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Newport News › GLENDALE › 70 Sweetbriar Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10633995 · record updated Jun 5, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$374,000
$198 / sqft · est. $2,357/mo →
4beds
2baths
1,885sqft
15days on market

70 Sweetbriar Dr, Newport News, VA 23606

Under ContractResidential · built 1964 · GLENDALE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Spacious split-level home featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an expansive kitchen, and two living areas for flexible everyday living. The lower level boasts an oversized 2 car garage with plenty of additional storage. This home presents a wonderful opportunity to make it your own with both indoor and outdoor spaces ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. Enjoy a prime location near Christopher Newport University, local restaurants, shopping, and major highways for an easy commute. Convenient access to both Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Fort Eustis make this an ideal location for many buyers.

Listing courtesy of Katherine Parker · Abbitt Realty Company LLC · REIN MLS #10633995

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 70 Sweetbriar Drive — a four-bedroom, two-bath, 1,885-square-foot home on a quarter-acre lot in Newport News's established Glendale neighborhood. Built in 1964, it sits minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis and within walking distance of groceries, coffee, and green space.

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Why this home stands out

Glendale's tree-lined streets and mid-century bones give 70 Sweetbriar Drive a sense of permanence you won't find in newer cookie-cutter subdivisions. The 0.24-acre lot offers genuine outdoor space in a city where that's increasingly rare close to the action. Four bedrooms means room to grow, host, or work from home — and the walkable corridor along Warwick Boulevard puts daily errands within a half-mile of your front door.

GLENDALE and the Newport News real estate market

Glendale is one of Newport News's quieter, well-rooted residential pockets — the kind of neighborhood where mature trees line the sidewalks and neighbors actually know each other's names. Developed primarily in the 1960s, the area has a cohesive character: solid brick and frame homes, generous lots, and a calm residential rhythm that still keeps you close to everything. Sweetbriar Drive sits just inside the neighborhood's heart, giving you that tucked-away feel without the inconvenience of a long commute to anywhere. Newport News itself is a city with real range — waterfront parks, a world-class museum district, and a diverse dining scene all within a short drive. If you've been searching among newport news va houses for sale and wondering which neighborhoods offer lasting value, Glendale consistently earns a second look. The city's infrastructure is solid, the community identity is strong, and the location — central on the Peninsula — means you're never more than a few minutes from the interstate, the water, or a good meal.

What's nearby

Daily life runs smoothly from Sweetbriar Drive. A Harris Teeter is just 0.4 miles away, with two Food Lion locations within 0.8 miles for backup runs. Coffee is practically at the corner — Starbucks appears twice within half a mile, and Panera Bread rounds out the morning options. For lunch or dinner, ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi and Chipotle Mexican Grill are both within a five-minute walk. Staying active is easy too: Pure Barre and the CNU Trieshmann Health and Fitness Pavilion are both under 0.6 miles out. President's Lawn and Deer Park, including its playground, are within half a mile — great for weekend afternoons without loading up the car.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 14 minutes away by car — whether you're assigned to Langley AFB or Fort Eustis, the commute is manageable on either end. A VA loan can make a four-bedroom home like this one very attainable, and the BAH rates for the Newport News area tend to align well with Peninsula home prices. Glendale's stability and proximity to base make it a perennial favorite for military households.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms and nearly 1,900 square feet give a growing family real breathing room, and the 0.24-acre lot means there's actual yard space to use. Glendale's neighborhood feel — walkable parks, low cut-through traffic, and a community that's been here for decades — is exactly what families looking at houses for sale newport news va tend to prioritize when they're ready to put down longer roots.

More buyer questions

How far is 70 Sweetbriar Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB)?

The drive to Langley AFB is approximately 14 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient off-base locations on the Peninsula for Air Force personnel.

How far is 70 Sweetbriar Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?

Fort Eustis is roughly 16 minutes by car from Sweetbriar Drive, a straightforward commute that keeps you well within a practical daily driving range.

What is the Glendale neighborhood like in Newport News?

Glendale is a mid-century residential neighborhood characterized by mature trees, modestly sized lots, and a mix of brick and frame homes built primarily in the 1960s — it has a settled, community-oriented character that appeals to buyers looking for something with more history and stability than newer developments.

Is 70 Sweetbriar Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.

Are there parks near 70 Sweetbriar Drive?

Yes — President's Lawn and Deer Park (including Deer Park Playground) are both within half a mile, offering open green space and a playground within easy walking distance of the home.

Want to know more about 70 Sweetbriar Drive or Glendale? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through the details — reach out and let's talk.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1964

Price / sqft

$198

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,693/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10633995

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,885
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Foyer, Utility Closet, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Split-Level, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2400
Subdivision
GLENDALE
Zoning
R3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510103

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Glendale

Glendale is an established residential neighborhood in central Newport News, set in the 23606 area near J. Clyde Morris Boulevard (Virginia State Route 312) and within reach of the Jefferson Avenue corridor.

$370K

Median sale · 12 mo

$214

Sold $/sq ft

15d

Days on market

4

For sale now

$89K

HH income

57.9%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,357/mo

Principal & interest

$1,941

Property tax

$308

Home insurance

$109

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$335,000 – $516,500

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.

200 Mistletoe DR · 1.5 mi · 1,846 sqft$470,000 sold 2026-05
5 White Oak DR · 1.7 mi · 1,854 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-05
125 Tipton RD · 1.6 mi · 2,000 sqft$485,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$374,000

Price / Sq Ft

$198

Annual Taxes

$3,693

Monthly Tax

$308

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.99%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 21, 2026$374,000—
Currently listed—$374,000—

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

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 70 Sweetbriar Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hidenwood Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Menchville (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 70 Sweetbriar Dr 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 70 Sweetbriar Dr?+
Yes — Pure Barre is about 0.5 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 70 Sweetbriar Dr?+
President's Lawn is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 70 Sweetbriar Dr?+
Harris Teeter is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi (0.4 mi).
Does 70 Sweetbriar Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 70 Sweetbriar Dr built?+
It was built in 1964, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Katherine Parker · Abbitt Realty Company LLC · REIN MLS #10633995

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70 Sweetbriar Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23606 · MLS #10633995 · 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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