Skip to main content
Newport NewsALL OTHERS AREA 107710 Center Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10645351 · record updated Sep 2, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
710 Center AVE, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23605 - Main photo
710 Center AVE, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23605 - Photo 2
710 Center AVE, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23605 - Photo 3
710 Center AVE, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23605 - Photo 4
710 Center AVE, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23605 - Photo 5
$230,000
$230 / sqft · est. $1,391/mo →
2beds
1baths
1,000sqft
40days on market

710 Center Ave, Newport News, VA 23605

ActiveResidential · built 1920 · ALL OTHERS AREA 107

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1920

Price / sqft

$230

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,567/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10645351

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,000
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator
Accessibility
Level Flooring, Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Aluminum
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 107
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Fresh, new to the market, and move-in ready! 710 Center Ave is the renovated Newport News home buyers have been waiting for. Step inside to a bright, refreshed interior featuring a brand-new kitchen, new flooring, fresh paint, and stylish staging that makes this home shine. Enjoy easy one-level living plus a new front porch and rear deck for relaxing or entertaining. You really have to see the kitchen... beautiful countertops, tasteful backsplash, brand-new cabinets, and all-new appliances! Who is ready to entertain friends and family for dinner?!? Conveniently located near shopping, dining, shipyard access, military bases, and major commuter routes. Seller is ready to move and willing to consider a set amount of closing cost assistance with an acceptable offer. Homes with this level of updates at this new price point do not sit quietly. Schedule your showing today before another buyer claims it!

Listing courtesy of Anita Cox · NextHome Coastal Luxury Realty · REIN MLS #10645351

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 710 Center Ave — a century-old two-bedroom home in Newport News sitting just 12 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. At 1,000 square feet, it offers an approachable footprint with genuine 1920s character and everyday conveniences literally steps from the front door.

Read the full overview ↓

Why this home stands out

What sets 710 Center Ave apart is the combination of age and accessibility. Built in 1920, the home carries the kind of architectural bones — solid construction, distinct proportions — that newer builds simply cannot replicate. Layer on top of that a walkable block where groceries, local restaurants, fitness studios, and a park are all reachable without getting in your car, and you have a property that punches well above its square footage in daily livability.

ALL OTHERS AREA 107 and the Newport News real estate market

Center Ave sits in a working-class, close-knit pocket of Newport News where neighbors tend to know each other and the streets have a lived-in, unhurried feel. The surrounding area is part of the broader Hilton Village corridor — one of the oldest planned communities in the United States — giving the whole district a historic texture that sets it apart from the newer subdivisions spreading across the Peninsula. Newport News itself is a city of serious substance: home to one of the largest naval shipyards on the East Coast, a thriving arts scene anchored by the Mariners' Museum, and easy access to Interstate 64 connecting you to Hampton, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. Families comparing homes for sale in Newport News often land here because the city delivers urban convenience without urban chaos. The 23605 zip code in particular has a grounded, neighborhood-first identity — the kind of place where front porches still get used.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands barely require a drive. Quick Pick is 0.1 miles away, and Wilcox Produce & Seafood — a local institution for fresh fish and produce — is just 0.2 miles out. Douries and Rick's Cheese Steak Shop are both within a tenth of a mile for a quick lunch or dinner, and Anna's Pizza is a short four-block walk. For fitness, InZane Fitness at 0.3 miles and F.I.T. Vision at 0.4 miles give you solid options without a commute. Municipal Lane Park and Hilton Community Garden, both about half a mile away, offer green space and community gardening plots. The Four Chaplains Memorial is under a mile for a quiet afternoon walk.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a 12-minute drive, and NSA Hampton Roads is reachable in about 17 — making 710 Center Ave a practical choice for active-duty personnel who want a short commute without sacrificing neighborhood character. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here especially straightforward, and the compact footprint means lower carrying costs between PCS cycles.

For first-time buyers

If you're exploring homes for sale in 23605 as a first purchase, 710 Center Ave offers an entry point into homeownership with a manageable size, a walkable block, and a historic home that has stood for over a century. The two-bedroom, one-bath layout is efficient without feeling cramped, and the proximity to everyday amenities means you won't be car-dependent from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 710 Center Ave from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive from 710 Center Ave to Joint Base Langley-Eustis runs about 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions. NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 17 minutes in the other direction, making this address a solid central option for Peninsula-based service members.

What school zone does 710 Center Ave fall in?

Buyers and families comparing homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School and homes for sale zoned for Carver Elementary School will want to verify current attendance boundaries directly with Newport News Public Schools, as zone lines can be redrawn over time.

Is 710 Center Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Your agent can walk you through what that designation means for insurance purposes.

What is the neighborhood like around 710 Center Ave?

The block has a historic, residential feel with walkable access to local restaurants, grocery options, and green space. The area sits near the Hilton Village corridor, one of the country's earliest planned communities, giving it a distinct character compared to newer Newport News neighborhoods.

Does 710 Center Ave have a garage or off-street parking?

Parking details for this specific property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough — the lot configuration for a 1920-era home on Center Ave may include a driveway, detached structure, or street parking depending on how the property has evolved over the decades.

Curious whether 710 Center Ave fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Newport News homes for sale inside and out — reach out and let's talk through it.

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

Homes like this one sell fast — see the next one first

Newport News$195K – $265K2+ beds

Listings refresh every 2 minutes, straight from the MLS. At most one email a day. Unsubscribe anytime.

Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Hilton Village

Hilton Village is one of Newport News' most storied neighborhoods, laid out beginning in 1918 as one of the nation's first federally funded planned communities, built to house workers during the World War I expansion of Newport News Shipbuilding.

$275K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

19d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$71K

HH income

49.6%

Owner-occupied

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

Explore Hilton Village
Map of Hilton Village with neighborhood boundaryNeighborhood

Newport News homes for sale

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

$1,391/mo

Principal & interest

$1,193

Property tax

$131

Home insurance

$67

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

Asking vs. assessment

191% of $120,300

City assessment record · taxes $1,567/yr

Land share of assessed value

31% — $37,600

Improvements $82,700 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$140,000$246,000

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.

7501 River RD #16D · 1 mi · 1,000 sqft$207,000 sold 2026-04
7501 River RD #16B · 1 mi · 1,100 sqft$140,000 sold 2026-08
7501 River RD #14C · 1 mi · 1,100 sqft$192,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$230,000

Price / Sq Ft

$230

Annual Taxes

$1,567

Monthly Tax

$131

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.68%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 24, 2026$230,000
Price reducedAug 29, 2026$230,000−$9,900
Currently listed$230,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

91% above assessment

Total Assessed

$120,300

Land

$37,600

Improvement

$82,700

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.

Market tempo

40 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

Is 710 Center Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Carver Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Crittenden Middle (VaHome School Score 1.9/10), Heritage (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 710 Center Ave 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 710 Center Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 710 Center Ave built?+
It was built in 1920, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

✓ Your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya — never sold to strangers

Listing courtesy of Anita Cox · NextHome Coastal Luxury Realty · REIN MLS #10645351

Call or text (757) 777-7577

Ask Dariya — instant answers

Schools, flood, drive times, what it really costs to own — answered from this page's data, by chat or voice.

Schedule a private tour

Free, no obligation — your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya, never resold.

710 Center Ave, Newport News — photo

See it in person — the record only says so much.

Call or text (757) 777-7577

710 Center Ave, Newport News, Virginia 23605 · MLS #10645351 · 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.