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$200,000
$148 / sqft · est. $1,317/mo →
4beds
1.1baths
1,352sqft
8days on market

634 42nd St, Newport News, VA 23607

Under ContractResidential · built 1940 · ALL OTHERS AREA 106

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1940

Price / sqft

$148

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,653/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10646685

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,352
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 106
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Short/Comp Sale

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

About this home

This charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod offers a welcoming feel with a clean, refreshed interior and a layout that provides flexibility for a variety of living needs. The home features an inviting mix of character and modern style throughout, creating a move-in-ready feel without losing its charm. Two bedrooms are located downstairs with two additional bedrooms and a half bath upstairs. Enjoy relaxing evenings out back on the large deck overlooking the spacious fenced backyard. Conveniently located near I-64, Mercury Blvd, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home offers comfort, space, and accessibility all in one.

Listing courtesy of Brooke Waddell · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10646685

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

634 42nd Street is a four-bedroom, 1940s single-family home in Newport News, Virginia, offering 1,352 square feet of living space and a half-bath alongside a full bath — a practical layout with classic mid-century bones and a location that puts NSA Hampton Roads just twelve minutes away.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 634 42nd Street apart is the combination of a genuine four-bedroom count in a compact, manageable footprint and an address that sits equidistant between two major installations. Homes from this era were built with solid construction practices, and the 1940s character here — think defined rooms and traditional proportions — gives the property a feel that open-concept new builds simply can't replicate.

ALL OTHERS AREA 106 and the Newport News real estate market

The 23607 zip code sits in the southern corridor of Newport News, a working waterfront city anchored by the shipbuilding industry and a deep military heritage. This part of Newport News carries a neighborhood-first character: streets are walkable, lots are established, and longtime residents tend to stay. The area has seen steady reinvestment over the years, with community organizations and city programs actively improving the corridor. Newport News itself stretches from the James River to the York River and offers a surprising range of parks, cultural venues, and waterfront access for a mid-sized Virginia city. Living here puts you close to the daily rhythm of a real city — not a suburb pretending to be one — with the convenience of major employers and military installations woven right into the fabric of the place.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from 42nd Street. Grocery options, pharmacies, and fast-casual dining are all within a short drive along Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard — two of the city's main commercial spines. Huntington Park, one of Newport News's larger green spaces, sits nearby and offers waterfront access along the James River. The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is also a reasonable drive, which matters if travel is part of your life. For weekend outings, the Virginia Living Museum and Newport News Park — one of the largest municipal parks on the East Coast — are both accessible without a long haul.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

NSA Hampton Roads and NSA Northwest Annex are each about twelve minutes away, which makes 634 42nd Street a genuinely practical choice for service members stationed at either installation. A VA loan can make ownership here accessible with favorable terms, and four bedrooms give growing families room to spread out. The commute is short, the layout is functional, and the city knows how to support military households.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 634 42nd Street offers a four-bedroom footprint at a scale that's easy to manage. The 1,352-square-foot layout means lower utility overhead and a home that doesn't overwhelm. Newport News has active first-time buyer programs worth exploring, and a VA loan — if you qualify — can make the path to ownership even more straightforward from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 634 42nd Street from NSA Hampton Roads?

NSA Hampton Roads is approximately twelve minutes from 634 42nd Street under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient addresses in Newport News for personnel stationed there.

What is the square footage and layout of 634 42nd Street?

The home offers 1,352 square feet with four bedrooms and one and a half baths — a traditional layout common to 1940s construction that keeps living spaces clearly defined rather than open and undivided.

Is 634 42nd Street 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.

What year was 634 42nd Street built, and what does that mean for the construction?

The home was built in 1940, placing it in an era known for solid framing and traditional room-by-room layouts. Buyers of character-era homes should plan for a thorough inspection to understand what has been updated and what may need attention.

Does 634 42nd Street have a garage or off-street parking?

Specific parking details for this address are best confirmed through current listing documents or a direct walkthrough, as configurations on 1940s lots in Newport News vary widely by property.

Curious whether 634 42nd Street fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan can walk you through the details, the neighborhood, and your financing options — reach out to set up a visit.

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

Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

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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

Stuart Gardens

Stuart Gardens is a historic, established neighborhood in the southeast section of Newport News, set off Chestnut Avenue and Marshall Avenue near the city's waterfront.

$265K

Median sale · 12 mo

$156

Sold $/sq ft

17d

Days on market

9

For sale now

$32K

HH income

46.3%

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

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

$1,317/mo

Principal & interest

$1,038

Property tax

$221

Home insurance

$58

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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$129,000 – $295,000

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.

327 48th ST · 0.6 mi · 1,292 sqft$256,900 sold 2026-05
3015 Wickham AVE · 0.7 mi · 1,300 sqft$252,000 sold 2026-05
2914 Madison AVE · 0.6 mi · 1,446 sqft$274,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$200,000

Price / Sq Ft

$148

Annual Taxes

$2,653

Monthly Tax

$221

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.33%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 31, 2026$200,000—
Currently listed—$200,000—

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

Is 634 42nd St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Newsome Park Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), 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 634 42nd St 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 634 42nd St?+
Yes — Newport News Shipbuilding Building 601 - Apprentice School Athletic Facility is about 0.1 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 634 42nd St?+
Newsome Park North is about 0.5 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 634 42nd St?+
Solo Mart is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Chic-A-Sea Restaurant (0.1 mi).
Does 634 42nd St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 634 42nd St 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.

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Brooke Waddell · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10646685

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634 42nd St, Newport News, Virginia 23607 · MLS #10646685 · 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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