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5beds
3baths
2,700sqft
25days on market

6 Downing Pl, Newport News, VA 23606

Under ContractResidential · built 1955 · MERRY POINT ESTATES

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$172

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,640/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10645093

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,700
Stories
2
Flooring
Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
10
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Split-Level, Tri-Level
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl, Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
MERRY POINT ESTATES
Zoning
R2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Extremely well taken care of & nicely updated golf view 5 bedroom, 3 baths brick home in quiet neighborhood. Split level w/ open concept main floor, large kitchen w/ granite counter tops, matching appliances & generous bar height counter top looking into large living area w/ huge picture windows framing backyard view of James River CC Golf Course. Home has newly refinished original hardwood floors in living & bedrooms, tile in kitchen and baths, tile & vinyl on bottom floor. Great outdoor living with patio. Windows, roof, floors, kitchen, bath, HVAC updates all in the last 15 years. Convenient to river front, CNU, Mariner's Museum, & PFAC.

Listing courtesy of Steffanie Battles · 1st Class Real Estate Flagship · REIN MLS #10645093

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

This five-bedroom, three-bath home sits on a quiet street in Newport News with 2,700 square feet of living space. Built in 1955, it offers solid bones and room to expand. You're about 16 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, making it convenient for base commuters.

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Why this home stands out

The layout gives you five bedrooms across 2,700 square feet—plenty of space for a home office, guest room, or storage. A three-bath setup keeps mornings manageable. The mid-century construction means classic charm paired with bones solid enough to support updates on your timeline. Corner lot positioning and mature trees frame the property nicely.

MERRY POINT ESTATES and the Newport News real estate market

Downing Place sits in a residential pocket of Newport News where tree-lined streets and single-family homes create a stable, quiet setting. The neighborhood has the feel of an established community—neighbors who've been here a while, well-maintained properties, and a sense of continuity. Newport News itself is a full-service city with shopping, dining, and services spread across its length. Highway 60 and I-64 connect you quickly to surrounding areas. Daily life here moves at a manageable pace. You're close enough to regional amenities but far enough from highway noise. The kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23606.

What's nearby

A short drive gets you to everyday essentials—grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual dining are within minutes. Newport News Park offers green space and trails for outdoor time. The downtown waterfront district is about 10 minutes away if you want to explore restaurants or events. Schools, medical offices, and shopping centers dot the surrounding neighborhoods. You won't feel isolated, but you're not in a dense commercial zone either.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

About 16 minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis puts you in a comfortable commute zone. VA loan financing is common in this area, and the five-bedroom layout means you can settle in without an immediate search for more space. The solid structure and established neighborhood appeal to buyers looking to plant roots.

Room to grow

Five bedrooms let you claim space for a home office, guest suite, and sleeping rooms all at once. Three full baths reduce morning bottlenecks. The 2,700-square-foot footprint sits on a generous lot, so you have yard space for play or projects. The layout supports your household's current and future needs.

More buyer questions

How far is 6 Downing Place from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

About 16 minutes to Fort Eustis and roughly 17 minutes to Langley AFB, depending on traffic and your exact destination on base.

What schools are zoned for this address?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School or homes for sale zoned for Hidenwood Elementary School should verify current zone assignments with Newport News Public Schools, as boundaries can shift.

Is there a basement or crawl space?

The home was built in 1955 with a foundation typical of that era; a home inspection will confirm the exact foundation type and any finished or unfinished space below grade.

Can I walk to shops and restaurants?

Most errands require a car, though the neighborhood is close to Newport News commercial areas and shopping centers within a few minutes' drive.

What is the lot size?

The property sits on a generous residential lot; exact dimensions are available through the property record or a surveyor.

Ready to explore 6 Downing Place and other Newport News homes for sale? Reach out to Tom & Dariya Milan to schedule a tour today.

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

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Newport News$395K – $535K5+ 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

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

25 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

Hidenwood

Hidenwood is a settled neighborhood of homes in Newport News, Virginia. It is known for tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family houses.

$355K

Median sale · 12 mo

$208

Sold $/sq ft

39d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$86K

HH income

63.1%

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

$3,018/mo

Principal & interest

$2,413

Property tax

$470

Home insurance

$136

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

100% of $465,500

City assessment record · taxes $5,640/yr

Land share of assessed value

25% — $115,500

Improvements $350,000 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$345,000 – $680,000

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.

24 Langhorne RD · 0.3 mi · 2,526 sqft$490,000 sold 2026-03
239 Shoe LN · 0.5 mi · 2,601 sqft$450,000 sold 2026-09
79 Queens CT · 0.5 mi · 2,770 sqft$560,000 sold 2026-05

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

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$465,000

Price / Sq Ft

$172

Annual Taxes

$5,640

Monthly Tax

$470

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.21%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 20, 2026$465,000—
Price reducedAug 5, 2026$465,000−$5,000
Currently listed—$465,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$465,500

Land

$115,500

Improvement

$350,000

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:

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 6 Downing Pl in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hidenwood Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.2/10), 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.
Is 6 Downing Pl 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 6 Downing Pl?+
Yes — Freeman Center is about 0.9 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 6 Downing Pl?+
CNU Volleyball Court is about 0.7 miles away.
Does 6 Downing Pl have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 6 Downing Pl built?+
It was built in 1955, 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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6 Downing Pl, Newport News, Virginia 23606 · MLS #10645093 · 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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