This beautifully updated, move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and peace of mind. The home features numerous recent renovations and updates throughout, including an updated kitchen, updated bathroom, fresh paint, and beautiful wood and LVP flooring. The roof and HVAC system are both less than 10 years old, while the stainless-steel kitchen appliances are approximately 5 years old and convey with the property, including the washer and dryer. Enjoy the oversized fenced backyard with plenty of space for entertaining, gardening, pets, or relaxing outdoors. With major updates already completed, this home is ready for its new owner! Conveniently located near shopping, dining, major highways, schools, and local military installations. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained and updated home in Newport News! Back on the market through no fault of the seller! The seller is making important improvements, including new PVC plumbing from the street to the home, a new vapor barrier, and termite and moisture (T&M) treatment. These updates provide added peace of mind for the next homeowner. Don't miss this opportunity!
Listing courtesy of Nathan Cox · The Bryant Group · REIN MLS #10653061
A 1940s two-bedroom, one-bath home on Ellen Road in Newport News offers compact, classic living. The 700-square-foot layout sits minutes from NSA Hampton Roads and Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Daily errands are close by, and you're in the heart of a walkable neighborhood.
Built in 1940, this home carries vintage charm with a straightforward floor plan. Two bedrooms and one bath fit efficiently into 700 square feet—ideal for someone seeking simplicity without sprawl. The location puts you about 13 minutes to NSA Hampton Roads and 14 minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, making commutes straightforward. Nearby grocery stores and restaurants cluster within walking distance, so you can handle daily life on foot.
ALL OTHERS AREA 106 and the Newport News real estate market
Ellen Road sits in a close-knit Newport News neighborhood where neighbors know each other and foot traffic is common. Tree-lined streets and modest homes from the 1940s era define the block's character. You're minutes from grocery stores like Tieda Hispana and Solo Mart, plus casual dining at Sunday 2911 Soul Food Kitchen, Alice & Annie's, and Southern style wings and things. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep roots in shipbuilding and military service. The city center lies about 10 minutes south; downtown offers shops, dining, and cultural venues. Getting around is easy—major roads like Warwick Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue connect you to the wider Hampton Roads region. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23605 will find this address offers affordable entry into an established neighborhood with real walkability.
What's nearby
Tieda Hispana and Solo Mart sit within a few blocks for quick grocery runs. Sunday 2911 Soul Food Kitchen, Alice & Annie's, and Southern style wings and things are all a short walk away for casual meals. Carrier Cafe serves coffee and light fare nearby. Recreation is close too: 47th Street & Warwick Minipark and Highland Court Park are under a mile away, and the Old Apprentice School Gymnasium offers fitness options. Newsome Park North rounds out the parks within easy reach.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
NSA Hampton Roads is about 13 minutes away by car; Joint Base Langley-Eustis sits roughly 14 minutes south. VA loan financing is widely used in this area, and the home's modest price point means lower down payments and closing costs. The straightforward layout and compact square footage mean less to maintain and faster move-in timelines.
For first-time buyers
At 700 square feet, this 1940s home is affordable and low-maintenance—no sprawling yard or complex systems to manage. Two bedrooms and one bath suit a single buyer or couple starting out. The walkable neighborhood means you can skip some car trips, and nearby groceries and restaurants are within easy reach. If you are comparing homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School or homes for sale zoned for Carver Elementary School, this address offers a solid foundation at a lower entry price.
More buyer questions
How far is 683 Ellen Road from NSA Hampton Roads?
About 13 minutes by car, depending on traffic and your exact destination on base.
What grocery stores are near this address?
Tieda Hispana and Solo Mart are both within a few blocks; Dollar General is less than a mile away.
Are there parks nearby?
Yes—47th Street & Warwick Minipark, Highland Court Park, and Newsome Park North are all under a mile away.
Is this home in a walkable neighborhood?
Yes. Groceries, restaurants, and parks cluster within walking distance, so you can handle many daily errands on foot.
How far is Joint Base Langley-Eustis from this address?
About 14 minutes by car south of Ellen Road.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NSA HR
Navy
32min·21.8mi
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JBLE Langley
Air Force
26min·11.1mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
29min·20.5mi
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NS Norfolk
Navy
27min·20.1mi
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NMCP
Navy
26min·19.8mi
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Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510103
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510103
Low / Moderate Risk
FEMA flood zone
X (low to moderate risk)
Base flood elevation
Not applicable in low-risk zones
Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.
Property elevation
15.5 ft above sea level
USGS 3DEP digital elevation model
Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.
Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.
Newmarket Village is a settled part of central Newport News. It sits near where Jefferson Avenue meets Mercury Boulevard. Most homes are classic single-family houses.
$216KMedian sale · 12 mo
$232Sold $/sq ft
11dDays on market
3For sale now
$51KHH income
46%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
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
$1,603/mo
Principal & interest
$1,219
Property tax
$315
Home insurance
$69
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 & historyComparables
Price context: similar nearby homes$128,000 – $275,000The 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.
614 Ellen RD · 0.2 mi · 750 sqft$220,000 sold 2026-07
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Comparable Properties
Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.
47 days on market: read it in context
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Questions buyers ask
Is 683 Ellen Rd in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Carver Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), Crittenden Middle (VaHome School Score 1.6/10), Heritage (VaHome School Score 3.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 683 Ellen Rd 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.
Does 683 Ellen Rd have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 683 Ellen Rd built?
It was built in 1940, per the listing record.
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