20 days on market
$260,000
144 Nelson Dr
Newport News, Virginia 23601
MLS# 10620222 · BRANDON HEIGHTS · Newport News VA
Updated Mar 7, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,715/mo
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Price / sq ft
$157
1,660 sq ft
Days on market
20
HOA
None
Year built
1937
89 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,660
Garage
Yes
About this home
Welcome to 144 Nelson Drive — a 4-bedroom, 2 full bath home full of warmth and opportunity. With beautiful wood floors and a cozy, cabin-like feel, this well-kept home offers character right in the heart of the city. Perfect for someone handy or creative who wants to add their personal touch and make it their own. Major updates include a new roof (2024), new HVAC systems (2023 & 2024), and new LVP flooring in the la…
Listed by Megan McElrath · Capital to Coast Realty LLC
Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
144 Nelson DR, Newport News
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,660
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Heating
Heat Pump,Nat Gas
Cooling
Heat Pump
Laundry
Interior Features
Scuttle Access, Walk-In Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$260,000
Price / Sq Ft
$157
Annual Taxes
$3,476
Monthly Tax
$290
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.34%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 19, 2026 | $260,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $260,000 | — |
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About buying in Newport News
Newport News is a long, narrow city stretching along the James River with neighborhoods that range dramatically in price and character. Hilton Village offers historic English-village-style homes built in the 1910s; Port Warwick provides newer mixed-use community living with restaurants and shops on-site. Denbigh, Kiln Creek, and Riverside offer suburban subdivisions popular with families. The city is home to Newport News Shipbuilding (the largest industrial employer in Virginia) and Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis side).
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,715/moPrincipal & interest
$1,349
Property tax
$290
Home insurance
$76
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Capital to Coast Realty LLC · MLS# 10620222
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$260,000
144 Nelson DR, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23601
Newport News, Virginia 23601
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