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4beds
4.1baths
4,544sqft
18days on market

812 Riverside Dr, Newport News, VA 23606

ActiveResidential · built 1958 · RIVERSIDE

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1958

Price / sqft

$253

HOA

None

Taxes

$9,922/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10648282

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
4
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
4,544
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
4
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Assigned Storage, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Office/Study
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Nat Gas, Wood, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9200
Subdivision
RIVERSIDE
Zoning
R1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Luxurious Riverside Drive One Level Living.Classic Brick Construction.Elegant Open Living Areas with Cathedral Height Ceilings,Cozy Family Areas,Four Ensuite Bedrooms with Three on the First Level.Updated White,Stainless and Stone Kitchen,Multiple French Doors Flooded with Light,Floor to Ceiling Windows,and Two Masonry Fireplaces.Approx. One Acre Grounds include Circular Drive,Covered Porch,Stone Patio,Attached Oversize Two Car Garage and Regulation Tennis Court.Combination of Beautiful Setting,Fine Appointments and Large Spaces Makes this Perfect for Entertaining and a Growing Family.Minutes from JRCC,Noland Trail,CNU and Riverside Hospital.

Listing courtesy of Bo Parrish · Virginia Land & Homes Inc. · REIN MLS #10648282

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Four-bedroom, four-bath home on Riverside Drive in Newport News. Built in 1958 with 4,544 square feet of living space. About 16 minutes to Langley Air Force Base. A solid foundation for anyone comparing Newport News homes for sale.

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Why this home stands out

This 1958-built home sits on a generous lot with four full bedrooms and over four bathrooms. The layout offers plenty of room to spread out, with multiple living areas and storage throughout. Original character blends with practical updates. You're on a quiet street with mature trees and neighborhood charm. The home's bones are solid, and there's room to make it your own.

RIVERSIDE and the Newport News real estate market

Riverside Drive is a tree-lined street with established homes and a real sense of community. The neighborhood feels settled and quiet, with properties that show the area's history and stability. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep maritime roots. Downtown sits along the James River, home to shipbuilding heritage and a growing cultural scene. Getting around is straightforward: major roads connect you to the interstate system quickly. You're close to dining, shopping, and parks. If you're exploring homes for sale in 23606, you'll find this area offers character and accessibility. The city's location puts you within reach of both Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis, making it convenient for anyone with ties to either installation.

What's nearby

Column 15 at the Mariners' coffee shop is less than a mile away for your morning routine. Regattas and Discover the Abstractions are nearby for dinner out, with Chick-fil-A also close by. The Great Lawn park and CNU Volleyball Court offer outdoor space for recreation. Einstein's coffee shop is another option just over a mile away. The neighborhood has good walkability to local spots without feeling crowded.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

About 16 minutes to Langley Air Force Base and 17 minutes to Fort Eustis. VA loan financing is widely available in this area. The home's four bedrooms and established neighborhood mean you can settle in without immediate renovation pressure. Riverside Drive is a stable, quiet street where many put down roots.

Room to grow

Four bedrooms give you space for kids, a home office, or a guest room. Four full bathrooms mean less morning conflict. The lot is large enough for a yard and outdoor projects. The 4,544 square feet layout separates living zones so everyone has room to breathe. Storage and a solid foundation give you flexibility to grow into the home.

More buyer questions

How far is 812 Riverside Drive from Langley Air Force Base?

About 16 minutes by car. Fort Eustis is roughly 17 minutes away.

What zoning applies to this address?

The home is zoned for homes for sale zoned for Riverside Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Menchville High School, both part of Newport News Public Schools.

Are there coffee shops and restaurants nearby?

Yes. Column 15 at the Mariners' is under a mile away, and Regattas, Discover the Abstractions, and Chick-fil-A are all within a mile. Einstein's is just over a mile.

Is there outdoor recreation nearby?

The Great Lawn park and CNU Volleyball Court are both about a mile away, offering green space and activities.

What year was this home built?

The home was built in 1958 and sits on an established Riverside Drive lot with mature trees and neighborhood character.

Interested in learning more about 812 Riverside Drive? Contact Tom & Dariya Milan today to schedule your private tour.

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

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Newport News$975K – $1.3M4+ beds

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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

32.5 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

Riverside

Riverside is one of central Newport News's settled neighborhoods. It sits along the James River off J. Clyde Morris Boulevard. That is just west of Warwick Boulevard.

$478K

Median sale · 12 mo

$223

Sold $/sq ft

11d

Days on market

8

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

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$7,129/mo

Principal & interest

$5,967

Property tax

$827

Home insurance

$335

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

139% of $828,400

City assessment record · taxes $9,922/yr

Land share of assessed value

25% — $203,500

Improvements $624,900 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$642,000 – $1,358,000

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.

802 Riverside DR · 0.1 mi · 4,002 sqft$1,358,000 sold 2026-08
319 Parkway DR · 0.5 mi · 4,300 sqft$795,000 sold 2026-06
700 Riverside DR · 0.2 mi · 3,774 sqft$700,000 sold 2026-08

Own a home nearby? See what it is worth today — What's your Newport News home worth?

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,150,000

Price / Sq Ft

$253

Annual Taxes

$9,922

Monthly Tax

$827

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.86%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 15, 2026$1,150,000—
Currently listed—$1,150,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

39% above assessment

Total Assessed

$828,400

Land

$203,500

Improvement

$624,900

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

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

18 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 812 Riverside Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Riverside Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.1/10), Crittenden Middle (VaHome School Score 1.6/10), Menchville (VaHome School Score 5.9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 812 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.
Does 812 Riverside Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 812 Riverside Dr built?+
It was built in 1958, per the listing record.

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

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812 Riverside Dr, Newport News, Virginia 23606 · MLS #10648282 · 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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