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717 Mainsail DR, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23608 - Main photo
$336,500
$210 / sqft · est. $2,163/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
1,600sqft
39days on market

717 Mainsail Dr, Newport News, VA 23608

SoldResidential · built 1992 · CLIPPER CREEK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Charming 3-Bedroom Colonial with Modern Upgrades and Spacious BackyardWelcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial that blends classic charm with thoughtful updates. Step inside to find a bright, inviting living space featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace, great for relaxing evenings.The kitchen shines with brand new flooring, newer granite countertops, and upgraded lighting fixtures, creating an ideal space for cooking and entertaining. The adjoining dining area offers easy access to the generous backyard—a wonderful retreat with plenty of room to garden, play, or host gatherings. A handy storage shed (sold as is) adds extra convenience.Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private bath. Additional highlights include a tankless water heater for energy efficiency and timeless Colonial details throughout.This move-in ready home offers warmth, style, and space—inside and out.

Listing courtesy of Matthew Crutcher · 1st Class RE Barn Door Homes · REIN MLS #10631059

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Our read on this home

At a glance

717 Mainsail Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome-style home in Clipper Creek, Newport News, built in 1992 and offering 1,600 square feet on a 0.16-acre lot — just six minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis).

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Why this home stands out

What sets 717 Mainsail Drive apart is its location inside Clipper Creek — a quiet, established neighborhood with a nautical character that sits at the intersection of serious military convenience and genuine community feel. You're six minutes from Fort Eustis and nine from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, yet the street itself feels removed from the daily rush. The 1992 build gives you a solid, mature home without the quirks of older construction.

CLIPPER CREEK and the Newport News real estate market

Clipper Creek is one of those Newport News neighborhoods that tends to fly under the radar — and that's part of its appeal. Streets curve gently, lots are reasonably sized, and the neighborhood has the kind of settled, lived-in character that newer developments often lack. It sits in the northwestern part of Newport News, a city that consistently shows up when buyers search for newport news houses for sale because of its mix of affordability, military proximity, and access to the broader Hampton Roads region. Newport News stretches from the James River waterfront all the way up to the York County line, and Clipper Creek occupies a comfortable middle ground — suburban enough to feel spacious, but close enough to everything that daily errands don't become an expedition. The surrounding area is primarily residential, with a mix of families and working professionals who value the short commutes and the breathing room that 0.16-acre lots provide.

What's nearby

Daily life around 717 Mainsail Drive is genuinely low-effort. Piha Aloha, LLC is just 0.2 miles away — a quick walk for a casual meal — and Dodge's Southern Style is half a mile out when you're in the mood for something hearty. A 7-Eleven at 0.5 miles covers the grab-and-go moments. Newport News Park is 0.7 miles away, with the Discovery Center, horseshoe pits, and Shelter 10 all within easy reach — that park alone gives you hundreds of acres of trails, picnic areas, and open space. When you're ready to work up a sweat indoors, S.L.A.M. Sweat Like A Mother Newport News is just a mile from your door.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Six minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) and nine to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown — 717 Mainsail Drive is about as well-positioned as it gets for military households in this part of Newport News. Your BAH goes a long way here, and a VA loan is a natural fit for a property at this price point and neighborhood profile. Shorter commutes mean more time at home.

For families upgrading

If you're ready to step into a home for sale newport news va that gives your family room to spread out without overextending, 717 Mainsail Drive makes a strong case. Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 1,600 square feet on a real lot — plus Newport News Park less than a mile away for weekends that don't require a road trip. Clipper Creek is the kind of neighborhood where kids can actually be outside.

More buyer questions

How far is 717 Mainsail Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?

The drive from 717 Mainsail Drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is approximately six minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes it one of the closer off-base options for service members and civilian employees stationed there.

How far is 717 Mainsail Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly nine minutes from this address, making it a realistic daily commute for personnel assigned there.

What is the Clipper Creek neighborhood like in Newport News?

Clipper Creek is an established residential neighborhood in the northwestern part of Newport News, known for its quiet streets, mature landscaping, and proximity to Newport News Park. It attracts a mix of military families and long-term residents who value the combination of space and convenience.

Is 717 Mainsail Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and consulting with your lender or insurance agent for the most accurate picture.

Does 717 Mainsail Drive have an HOA?

Clipper Creek does have an HOA — specific fee details and community rules are available through the HOA documentation provided during the transaction process and are worth reviewing before making an offer.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Clipper Creek and the Newport News market well. Reach out to get the full picture on 717 Mainsail Drive.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1992

Price / sqft

$210

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,829/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10631059

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,600
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Attic, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys
Accessibility
Handheld Showerhead

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
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, Off Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

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 a residential community in the Denbigh area of northern Newport News, Virginia, in the 23608 ZIP code on the Virginia Peninsula.

$300K

Median sale · 12 mo

$206

Sold $/sq ft

13d

Days on market

2

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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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

$2,163/mo

Principal & interest

$1,746

Property tax

$319

Home insurance

$98

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

108% of $312,000

City assessment record · taxes $3,829/yr

Land share of assessed value

21% — $66,000

Improvements $246,000 · assessor record ✓

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

$284,000 – $370,000

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.

109 Tack CT · 0.3 mi · 1,473 sqft$284,000 sold 2026-04
516 Elsie DR · 0.5 mi · 1,496 sqft$353,500 sold 2026-04
735 Trails LN · 0.1 mi · 1,390 sqft$328,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$336,500

Price / Sq Ft

$210

Annual Taxes

$3,829

Monthly Tax

$319

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.14%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 16, 2026$336,500—
Price increasedJun 24, 2026$336,500+$6,600
SoldJun 18, 2026$336,500—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

8% above assessment

Total Assessed

$312,000

Land

$66,000

Improvement

$246,000

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 717 Mainsail Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary (GreatSchools 3/10), Ella Fitzgerald Middle, Woodside (GreatSchools 6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 717 Mainsail 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 717 Mainsail Dr?+
Yes — S.L.A.M. Sweat Like A Mother Newport News is about 1 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 717 Mainsail Dr?+
Newport News Park Discovery Center is about 0.7 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 717 Mainsail Dr?+
Quick Vape is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Piha Aloha, LLC (0.2 mi).
Does 717 Mainsail Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 717 Mainsail 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

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Matthew Crutcher · 1st Class RE Barn Door Homes · REIN MLS #10631059

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