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618 Cristal DR, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23608 - Main photo
3beds
2.1baths
1,455sqft
19days on market

618 Cristal Dr, Newport News, VA 23608

SoldResidential · built 1994 · KINGS CHARTER

About this home

Welcome to this beautiful maintained home offering comfort, convenience and plenty of space inside and out. This home features a bright and inviting floor plan with a spacious living area, used for entertaining or relaxing. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry and counter space, flowing easily into the dining area. The primary suite includes a private bath, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests or a home office. Step outside to enjoy the large yard with room for gardening, play or outdoor gatherings. The only thing missing is YOU!!!

Listing courtesy of Timothy Petite · Queen Real Estate · REIN MLS #10634655

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1994

Price / sqft

$223

HOA fee

$38/mo

Taxes

$3,729/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10634655

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,455
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
7
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1653
Subdivision
KINGS CHARTER
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car
Possession
AT CLOSING
Disclosures
Common Interest Community

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

618 Cristal Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Newport News built in 1994, offering 1,455 square feet of living space just seven minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Everyday errands, dining, and a neighborhood park are all within a mile.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 618 Cristal Drive apart is its unbeatable position between two major installations — Fort Eustis to the south and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown to the north — making it a rare find for dual-military households or anyone whose work life revolves around either base. The 1994 construction puts you in a generation of homes with solid bones, and the half-bath on the main level is a practical detail that makes daily life noticeably smoother.

KINGS CHARTER and the Newport News real estate market

618 Cristal Drive sits in the 23608 zip code of Newport News, a section of the city that strikes a comfortable balance between suburban calm and easy access to everything you actually need. The streets here are residential and low-traffic, with mature trees lining the sidewalks and a genuine neighborhood feel that's harder to find in newer developments. If you've been searching for a home for sale newport news va that doesn't require a long commute to either the peninsula's military installations or its commercial corridors, this part of Newport News delivers. You're west of Jefferson Avenue, which means groceries, restaurants, and services are close without the congestion of the main commercial strip right outside your door. Newport News as a city offers a lot — waterfront parks along the James River, the Virginia Living Museum, and a diverse food scene — and from Cristal Drive you can reach most of it in under twenty minutes.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. El Patio Dominican Restaurant & Lounge is just half a mile away for a sit-down dinner without the drive, and Big Boo BBQ and Hibachi Express are both within 0.6 miles when you want something quick and satisfying. For groceries, Hop N Shop — which shares a stop with Zero's Subs — is 0.6 miles out, with M P International and ubbego African Supermarket both under a mile for specialty and international ingredients. Woodside Park is 0.8 miles away and gives you a genuine green space for weekend mornings or after-school hours.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Seven minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and ten minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown — 618 Cristal Drive is one of the most commute-efficient addresses on the peninsula for active-duty households. BAH rates in this zip code align well with the price range here, and VA loan eligibility makes ownership on Cristal Drive a realistic near-term goal for most service members and veterans.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 618 Cristal Drive offers a manageable 1,455 square feet, three bedrooms, and 2.5 baths — enough space to grow without overwhelming maintenance demands. The 1994 build means you're not dealing with the surprises that come with older homes, and the walkable proximity to dining and groceries means one car can genuinely be enough for day-to-day life.

More buyer questions

How far is 618 Cristal Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive from 618 Cristal Drive to the Fort Eustis gate at Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find in Newport News without living directly on post.

How far is 618 Cristal Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly ten minutes north of 618 Cristal Drive, making this address a practical choice for personnel assigned there as well.

What is the square footage and layout of 618 Cristal Drive?

The home offers 1,455 square feet with three bedrooms, two full baths, and a half-bath on the main level — a layout that works well for small families or households that regularly have guests.

Is 618 Cristal Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Are there parks or green spaces near 618 Cristal Drive?

Woodside Park is 0.8 miles from the address and is the closest dedicated green space for outdoor recreation, walking, or letting kids run around after school.

Want to see 618 Cristal Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Newport News well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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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

50.5 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

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$395K

Median sale · 12 mo

$187

Sold $/sq ft

20d

Days on market

6

For sale now

$112K

HH income

80.5%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

11min·4.8mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

14min·7.1mi

Camp Peary

DoD

20min·13.5mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

34min·18.2mi

NSA HR

Navy

76min·30mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$2,092/mo

Principal & interest

$1,686

Property tax

$311

Home insurance

$95

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$38

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

Comparables

Asking vs. assessment

107% of $303,600

City assessment record · taxes $3,729/yr

Land share of assessed value

25% — $76,000

Improvements $227,600 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$250,000 – $319,900

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.

225 Citizens LN · 2.6 mi · 1,477 sqft$250,000 sold 2026-09
109 Chambers RD · 2.7 mi · 1,477 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-05
14309 Penrith LN · 2.5 mi · 1,530 sqft$297,000 sold 2026-04

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$325,000

Price / Sq Ft

$223

Annual Taxes

$3,729

Monthly Tax

$311

HOA fee

$38 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

1.15%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
Price reducedJul 9, 2026$325,000−$20,000
ListedJul 16, 2026$325,000—
SoldJul 1, 2026$325,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

7% above assessment

Total Assessed

$303,600

Land

$76,000

Improvement

$227,600

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.

Questions buyers ask

Is 618 Cristal Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Richneck Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), Ella Fitzgerald Middle, Woodside (VaHome School Score 6.3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 618 Cristal Dr 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.
Are there parks near 618 Cristal Dr?+
Woodside Park is about 0.8 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 618 Cristal Dr?+
Hop N Shop / Zero’s Subs is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is El Patio Dominican Restaurant & Lounge (0.5 mi).
Does 618 Cristal Dr have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is N/A.
When was 618 Cristal Dr built?+
It was built in 1994, 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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Listing courtesy of Timothy Petite · Queen Real Estate · REIN MLS #10634655

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618 Cristal Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23608 · MLS #10634655 · 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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