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4beds

2.1baths

2,208sqft

$188per sqft

28days on market

884 Melrose Ter, Newport News, VA 23608

ActiveResidential · built 1989 · COLONY PINES · MLS #10647122

Price per sqft$188compare with nearby sales Schools

WoodsideHigh6.3

Ella J. FitzgeraldMiddle3.2

RichneckElementary3.6

VaHome School Score Est. payment$2,624/moall-in · 20% down · 6.75% · adjust Price since listing…checking price history Flood

Low / moderate riskZone X

flood insurance not required Taxes$4,257/yrasking is 101% of assessment HOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS record Condo feeNAnot a condo

OverviewAbout this home

Welcome to 884 Melrose Terrace in the desirable Colony Pines neighborhood! This beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, offers 2,208 square feet of living space, featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Step from the family room onto the back deck overlooking the pool, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Don't miss this move-in-ready home with space, comfort, and a great location!

Listing courtesy of Carolyn Lee · Allison James Estates & Homes · REIN MLS #10647122

Facts & features

TypeResidential

Year built1989

Price / sqft$188

HOANone

Taxes$4,257/yr

CountyNewport News VA

MLS #10647122

Interior

Bedrooms: 4
Full baths: 2
Half baths: 1
Approx. sqft: 2,208
Stories: 2
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms: 7
Other rooms: Foyer
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment: Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style: Colonial, Traditional
Subtype: Detached
Foundation: Crawl, Slab
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: Brick,Vinyl
Pool: Above Ground Pool
Fencing: Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating: Nat Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Water heater: Gas
Water: City/County
Sewer: City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision: COLONY PINES
Zoning: R4
Ownership: Fee Simple
Garage: Yes
Parking: Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession: CLOSING

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1989 on a quiet Newport News street. About 2,200 square feet with room to spread out. Just eight minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, making this a practical choice for anyone comparing Newport News homes for sale.

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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 Richneck Elementary School. Nearby, look at Colony Pines 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

This 1989-built home sits on a residential lot in a neighborhood with good access to parks and shopping. The four-bedroom layout gives you flexibility for a home office, guest room, or hobby space. You're close enough to base commutes that daily travel stays simple, yet far enough from main roads to enjoy a quieter street. The bones are solid, and the location opens doors to both military and civilian lifestyle needs.

COLONY PINES and the Newport News real estate market

The area around 884 Melrose Terrace is a stable residential neighborhood with tree-lined streets and single-family homes. You'll find a mix of established properties and a community feel that comes from families staying put. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep military and industrial roots. Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown anchor the economy and draw people from all over. Getting around town is straightforward: I-64 connects you east to Hampton and west toward Williamsburg. Shopping, dining, and services cluster within a few minutes' drive. If you are comparing homes for sale in 23608, you'll notice this zip code offers solid value and proximity to both bases. The city has parks, boat launches, and a downtown slowly gaining new energy along the waterfront.

What's nearby

Colony Pines Park is less than a mile away—a quick walk for outdoor time. Huntington Pointe Pet Park and Woodside Park are both within a mile if you need more green space. Grocery options include Neighborhood Market, M P International, and La Norteña Latin Store, all within walking distance or a short drive. For dining, you've got Cazadores Mexican Grill Carniceria, M P International restaurant, and Hop N Shop / Zero's Subs nearby. Everything you need for daily life sits close by.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Eight minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and eleven minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown keep your commute short. VA loan financing is common in this area, and the four-bedroom layout works well for a household that needs space. The home sits in an established neighborhood where move-in readiness means you can settle in quickly.

Room to grow

Four bedrooms give you a master suite plus three more rooms—one for guests, one for a home office, one for hobbies or storage. The 2.1-bath layout serves a larger household well. A fenced yard and proximity to Colony Pines Park and Huntington Pointe Pet Park add outdoor living options. The 2,200 square feet spreads out comfortably across the lot.

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

HighWoodside High School

6.3/10

MiddleElla J. Fitzgerald Middle School

3.2/10

ElementaryRichneck Elementary School

3.6/10

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.

How Far Is?

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

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

13min·5.3mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

15min·7.5mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

32min·18.4mi

Camp Peary

DoD

21min·13.9mi

NSA HR

Navy

59min·42.1mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

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’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

47.4 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’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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 neighborhoodColony Pines

Colony Pines is one of the larger settled single-family areas on the Virginia Peninsula. It sits in the Denbigh area of north Newport News. The area is just off Denbigh Boulevard in the 23608 ZIP code.

$395KMedian sale · 12 mo

$187Sold $/sq ft

20dDays on market

7For sale now

$112KHH income

80.5%Owner-occupied

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

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Neighborhood

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CostPayment 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

$2,624/mo

Down payment20% · $82,800

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

Principal & interest

$2,148

Property tax

$355

Home insurance

$121

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 & historyComparables

Asking vs. assessment101% of $411,700City assessment record · taxes $4,257/yr

Land share of assessed value20% · $80,600Improvements $331,100 · assessor record ✓

Price context: similar nearby homes$315,000 – $480,000The 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.

3960 Campbell RD · 2.6 mi · 2,244 sqft$315,000 sold 2026-05

910 Hanson DR · 2.9 mi · 2,277 sqft$480,000 sold 2026-06

906 Hanson DR · 2.9 mi · 2,292 sqft$450,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$414,000

Price / Sq Ft

$188

Annual Taxes

$4,257

Monthly Tax

$355

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.03%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Aug 1, 2026	$414,000	—
Price reduced	Aug 29, 2026	$414,000	−$1,000
Currently listed	—	$414,000	—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$411,700

Land

$80,600

Improvement

$331,100

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.

28 days on market: read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory. Compare it against similar nearby homes before reading anything into it.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

Home	Price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	$ / sqft
884 Melrose Terthis home	$414,000	4	2.1	2,208	$188
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 884 Melrose Ter in a good school zone?

The assigned zones on the listing record are Richneck Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), Ella Fitzgerald Middle, Woodside (VaHome School Score 6.3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.

Is 884 Melrose Ter 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 884 Melrose Ter have an HOA?

No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

When was 884 Melrose Ter built?

It was built in 1989, 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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884 Melrose Ter, Newport News, VA 23608

OverviewAbout this home

Facts & features

Our read on this home

Why this home stands out

COLONY PINES and the Newport News real estate market

What's nearby

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Room to grow

More buyer questions

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

How Far Is?

Also nearby

Homes like this one sell fast — see the next one first

Military Commute

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Explore this neighborhoodColony Pines

CostPayment calculator

Estimate your monthly payment

Value & historyComparables

Sale & Tax History

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Public-Records Assessment

Comparable Properties

28 days on market: read it in context

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

Questions buyers ask

See it in person with Tom & Dariya

Flood Risk (FEMA)