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$250,000
$253 / sqft · est. $1,439/mo →
3beds
2baths
988sqft
0days on market

857 31st St, Newport News, VA 23607

New ListingResidential · built 1940 · ALL OTHERS AREA 106

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1940

Price / sqft

$253

HOA

None

Taxes

$825/yr

County

Newport News VA

MLS #

10650527

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
988
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Foyer, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.0800
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 106
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

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

About this home

This beautifully designed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers the feel of brand-new construction with a distinctive personality all its own. Designed with intention, this home proves that you don't need a massive footprint to live beautifully. The space-saving layout maximizes every square foot while creating a comfortable, functional flow throughout. From its one-of-a-kind design and modern aesthetic to its thoughtful use of space, this home is truly anything but cookie-cutter. If you're looking for something fresh, stylish, and unlike anything else on the market, your oasis is waiting!

Listing courtesy of JaQuan Holloman · Iron Valley Real Estate Prestige · REIN MLS #10650527

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

857 31st Street is a 1940-built, three-bedroom, two-bath home in Newport News, Virginia — compact at 988 square feet, close to NSA Hampton Roads, and surrounded by everyday conveniences within walking distance. A straightforward footprint in a city with deep shipbuilding and military roots.

Keep searching in Newport News

See all Newport News homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23607, homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School, and homes for sale zoned for Newsome Park Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Newport News — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Stuart Gardens 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 857 31st Street apart is its combination of vintage 1940s bones and genuine walkability in a part of Newport News that rarely gets credit for how connected it actually is. Groceries, quick bites, and green space are all under a mile away, and two military installations are reachable in about eleven minutes — making this address quietly practical for households that value proximity over square footage.

ALL OTHERS AREA 106 and the Newport News real estate market

Newport News stretches along the western shore of Hampton Roads, anchored by one of the largest naval shipyards in the world and shaped by generations of working families who built their lives here. The area around 31st Street sits in the eastern corridor of the city, a grid of modest mid-century homes where neighbors tend to know each other and the streets feel human-scaled. Newsome Park — one of the city's historically significant communities — is close by, lending the area a sense of place that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. Newport News homes for sale in this zip code tend to attract buyers who want urban convenience without the price tag of the waterfront districts. The city itself offers access to the Virginia Peninsula's major employers, the James River waterfront, and quick connections to I-64 for commutes across Hampton Roads.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely easy from 857 31st Street. F & S Supermarket is four-tenths of a mile away, and Piggly Wiggly is just a half-mile out — so grocery runs don't require a car. When you want a quick meal, Burger King and Number 1 Chinese Restaurant are both about three-tenths of a mile away, with Church's Texas Chicken a short walk further. East End Cafe is six-tenths of a mile if you prefer a sit-down coffee stop. Newsome Park North is a four-tenths-of-a-mile walk for fresh air, and Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Plaza adds another green option nearby. The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School Athletic Facility is also within a third of a mile — an unexpected perk for anyone who wants a nearby workout option.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

NSA Hampton Roads and NSA Northwest Annex are both about eleven minutes from the front door — a commute that keeps your mornings manageable and your evenings free. A VA loan can make a home like this especially accessible, and the tight-knit neighborhood around 31st Street has housed military families for decades. Proximity to the shipyard corridor means this corner of Newport News understands the rhythms of service life.

For first-time buyers

If you're comparing homes for sale in 23607, 857 31st Street checks a lot of first-timer boxes: a manageable footprint, two full baths, a walkable block, and a 1940s build that's had decades to settle. The neighborhood is established rather than speculative, and everyday needs — groceries, food, green space — are all within a half-mile. It's a practical place to plant roots without overextending.

More buyer questions

How far is 857 31st Street from NSA Hampton Roads?

NSA Hampton Roads is approximately eleven minutes from 857 31st Street by car. NSA Northwest Annex is the same distance, making this address convenient for personnel assigned to either installation.

What schools serve 857 31st Street?

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School and homes for sale zoned for Newsome Park Elementary School will find that 857 31st Street falls within those attendance zones — check Newport News Public Schools directly to confirm current boundaries.

Is 857 31st Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing that information and consulting FEMA's flood map service for the most current designation.

Where are the nearest grocery stores to 857 31st Street?

F & S Supermarket is four-tenths of a mile away, and Piggly Wiggly is just a half-mile out — both reachable on foot. Taybron's Little Store is six-tenths of a mile for a third option.

Does 857 31st Street have a garage or off-street parking?

Parking details for this specific property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct visit — the home's 1940 construction predates attached-garage standards common in later decades.

Ready to see 857 31st Street in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know homes for sale in Newport News inside and out — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough on your schedule.

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

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

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Explore this neighborhood

Stuart Gardens

Stuart Gardens is a historic, established neighborhood in the southeast section of Newport News, set off Chestnut Avenue and Marshall Avenue near the city's waterfront.

$265K

Median sale · 12 mo

$156

Sold $/sq ft

17d

Days on market

11

For sale now

$32K

HH income

46.3%

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

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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

$1,439/mo

Principal & interest

$1,297

Property tax

$69

Home insurance

$73

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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$107,000 – $225,000

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.

848 31st ST · 0 mi · 1,045 sqft$175,000 sold 2026-06
911 36th ST · 0.3 mi · 925 sqft$175,000 sold 2026-05
1144 24th ST · 0.5 mi · 960 sqft$175,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$250,000

Price / Sq Ft

$253

Annual Taxes

$825

Monthly Tax

$69

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.33%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 24, 2026$250,000—
Currently listed—$250,000—

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

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Questions buyers ask

Is 857 31st St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Newsome Park Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Huntington Middle (VaHome School Score 1.1/10), Heritage (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 857 31st St 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 857 31st St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 857 31st St built?+
It was built in 1940, per the listing record.

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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857 31st St, Newport News, Virginia 23607 · MLS #10650527 · 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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