60 days on market
$549,900
53 Hertzler Rd
Newport News, Virginia 23602
MLS# 10624667 · SHORE PARK · Newport News VA
Updated 2 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,394/mo
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Price / sq ft
$209
2,626 sq ft
Days on market
60
HOA
None
Year built
1973
53 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
2,626
Garage
Yes
About this home
Experience effortless living in this beautifully designed, handicap-accessible home featuring a PRIVATE ELEVATOR and thoughtful design. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, w 2-car garage. Great room offers scenic river views and flows into an open kitchen with bar seating and a separate dining room. Wood flooring throughout the first level, along with a convenient main-floor laundry/utility room. Renovated primary bath includes c…
This 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath detached home in Shore Park, Newport News, is priced at $549,900 ($209/sqft) and has been on the market for 60 days. Built in 1973 and spanning 2,626 square feet, the home features a private residential elevator providing accessibility between levels. Located in Newport News with river views, the property offers a main-floor layout with wood flooring, renovated bathrooms, and a two-car garage.
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Listed by Carey Hodsden · EXP Realty LLC
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 53 Hertzler Road — a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home on a generous 0.3-acre lot in Newport News's Shore Park neighborhood. Built in 1973, this 2,626-square-foot single-family property sits just seven minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, making it a natural fit for military and civilian families alike.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 53 Hertzler Road apart is the combination of square footage, lot size, and location that's genuinely hard to replicate at this address class. You're getting over 2,600 square feet of living space on a third of an acre in an established neighborhood — room to spread out inside and outside — with one of the shortest commute windows to Fort Eustis you'll find anywhere in Newport News. That's a rare trifecta in this part of the Peninsula.
SHORE PARK and the Newport News real estate market
Shore Park is one of those quietly dependable Newport News neighborhoods that rewards the buyers who take a closer look. Developed primarily in the 1970s, the community has a settled, tree-lined character — mature landscaping, wide lots, and the kind of street-level calm that newer subdivisions take decades to earn. Neighbors here tend to put down roots, and it shows in the way the area is maintained. If you've been searching through houses for sale newport news and kept running into either tight lots or long commutes, Shore Park tends to solve both problems at once. Newport News itself is a city of real substance — home to one of the largest shipyards on the East Coast, a growing arts and dining scene along the waterfront, and easy access to the broader Hampton Roads metro. The city's blend of military heritage, working-class pride, and steady economic investment makes it one of the more resilient real estate markets in Virginia.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands from 53 Hertzler Road are genuinely convenient. Walmart Supercenter and a full grocery lineup are within a short drive along Jefferson Avenue, one of the Peninsula's main commercial corridors. Starbucks and several local coffee spots are close by for morning routines. Denbigh Park and Riverview Farm Park both offer open green space, walking trails, and recreation within a few miles. For dining, you're a quick drive from a solid mix of local restaurants and national options along the Jefferson Avenue corridor. Pharmacy and urgent care options are plentiful in the surrounding Denbigh area, keeping daily needs well within reach.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) and seventeen minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown — 53 Hertzler Road sits in one of the strongest BAH-aligned commute corridors on the Peninsula. Four bedrooms means room for a growing family, and VA loan eligibility makes a 2,600-square-foot home on a third of an acre genuinely attainable. This is the kind of address that makes a PCS feel like a win.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you bumping into walls, 53 Hertzler Road offers a real upgrade in breathing room. Four bedrooms, two and a half baths, over 2,600 square feet, and a 0.3-acre lot give everyone in the household their own space — inside and out. Shore Park's established, tree-lined streets add the kind of neighborhood stability that's hard to find in brand-new construction, and this house for sale newport news checks the boxes families upgrading from a starter home are usually chasing.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 53 Hertzler Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 53 Hertzler Road to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts it among the closest residential options in Newport News relative to the base's main gates.
How far is 53 Hertzler Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly seventeen minutes from 53 Hertzler Road, making this address a workable option for service members assigned to either installation.
What neighborhood is 53 Hertzler Road in?
The property is located in Shore Park, an established residential neighborhood in the Denbigh area of Newport News, Virginia. Shore Park is known for its mature tree canopy, generous lot sizes, and stable, owner-occupied character.
Is 53 Hertzler Road 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. We recommend reviewing that section and consulting with your lender or insurance agent for specifics.
Does 53 Hertzler Road have a garage?
Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough — the FloorPlan and Features sections of this page will reflect the most accurate structural information available.
Ready to walk through 53 Hertzler Road in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Shore Park and the Newport News market well — reach out and let's set up a tour.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
53 Hertzler RD, Newport News
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
2,626
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Terrazzo, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$549,900
Price / Sq Ft
$209
Annual Taxes
$4,566
Monthly Tax
$381
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.83%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 13, 2026 | $549,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $549,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Newport News via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$374,500
Land
$92,400
Improvement
$282,100
Parcel ID: 145000131 · View on city GIS portal
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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).
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,394/moPrincipal & interest
$2,853
Property tax
$381
Home insurance
$160
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 EXP Realty LLC · MLS# 10624667
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$549,900
53 Hertzler RD, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23602
Newport News, Virginia 23602
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