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$1,400,000
8days on market

803 Riverside Dr, Newport News, VA 23606

ActiveLand and Farms · RIVERSIDE

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Deep Water, Deep Water Access, Navigable, River.

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$10,782/yr

County

Newport News VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10647944

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Deep Water,Deep Water Access,Navigable,River
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
City Sewer, City Water, Electric Avail, Gas Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9200
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
RIVERSIDE
Zoning
R1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING

See more Newport News waterfront homes.

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

About this home

Dreams of waterfront sunset views can now be your reality. Rare opportunity to find a cleared lot on Riverside Drive to build your dream home. This .92-acre waterfront homesite offers approximately 99 feet of frontage on the James River with deep-water, navigable access in the Newport News' coveted Riverside neighborhood. Pier permit is approved, and pier construction may begin once your home floor plan is approved. New wooden steps lead toward the shoreline, where sweeping river views create exceptional setting for your custom retreat. Enjoy a premier location near James River Country Club, Riverside's private neighborhood beach, and scenic 5-mile Noland Trail. Less than a mile from Mariners' Museum and close to Virginia Living Museum. The property is near the Lions Bridge, located at the mouth of the Noland Trail. Martha's Way boardwalk, overlook platforms with benches. Bring your builder and create a distinctive waterfront home in one of the area's most desirable settings.

Listing courtesy of Deborah Warren · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10647944

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

803 Riverside Drive in Newport News, Virginia is a land and farms parcel sitting just minutes from Christopher Newport University, the James River waterfront, and both Langley AFB and Fort Eustis — a rare opportunity to build or invest in one of the Peninsula's most connected corridors.

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Why this home stands out

Land parcels this close to a university campus, riverfront green space, and dual military installations don't surface often in Newport News. Whether you're envisioning a custom build, a long-term hold, or a development project, 803 Riverside Drive gives you a canvas in a genuinely walkable, amenity-rich stretch of the city — without the constraints of an existing structure dictating your vision.

RIVERSIDE and the Newport News real estate market

Riverside Drive runs through one of Newport News's most distinctive corridors — a stretch where the Christopher Newport University campus meets established residential streets and the James River isn't far from view. The surrounding area has a quiet, campus-adjacent energy: tree-lined blocks, nearby green space, and a mix of longtime residents and university community members who keep the neighborhood active without feeling transient. Newport News itself is a city of real substance — home to one of the largest naval shipyards on the East Coast, a growing arts and dining scene downtown, and easy access to the broader Hampton Roads region via I-64. The city's Peninsula location puts you within reach of Williamsburg to the northwest and Hampton to the southeast, making it a practical base for anyone commuting across the region. For a parcel like this one, the location within Newport News is the story.

What's nearby

Daily conveniences and leisure options are well within reach of 803 Riverside Drive. Column 15 at the Mariners' is just 0.7 miles away for a morning coffee, and Einstein's is a mile out if you prefer a second option. Hungry? Regattas and Discover the Abstractions are both under a mile for a sit-down meal, and Chick-fil-A is right there at 0.9 miles for something quick. The Great Lawn and CNU Volleyball Court are each about a mile away — walkable green space that adds real lifestyle value to this location.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Base Langley-Eustis has two installations within reach — Langley AFB is about 16 minutes away and Fort Eustis roughly 17. For a military family looking to put down roots on the Peninsula, a buildable parcel this close to both gates — and eligible for VA loan financing — is worth a serious look. You choose the floor plan; the location does the rest.

For families upgrading

If you've outgrown existing inventory and want a home built exactly the way you want it, 803 Riverside Drive is the starting point. A land parcel in this part of Newport News — walkable to campus green space, minutes from dining and coffee, and well-positioned on the Peninsula — gives a growing family the rare chance to design from the ground up rather than compromise on someone else's layout.

More buyer questions

How far is 803 Riverside Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

Langley AFB is approximately 16 minutes away, and the Fort Eustis side of the joint base is about 17 minutes — both straightforward Peninsula drives with no bridge-tunnel involved.

What utilities or infrastructure are typically available for land parcels in this part of Newport News?

Most parcels along established corridors like Riverside Drive in Newport News have access to city water and sewer at the street, but buyers should confirm utility availability and capacity with the city prior to any development planning.

Is 803 Riverside Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this parcel should be verified through FEMA's flood map service or a licensed surveyor — the property's proximity to the James River corridor makes this a worthwhile step before any build planning begins.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Virginia?

VA loans are generally intended for primary residences, but some lenders offer construction-to-permanent loan products that incorporate VA benefits — speaking with a VA-experienced lender is the best way to understand your options for a land purchase like this one.

What is the surrounding neighborhood like near 803 Riverside Drive?

The Riverside Drive corridor has a calm, campus-adjacent character with tree-lined streets, walkable access to Christopher Newport University's green spaces, and a short drive to dining, coffee, and everyday conveniences.

Curious about building possibilities at 803 Riverside Drive? Tom and Dariya Milan know this Newport News corridor well — reach out and let's talk through what this parcel could become for you.

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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

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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

Riverside

Riverside is one of central Newport News's established neighborhoods, set along the James River off J. Clyde Morris Boulevard and just west of Warwick Boulevard.

$485K

Median sale · 12 mo

$231

Sold $/sq ft

9d

Days on market

10

For sale now

$151K

HH income

92.4%

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

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$8,571/mo

Principal & interest

$7,264

Property tax

$899

Home insurance

$408

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

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,400,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$10,782

Monthly Tax

$899

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.77%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 8, 2026$1,400,000—
Currently listed—$1,400,000—

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

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Market tempo

8 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Is 803 Riverside Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Riverside Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle (VaHome School Score 3.9/10), Menchville (VaHome School Score 4.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 803 Riverside 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 803 Riverside Dr a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Deep Water,Deep Water Access,Navigable,River.
Does 803 Riverside Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

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

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Listing courtesy of Deborah Warren · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10647944

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803 Riverside Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23606 · MLS #10647944 · 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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