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$289,999
$201 / sqft · est. $1,829/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,440sqft
8days on market

709 E Mercury Blvd, Hampton, VA 23663

ActiveResidential · built 1931 · WILLOW BEACH

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Timeless Charm & Modern Renovations Meet In This Traditional Two-Story Home Featuring 3 Spacious Bedrooms & 1.5 Baths. A Generous Front Porch & Sizable Yard Create A Warm First Impression While The Interior Boasts Fresh Paint, New Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Throughout With New Carpet In The Bedrooms. Recessed Lighting Sets The Ambiance As The Shaker Style Cabinets, Gleaming Granite Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances Complete The Kitchen. Newer Replacement Windows, HVAC, Architectural Roof & Upgraded Plumbing Round Off The List Of Updates. Conveniently Positioned Near Beaches, Shopping, Restaurants & Interstates, This Home Is Ready To Be The Centerpiece For A Host Of New Memories.

Listing courtesy of Peter Passante · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10642756

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A 1931-built, 3-bedroom home on East Mercury Boulevard in Hampton, Virginia — just ten minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. At 1,440 square feet, it carries the kind of solid bones and character details that newer construction simply can't replicate.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in the early 1930s were constructed to last, and 709 E Mercury Blvd reflects that era's commitment to craftsmanship. The 1,440-square-foot layout offers three bedrooms and a full bath plus a half bath — a practical configuration that works for a wide range of households. The address sits in a mature Hampton corridor where tree-lined streets and established lots give the block a grounded, lived-in feel that newer subdivisions rarely achieve.

WILLOW BEACH and the Hampton real estate market

Hampton is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and that history shows in neighborhoods like the one surrounding East Mercury Boulevard — where early-twentieth-century homes share blocks with long-standing local businesses and community anchors. The area has a distinctly urban-residential character: sidewalks connect you to everyday destinations, and the street grid makes it easy to get around without relying entirely on a car. Hampton sits at the center of the Hampton Roads metro, bordered by the Chesapeake Bay to the north and the James River to the south, giving residents quick access to waterfront parks and marinas without the premium price tag of a waterfront address. The city's mix of military heritage, working waterfront, and ongoing downtown revitalization gives it a layered identity that residents tend to feel genuinely proud of. For anyone searching for Hampton homes for sale in a location that balances urban convenience with neighborhood stability, East Mercury Boulevard is worth a close look.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from this address. Grocery options, pharmacies, and fast-casual dining are all within a short drive along the Mercury Boulevard corridor — one of Hampton's primary commercial spines. Buckroe Beach and its public park are a quick trip east, offering a genuine sandy shoreline on the Chesapeake Bay. Downtown Hampton's waterfront district, with its restaurants, farmers market, and the Virginia Air and Space Science Center, is reachable in roughly ten minutes. Phoebus — a walkable arts-and-dining neighborhood with independent shops and live music venues — is equally close and adds real weekend character to life at this address.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is roughly ten minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads is in the same commute window — making 709 E Mercury Blvd a genuinely practical choice for active-duty households. A VA loan can make ownership here more accessible than many people expect, and the location means less time in traffic and more time at home between duty days.

For first-time buyers

A 1931-built home with 1,440 square feet, three bedrooms, and a half bath gives a first-time buyer real space to grow into — without the cookie-cutter feel of newer construction. The East Mercury Boulevard location puts you inside Hampton's established street grid, close to everyday conveniences, and within reach of the bay. It's a solid first step into homeownership in a city with genuine character.

More buyer questions

How far is 709 E Mercury Blvd from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive is approximately ten minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the more convenient off-base addresses in Hampton for Langley-assigned personnel.

What is the neighborhood like around East Mercury Boulevard in Hampton?

The corridor has a mature, urban-residential character with early-twentieth-century housing stock, established trees, and walkable access to local businesses — it's a grounded, lived-in area rather than a planned subdivision.

How old is the home at 709 E Mercury Blvd?

The home was built in 1931, making it over ninety years old — an era known for solid construction and architectural details that give the property genuine character.

Is 709 E Mercury Blvd in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Where are the closest beaches and waterfront parks to this address?

Buckroe Beach, a public sandy shoreline on the Chesapeake Bay, is a short drive east, and Downtown Hampton's waterfront district with parks and dining is about ten minutes away.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Hampton's neighborhoods block by block — reach out to get a straight answer on whether 709 E Mercury Blvd fits your goals.

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

1931

Price / sqft

$201

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,876/yr

County

Hampton VA

MLS #

10642756

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,440
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Accessibility
Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1004
Subdivision
WILLOW BEACH
Zoning
R11
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515527

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Phoebus

Phoebus is a historic waterfront neighborhood located in Hampton, Virginia, known for its maritime heritage and charming residential character.

$235K

Median sale · 12 mo

$180

Sold $/sq ft

44d

Days on market

7

For sale now

$66K

HH income

51.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

$1,829/mo

Principal & interest

$1,505

Property tax

$240

Home insurance

$85

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 & 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

$247,500 – $310,000

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.

25 W Cummings AVE · 0.1 mi · 1,400 sqft$276,000 sold 2026-04
109 Frissell ST · 0.5 mi · 1,418 sqft$278,500 sold 2026-03
306 N Mallory ST · 0.1 mi · 1,580 sqft$295,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$289,999

Price / Sq Ft

$201

Annual Taxes

$2,876

Monthly Tax

$240

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.99%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 11, 2026$289,999—
Currently listed—$289,999—

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:

Hampton 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

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Market tempo

8 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 709 E Mercury Blvd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Jane H. Bryan Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Benjamin Syms Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Phoebus (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 709 E Mercury Blvd 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 709 E Mercury Blvd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 709 E Mercury Blvd built?+
It was built in 1931, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Peter Passante · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10642756

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709 E Mercury Blvd, Hampton, Virginia 23663 · MLS #10642756 · 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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