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3beds
2.1baths
1,391sqft
0days on market

711 Whaler Dr, Newport News, VA 23608

New ListingResidential · built 1992 · CLIPPER CREEK

About this home

Welcome to this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in Newport News! Offering a functional layout with comfortable living spaces, this property provides an opportunity to make it your own. Conveniently situated in Newport News with access to local shopping, dining, parks, and major roadways. Some photos have been AI generated to help show case the homes true potential.

Listing courtesy of Jacob Bronk · Own Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10659883

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1992

Price / sqft

$237

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,994/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10659883

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,391
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Pantry, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1600
Subdivision
CLIPPER CREEK
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

711 Whaler Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1992. At 1,391 square feet, it offers a practical layout on a quiet street. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about six minutes away. Newport News Park is less than a mile from the front door.

Keep searching in Newport News

See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23608, homes for sale zoned for Woodside High School, and homes for sale zoned for Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary School. Nearby, look at Woodcreek homes for sale, Newport News waterfront homes for sale, Newport News condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Newport News.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 711 Whaler Drive apart is its position at the edge of one of Newport News's largest green spaces. Newport News Park stretches across thousands of acres just up the road. That means trails, open air, and room to breathe — without leaving the city. The 1992 build puts the home in a generation of construction that tends to offer solid bones, attached garages, and functional floor plans that hold up well over time.

CLIPPER CREEK and the Newport News real estate market

Whaler Drive sits in the 23608 zip code, a quieter corner of Newport News tucked between the park and the base. Streets here are lined with single-family homes from the late 1980s and early 1990s. The scale feels neighborhood-sized — not sprawling, not cramped. Sidewalks connect blocks, and the pace slows down noticeably once you turn off Jefferson Avenue. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep roots in shipbuilding and military history. It stretches from the James River up to York County, giving residents access to a wide range of retail, dining, and recreation. Getting around is straightforward. Interstate 64 is close, and the Jefferson Avenue corridor handles most daily errands. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23608 will notice that this pocket of the city trades urban density for greenspace and quick base access — a combination that is genuinely hard to find.

What's nearby

Piha Aloha, LLC is just 0.1 miles away — a short walk for a casual meal. Skrimp Shack and Subway are both within 0.3 miles for quick options in either direction. A 7-Eleven is also 0.3 miles out when you need coffee before the commute. Newport News Park Horseshoes is 0.7 miles away, and Shelter 7 and Shelter 10 are both under a mile — easy access to picnic areas and open space. S.L.A.M. Sweat Like A Mother Newport News is 0.9 miles away for a dedicated workout spot.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about six minutes from 711 Whaler Drive — one of the shortest commutes you will find among Newport News homes for sale near the base. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly nine minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and the home's 1992 build date means it typically clears VA appraisal requirements without the complications that come with older construction.

For first-time buyers

At 1,391 square feet with three bedrooms and 2.1 baths, 711 Whaler Drive gives first-time buyers a complete home without the overhead of something larger. The 1992 build avoids the deferred-maintenance surprises common in older stock. Newport News Park is less than a mile away for weekend use. Anyone researching homes for sale zoned for Woodside High School and homes for sale zoned for Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary School will find this address falls within that attendance zone.

More buyer questions

How far is 711 Whaler Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive is about six minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts it among the closest residential streets to the Fort Eustis gate in Newport News.

How far is 711 Whaler Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly nine minutes away. The route is straightforward via Jefferson Avenue heading north.

What is Newport News Park, and how close is it?

Newport News Park is one of the largest municipal parks on the East Coast, covering over 8,000 acres with trails, campgrounds, and picnic shelters. The nearest shelters are under a mile from 711 Whaler Drive.

Is 711 Whaler Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

Does 711 Whaler Drive have a garage?

Homes of this era and style in the 23608 zip code commonly include an attached garage. Confirm the specific configuration through the property details or a showing.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Newport News well. Reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a look at 711 Whaler Drive.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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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 (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\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

43.8 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\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Woodcreek

Woodcreek is an area in the Denbigh part of northern Newport News, Virginia. It is in the 23608 ZIP code on the Virginia Peninsula. The area is centered along Woodcreek Drive.

$300K

Median sale · 12 mo

$209

Sold $/sq ft

21d

Days on market

0

For sale now

$62K

HH income

47.6%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

10min·4mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

12min·6.2mi

Camp Peary

DoD

19min·12.7mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

31min·20.7mi

NSA HR

Navy

69min·44.3mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$2,141/mo

Principal & interest

$1,712

Property tax

$333

Home insurance

$96

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$225,000 – $348,450

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.

371 ADVOCATE CT #C · 2.4 mi · 1,392 sqft$225,000 sold 2026-03
329 DE LAURA DR · 2.6 mi · 1,398 sqft$225,000 sold 2026-08
903 Sumter DR · 2.5 mi · 1,300 sqft$332,000 sold 2026-09

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$329,900

Price / Sq Ft

$237

Annual Taxes

$3,994

Monthly Tax

$333

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.21%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 29, 2026$329,900—
Currently listed—$329,900—

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

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Market tempo

0 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 711 Whaler Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.8/10), Ella Fitzgerald Middle, Woodside (VaHome School Score 6.3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 711 Whaler 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.
Does 711 Whaler Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 711 Whaler Dr built?+
It was built in 1992, 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 Jacob Bronk · Own Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10659883

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711 Whaler Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23608 · MLS #10659883 · 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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