29 days on market
$490,000
6 Downing Pl
Newport News, Virginia 23606
MLS# 10629303 · MERRY POINT ESTATES · Newport News VA
Updated May 4, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,155/mo
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Price / sq ft
$181
2,700 sq ft
Days on market
29
HOA
None
Year built
1955
71 yrs old
Beds
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,700
Garage
No
About this home
Extremely well taken care of & nicely updated golf view 5 bedroom, 3 baths brick home in quiet neighborhood. Split level w/ open concept main floor, large kitchen w/ granite counter tops, matching appliances & generous bar height counter top looking into large living area w/ huge picture windows framing backyard view of James River CC Golf Course. Home has newly refinished original hardwood floors in living & bedroom…
Listed by Steffanie Battles · 1st Class Real Estate Flagship
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 6 Downing Place — a five-bedroom, three-bath home in Merry Point Estates offering 2,700 square feet of living space on a quiet cul-de-sac street in Newport News, Virginia. Built in 1955 and full of character, this address puts you close to Christopher Newport University, dining, and two gates of Joint Base Langley-Eustis.
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Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a 1955-era home is genuinely rare, and Merry Point Estates delivers that scale without the cookie-cutter feel of newer construction. The neighborhood sits on a peninsula between the James River and Warwick River, giving it a tucked-away quality that's hard to find this close to a university campus. Three full baths, 2,700 square feet, and a lot that reflects mid-century generous proportions — there's real room to live here.
MERRY POINT ESTATES and the Newport News real estate market
Merry Point Estates occupies one of the more distinctive pockets in all of Newport News — a quiet, established neighborhood where mature trees line the streets and the surrounding waterways give the area a genuine sense of place. The streets feel residential in the best way: unhurried, well-kept, and genuinely neighborly. Christopher Newport University borders the neighborhood to the north, which brings a lively energy to the nearby dining and fitness scene without disrupting the calm of the side streets. If you've been searching houses for sale newport news and wondering where character-rich neighborhoods actually exist, Merry Point Estates is a strong answer. Newport News itself is one of the larger cities in Hampton Roads, with a deep shipbuilding history, a growing arts corridor, and easy access to the rest of the peninsula via Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard. Daily life here has a rhythm that's hard to replicate in newer subdivisions.
What's nearby
Daily errands and evenings out are both well covered from 6 Downing Place. Within a mile you'll find Discover the Abstractions, Regattas, and The Commons — three distinct dining options all sitting about 0.8 miles away — plus Einstein's for your morning coffee fix at the same distance. For fitness, Freeman Center and the CNU Trieshmann Health and Fitness Pavilion are both under a mile out. Green space is equally close: CNU Volleyball Court, Blount Point Cemetery, and The Great Lawn are all within 0.7 to 0.8 miles, giving you easy options for a walk, a run, or just some open air on a good afternoon.
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 an easy commute from Merry Point Estates. Five bedrooms gives growing military families real flexibility, and using a VA loan, this kind of space in an established Newport News neighborhood is well within reach for many servicemembers.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes that have a story — solid mid-century bones, a real neighborhood with mature landscaping, and a layout that wasn't stamped out by a production builder — 6 Downing Place is worth a serious look. The 1955 build date means genuine architectural detail, and Merry Point Estates has the kind of established feel that newer subdivisions spend decades trying to grow into. This is a house for sale in Newport News that actually has something to say.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 6 Downing Place from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?
The drive to the Fort Eustis gate of Joint Base Langley-Eustis runs about 16 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes Merry Point Estates a practical daily commute for soldiers and civilians working on post.
How far is 6 Downing Place from Langley AFB?
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is approximately 17 minutes from 6 Downing Place, making it one of the closer residential neighborhoods in Newport News for Air Force personnel stationed there.
What is the flood risk at 6 Downing Place?
Merry Point Estates sits on a peninsula near the James and Warwick Rivers, so flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation specific to this parcel.
Is there an HOA in Merry Point Estates?
Merry Point Estates does not carry a mandatory HOA, which means no required dues or association-governed restrictions on top of standard city and county ordinances.
What is the square footage and layout of 6 Downing Place?
The home offers 2,700 square feet of living space spread across five bedrooms and three full baths, built on a residential lot in Newport News. The 1955 construction gives it a floor plan with proportions typical of mid-century homes — generally more generous room sizes than comparably sized newer builds.
Want to see 6 Downing Place in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Merry Point Estates well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough at your convenience.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
6 Downing PL, Newport News
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,700
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$490,000
Price / Sq Ft
$181
Annual Taxes
$5,640
Monthly Tax
$470
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.15%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 11, 2026 | $490,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $490,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Newport News via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$465,500
Land
$115,500
Improvement
$350,000
Parcel ID: 236000312 · 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
$3,155/moPrincipal & interest
$2,543
Property tax
$470
Home insurance
$143
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 1st Class Real Estate Flagship · MLS# 10629303
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$490,000
6 Downing PL, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23606
Newport News, Virginia 23606
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