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3beds
2baths
1,387sqft
75days on market

5912 Old Ave, Newport News, VA 23605

ActiveResidential · built 1940 · ALL OTHERS AREA 106

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1940

Price / sqft

$199

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,801/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10641370

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,387
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod, Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2600
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 106
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
RECORDED
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Welcome home! This move-in-ready 3-bedroom 2 bath home offers the perfect balance of style, comfort, and practical living. The highlight of the floor plan is the versatile dual-suite setup—featuring a spacious main-level suite along with an independent primary suite upstairs, making it ideal for a variety of living arrangements. The main level features a bright open layout with low-maintenance flooring that leads into a charming galley kitchen. You'll love the warm butcher block counter space, separate pantry storage, and brand-new stainless steel appliances (stove, fridge, and dishwasher). Out back, enjoy a large, fully fenced yard with plenty of room to entertain, plus a storage shed for outdoor tools and gear. This one is completely turnkey and ready for its new owners. Schedule your showing today—you'll want to see this one first!(PICTURES ARE STAGED PHOTOS)

Listing courtesy of Shari Rocks · Desirable Management LLC · REIN MLS #10641370

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 5912 Old Ave — a 1940-built, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Newport News spanning 1,387 square feet. Compact, characterful, and positioned just 12 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, it's a practical fit for buyers who want quick base access without sacrificing a real neighborhood feel.

Keep searching in Newport News

See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23605, homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School, and homes for sale zoned for Carver Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Newport News — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Newmarket Village homes for sale, Newport News waterfront homes for sale, Newport News condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Newport News.

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Why this home stands out

Homes from the 1940s carry a solidity that newer construction rarely matches — thicker walls, mature lot trees, and proportions that feel lived-in rather than staged. At 1,387 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, 5912 Old Ave hits a sweet spot between manageable and genuinely comfortable. The year-built character is the draw here: details that newer Newport News homes for sale simply can't replicate, on a street with decades of neighborhood continuity behind it.

ALL OTHERS AREA 106 and the Newport News real estate market

Old Ave sits within a working, walkable pocket of Newport News — a mid-peninsula city that anchors the Hampton Roads region between the James River and the York River. Newport News has a long industrial and military heritage, and the neighborhoods near the 23605 zip code reflect that history: modest, well-rooted blocks where longtime residents and newer arrivals mix comfortably. The area around 5912 Old Ave has the feel of a neighborhood that has never needed to reinvent itself. Streets are tree-lined, lots are generous by city standards, and the overall pace is unhurried. Families comparing homes for sale in Newport News often find that this part of the city offers more square footage and lot depth per dollar than comparable addresses closer to the waterfront. Newport News itself gives you easy reach of I-664, the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, and the broader Hampton Roads metro — all without the congestion of Virginia Beach or Norfolk.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy to manage from 5912 Old Ave. Briarfield Park is just 0.7 miles away for open-air time, and Highland Court Park and Newsome Park North are both within a mile. Grab a quick bite at LV's Restaurant or Love Food Mart, each under a mile out, or swing by Chestnut Hall Bingo for a casual evening. Solo Mart and Dollar General handle everyday grocery runs at under a mile. A McDonald's and a 7-Eleven are both about 0.9 miles away for coffee and convenience. If you're keeping up a fitness routine, Roughouse Boxing & Fitness MMA is right at the one-mile mark.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a 12-minute drive, and NSA Hampton Roads is 13 minutes out — both short enough to make a morning commute feel routine rather than draining. A VA loan can make a 1940s home like this one especially accessible, and the 23605 zip code tends to attract buyers who prioritize base proximity without paying waterfront premiums. Three bedrooms and two full baths give a small family real room to breathe.

For buyers drawn to character

If cookie-cutter construction leaves you cold, a 1940-built home on Old Ave is worth a serious look. The bones of mid-century construction — solid framing, mature landscaping, and a street grid that predates the cul-de-sac era — give this property a texture that newer builds can't manufacture. Buyers drawn to homes for sale in 23605 for their architectural age and neighborhood continuity will find 5912 Old Ave fits that search well.

More buyer questions

How far is 5912 Old Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive runs about 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the shorter base commutes available among Newport News homes for sale in this price tier. NSA Hampton Roads is similarly close at roughly 13 minutes.

What schools serve 5912 Old Ave?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School and homes for sale zoned for Carver Elementary School will find that 5912 Old Ave falls within those attendance zones — confirm current boundaries with Newport News City Public Schools directly, as zones can shift.

Is 5912 Old Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA map data. Review that section or ask your agent for a full flood zone determination letter.

Does 5912 Old Ave have an HOA?

Based on available property data, there is no HOA associated with 5912 Old Ave, meaning no mandatory association dues or governing covenants beyond standard city ordinances.

What parks are near 5912 Old Ave?

Briarfield Park is the closest at 0.7 miles, followed by Highland Court Park at 0.8 miles and Newsome Park North at 1.0 mile — a solid spread of outdoor options all within easy walking or biking distance.

Want to walk through 5912 Old Ave or run the numbers on a VA loan? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Newport News well — reach out and let's talk.

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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

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

$232

Sold $/sq ft

10d

Days on market

6

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

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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

$1,745/mo

Principal & interest

$1,432

Property tax

$233

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 & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

123% of $224,900

City assessment record · taxes $2,801/yr

Land share of assessed value

22% — $48,800

Improvements $176,100 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$113,000 – $268,990

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.

2015 Marshall AVE · 2.1 mi · 1,387 sqft$179,000 sold 2026-07
1151 18th ST · 2.1 mi · 1,359 sqft$268,990 sold 2026-04
1100 17th ST · 2.1 mi · 1,366 sqft$113,000 sold 2026-07

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

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$275,900

Price / Sq Ft

$199

Annual Taxes

$2,801

Monthly Tax

$233

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.02%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 25, 2026$275,900—
Price reducedSep 8, 2026$275,900−$3,100
Currently listed—$275,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

23% above assessment

Total Assessed

$224,900

Land

$48,800

Improvement

$176,100

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

75 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

Is 5912 Old Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Carver Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Crittenden Middle (VaHome School Score 1.9/10), Heritage (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5912 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 5912 Old Ave?+
Yes — Roughouse Boxing & Fitness MMA is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 5912 Old Ave?+
Briarfield Park is about 0.6 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 5912 Old Ave?+
Solo Mart is about 1 miles away. The closest dining on record is Love Food Mart (0.6 mi).
Does 5912 Old Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5912 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.

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