32 days on market
$530,000
5 Downing Pl
Newport News, Virginia 23606
MLS# 10628747 · MERRY POINT ESTATES · Newport News VA
Updated 4 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,367/mo
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Price / sq ft
$273
1,940 sq ft
Days on market
32
HOA
None
Year built
1955
71 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,940
Garage
Yes
About this home
Welcome to Merry Point Estates.......Custom built.....light & bright throughout. Tastefully updated.....Three full baths....Primary & 2nd ensuite & guest. Cathedral ceilings....Hardwood floors....open kitchen overlooking a private backyard (Birdhouse does not convey) Spacious deck off kitchen for that morning coffee...patio off lower level. Attached 2 car garage. Located near the James River Country Club and the J…
Listed by Judy Sawyer · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty
VaHome Team property overview
5 Downing Place is a 1,940-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath home on a generous 0.35-acre lot in Newport News's Merry Point Estates neighborhood, built in 1955 and sitting just minutes from Christopher Newport University and both installations of Joint Base Langley-Eustis.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 5 Downing Place apart is the combination of a well-proportioned mid-century footprint, three full baths across 1,940 square feet, and a 0.35-acre lot that gives you genuine breathing room in a city neighborhood. Merry Point Estates is a quiet, established pocket of Newport News where lots run larger than average and the street feels more residential lane than cut-through corridor — a rarity this close to a university campus and two military installations.
MERRY POINT ESTATES and the Newport News real estate market
Merry Point Estates sits in the heart of the Midtown Newport News corridor, bordered by the Christopher Newport University campus and the James River shoreline to the south. The neighborhood is made up of post-war single-family homes on sizable lots, giving the streetscape a settled, tree-shaded character that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. Residents here are a mix of long-timers, faculty, and military families who value the central location without the density of downtown. Newport News as a city offers a compelling range of options for anyone exploring houses for sale newport news — from waterfront parks to a thriving arts district — and Merry Point Estates puts you squarely in the middle of it all. The broader Midtown area is walkable to the CNU campus green spaces and a short drive to Hilton Village, the city's beloved early-20th-century planned community. City services fall under Newport News jurisdiction, and the neighborhood carries a genuine sense of place that holds up across decades.
What's nearby
Daily errands and evenings out are easy from Downing Place. Within a mile you'll find three distinct dining options — Discover the Abstractions, Regattas, and The Commons — all roughly 0.8 miles away and each with its own personality. Einstein's coffee shop is just 0.9 miles out for a morning routine that doesn't require getting on a highway. For fitness, the Freeman Center and the CNU Trieshmann Health and Fitness Pavilion are both under a mile, giving you two solid gym options. Green space is equally close: the CNU Volleyball Court and The Great Lawn are 0.7 and 0.8 miles respectively, and Blount Point Cemetery — a quiet, historic green parcel — rounds out the walkable outdoor options at 0.8 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is about 16 minutes away, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is roughly 17 minutes — both well within the range most service members target when using BAH to cover housing costs. A VA loan can make a three-bath home on a third-of-an-acre lot in an established Newport News neighborhood genuinely attainable, and the commute math works whether you're assigned to the Army or Air Force side of the installation.
For families upgrading
Three full baths across 1,940 square feet means no morning bottlenecks, and the 0.35-acre lot gives kids actual yard space in a neighborhood where the streets are quiet enough to use. Merry Point Estates has the kind of settled, mature feel that families looking for a house for sale newport news with long-term roots in mind tend to gravitate toward — large trees, generous setbacks, and neighbors who've been here long enough to know each other's names.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 5 Downing Place from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?
The drive to the Fort Eustis side of Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately 16 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The Langley AFB side is about 17 minutes, making this address convenient to both installations.
What neighborhood is 5 Downing Place in?
The property is located in Merry Point Estates, an established mid-century neighborhood in the Midtown section of Newport News, Virginia, adjacent to the Christopher Newport University campus.
How big is the lot at 5 Downing Place?
The lot measures 0.35 acres, which is notably generous for an in-city Newport News neighborhood and provides meaningful outdoor space front and back.
Is 5 Downing Place in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check that section for the most accurate and up-to-date classification.
Are there restaurants and coffee shops walkable from 5 Downing Place?
Yes — Discover the Abstractions, Regattas, and The Commons are all within 0.8 miles, and Einstein's coffee shop is just 0.9 miles away, making the immediate area genuinely walkable for dining and morning coffee.
Curious whether 5 Downing Place fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Merry Point Estates well — reach out and they'll walk you through everything.
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Location & Neighborhood
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5 Downing PL, Newport News
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,940
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$530,000
Price / Sq Ft
$273
Annual Taxes
$5,551
Monthly Tax
$463
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.05%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 8, 2026 | $530,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $530,000 | — |
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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).
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,367/moPrincipal & interest
$2,750
Property tax
$463
Home insurance
$155
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 CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · MLS# 10628747
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$530,000
5 Downing PL, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23606
Newport News, Virginia 23606
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