museum Park, and Newport News Park — one of the largest municipal parks on the East Coast — are all within the city limits. The broader Hampton Roads region connects you to Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and the Chesapeake Bay with relative ease. Daily life here is grounded and accessible, without the congestion of larger metro cores.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from 5909 Old Ave. Solo Mart and Dollar General are both under a mile away for quick grocery runs. When you want to eat out, Love Food Mart and LV's Restaurant are within 0.8 miles, and Chestnut Hall Bingo adds a local hangout option just 0.6 miles out. Coffee or a quick bite? McDonald's and 7-Eleven are both about 0.9 miles away. Roughouse Boxing & Fitness MMA is a mile out for your workouts. Briarfield Park, Highland Court Park, and Newsome Park North are all within a mile — plenty of options to get outside.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is 12 minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads is just 13 — making 5909 Old Ave a practical base for military households who want a short commute without a long search. Newport News has a strong VA loan history, and the area is well-familiar with the rhythms of military life. A straightforward home close to the gate is sometimes exactly what the situation calls for.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a compact 3-bedroom like 5909 Old Ave can be a smart starting point. Lower square footage means lower maintenance demands, and the Newport News location puts you close to parks, local restaurants, and two major military installations. It's a manageable footprint in a city with real roots — a solid place to begin building equity on your own terms.

More buyer questions

How far is 5909 Old Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis runs about 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions. NSA Hampton Roads is similarly close at around 13 minutes.

What is the square footage and layout of 5909 Old Ave?

The home offers 796 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 1.1 bathrooms — a compact but functional layout typical of 1940s construction in Newport News.

Are there parks near 5909 Old Ave?

Yes — Briarfield Park is 0.7 miles away, Highland Court Park is 0.8 miles, and Newsome Park North is about a mile out, giving you multiple outdoor options close to home.

Is 5909 Old Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase 5909 Old Ave?

VA loan eligibility depends on the buyer's service status and the property meeting VA appraisal standards — a VA loan is generally a strong option for eligible buyers in Newport News given the area's familiarity with military homeownership.

Curious whether 5909 Old Ave fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan know Newport News well — reach out and get a straight answer.

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

1940

Price / sqft

$338

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,083/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10641366

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
796
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Fin. Rm Over Gar, Porch
Appliances
Elec Range, Refrigerator

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1700
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 106
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Oversized Gar
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510103

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

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

Explore this neighborhood

Newmarket Village

Newmarket Village is an established residential community in central Newport News, set in the Newmarket area near the intersection of Jefferson Avenue and Mercury Boulevard.

$218K

Median sale · 12 mo

$233

Sold $/sq ft

11d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$51K

HH income

46%

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

$1,647/mo

Principal & interest

$1,395

Property tax

$174

Home insurance

$78

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

164% of $164,100

City assessment record · taxes $2,083/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $49,500

Improvements $114,600 · assessor record ✓

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

$128,000$232,500

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.

5907 Potomac AVE · 0.1 mi · 917 sqft$155,000 sold 2026-01
1003 41st ST · 1 mi · 800 sqft$199,900 sold 2026-04
614 Ellen RD · 0.9 mi · 750 sqft$220,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$268,900

Price / Sq Ft

$338

Annual Taxes

$2,083

Monthly Tax

$174

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.77%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 25, 2026$268,900
Price reducedAug 4, 2026$268,900−$1,000
Currently listed$268,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

64% above assessment

Total Assessed

$164,100

Land

$49,500

Improvement

$114,600

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

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.

Market tempo

40 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 5909 Old Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Carver Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Crittenden Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Heritage (GreatSchools 2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5909 Old 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 5909 Old Ave?+
Yes — Roughouse Boxing & Fitness MMA is about 0.9 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 5909 Old Ave?+
Briarfield Park is about 0.6 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 5909 Old Ave?+
Solo Mart is about 0.9 miles away. The closest dining on record is Love Food Mart (0.6 mi).
Does 5909 Old Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5909 Old Ave 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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Listing courtesy of Greg Garrett · Garrett Realty Partners · REIN MLS #10641366

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5909 Old Ave, Newport News, Virginia 23605 · MLS #10641366 · 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.