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615 Lafayette TER, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23605 - Main photo
$285,000
$251 / sqft · est. $1,801/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,137sqft
3days on market

615 Lafayette Ter, Newport News, VA 23605

SoldResidential · built 1955 · ALL OTHERS AREA 107

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome to this beautifully updated, move-in-ready home offering a perfect blend of charm, modern updates, and an easy commute to the shipyard. As you step inside the home it flows effortlessly from the comfortable living room into a separate dining room with a cute entry featuring character-rich built-in shelves that set a welcoming tone making it ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen boasts plenty of cabinets for all your storage needs, newer appliances, and a casual eat-in area perfect for morning coffee. A convenient laundry area is also tucked away nearby. The entire home features fresh paint and brand-new flooring, beautifully combining durable luxury vinyl in high-traffic zones with cozy new carpet in the bedrooms. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a beautifully updated bath, there is plenty of room for everyone to relax. Step out back to find your private outdoor oasis. A covered rear porch overlooks a large yard with privacy fence, offering an ideal space for outdoor dining, playtime, or pets. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and DIYers will be thrilled by the massive detached garage, complete with workshop space and abundant room for storage or projects. Do not miss the opportunity to own this turn-key property that checks every single box. Schedule your private tour today.

Listing courtesy of Leanne Hester · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10638116

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

615 Lafayette Terrace is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1955 with 1,137 square feet of living space. Sitting just 12 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, it offers a practical, well-located footprint for a wide range of buyers.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 615 Lafayette Terrace apart is its combination of mid-century bones and genuine proximity to Joint Base Langley-Eustis — one of the tightest commute windows you'll find in this price tier of Newport News. The 1955 construction era means solid lot sizing and a street-level presence that newer infill developments rarely match. Two full baths in a three-bedroom home of this vintage is a real advantage.

ALL OTHERS AREA 107 and the Newport News real estate market

615 Lafayette Terrace sits in a residential pocket of central Newport News — a city that stretches from the James River waterfront up through the Virginia Peninsula with surprising variety in its neighborhoods. This part of town carries the quiet, established feel of mid-20th-century development: mature trees lining the streets, homes with defined yards, and neighbors who tend to stay put. Newport News itself is one of the larger independent cities in Virginia, home to a working shipyard, a growing arts district, and a park system that runs for miles along the James River. The city's central location on the Peninsula puts you within reasonable reach of both Hampton and the broader Hampton Roads metro without the congestion of the Southside. Daily life here has a grounded, unhurried quality — close enough to everything, far enough from the noise.

What's nearby

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is roughly 12 minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads is about 18 minutes out — making 615 Lafayette Terrace a strong fit for anyone with orders to either installation. For everyday needs, the Warwick Boulevard corridor is nearby with grocery options, pharmacies, and quick-service dining. Patrick Henry Mall is a short drive for larger retail. Huntington Park, one of Newport News's most beloved green spaces along the James River, is within easy reach for weekend walks, picnics, and waterfront views.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

A 12-minute drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and 18 minutes to NSA Hampton Roads makes 615 Lafayette Terrace a practical anchor during a PCS move. The VA loan benefit pairs naturally with a home like this — three bedrooms, two full baths, and a manageable footprint that works whether you're here for two years or five.

For first-time buyers

If you're buying your first home, 615 Lafayette Terrace offers a realistic entry point into Newport News homeownership. Three bedrooms and two full baths give you room to grow, the 1955 construction means a real yard and real walls, and the location keeps your commute options open across the Peninsula.

More buyer questions

How far is 615 Lafayette Terrace from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive from 615 Lafayette Terrace to Joint Base Langley-Eustis typically runs about 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base options on the Peninsula.

How far is 615 Lafayette Terrace from NSA Hampton Roads?

NSA Hampton Roads is approximately 18 minutes from 615 Lafayette Terrace, an easy commute along the Peninsula's main corridors.

What is the square footage and layout of 615 Lafayette Terrace?

The home offers 1,137 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, built in 1955 as a single-family residential property.

Is 615 Lafayette Terrace in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 615 Lafayette Terrace is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property.

Where is 615 Lafayette Terrace located within Newport News?

615 Lafayette Terrace is located in central Newport News, Virginia 23605, in an established residential area with convenient access to Warwick Boulevard and the broader Peninsula road network.

Want to know more about 615 Lafayette Terrace or explore similar homes in Newport News? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it — reach out anytime.

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

1955

Price / sqft

$251

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,865/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10638116

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,137
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Porch, Utility Closet, Workshop
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Range, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Aluminum,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
0.1800
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 107
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · 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 B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Hilton Village

Hilton Village is one of Newport News' most storied neighborhoods, laid out beginning in 1918 as one of the nation's first federally funded planned communities, built to house workers during the World War I expansion of Newport News Shipbuilding.

$310K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

19d

Days on market

4

For sale now

$71K

HH income

49.6%

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

$1,801/mo

Principal & interest

$1,479

Property tax

$239

Home insurance

$83

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

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

$100,000 – $209,000

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.

15 Towne Square DR · 1.6 mi · 1,100 sqft$155,000 sold 2026-05
7501 River RD #14C · 1.7 mi · 1,100 sqft$192,000 sold 2026-07
7501 River RD #16C · 1.7 mi · 1,100 sqft$203,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$285,000

Price / Sq Ft

$251

Annual Taxes

$2,865

Monthly Tax

$239

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.01%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 11, 2026$285,000—
Price increasedJul 14, 2026$285,000+$5,000
SoldJul 10, 2026$285,000—

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

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 615 Lafayette Ter in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Sedgefield Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Homer L. Hines Middle (GreatSchools 2/10), Warwick (GreatSchools 4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 615 Lafayette Ter 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 615 Lafayette Ter?+
Yes — InZane Fitness is about 0.7 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 615 Lafayette Ter?+
Hilton Community Garden is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 615 Lafayette Ter?+
Mi Lindo Puebla Tienda & Restaurante Mexicano is about 0.1 miles away. The closest dining on record is 7-Eleven (0.1 mi).
Does 615 Lafayette Ter have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 615 Lafayette Ter 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.

The people

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

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Leanne Hester · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10638116

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615 Lafayette Ter, Newport News, Virginia 23605 · MLS #10638116 · 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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