WELCOME HOME! Beautifully updated 6-bedroom, 3-full-bath, 1-half-bath home located in the North End Historic District. The spacious kitchen features new LVP flooring, new cabinets, walk-in pantry, breakfast area, refrigerator and stove. The family/living room offers new LVP flooring and an electric fireplace. The primary/in-law suite features a private entry, second electric fireplace, huge walk-in closets and full bath. Additional highlights include new carpet, mudroom, laundry room, and a new second-floor addition with 3 bedrooms, new LVP flooring, all-new windows and a huge loft/media room. Near Huntington Park, Huntington Beach, the Comedy Club and historic Monty's Penguin Restaurant. A fantastic combination of historic charm, modern updates, space and an unbeatable location!
Listing courtesy of Tracy Prince · 1st Class Real Estate Flagship · REIN MLS #10652610
Facts & features
TypeResidential
Year built1962
Price / sqft$143
HOANone
Taxes$3,057/yr
CountyNewport News VA
MLS #10652610
Interior
Bedrooms
6
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,572
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Other
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Pantry
Appliances
Elec Range, Refrigerator
Construction & exterior
Style
Contemp, Other, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Utilities & systems
Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County
Lot, parking & ownership
Lot size
0.1500
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 107
Zoning
R4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Six bedrooms, three full baths, and 2,572 square feet on Center Avenue in Newport News. Built in 1962, this home offers substantial space and is about 12 minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Explore homes for sale in 23605 and discover what this neighborhood has to offer.
This 1962-built home delivers rare square footage for the area—six bedrooms and three baths across 2,572 square feet. The layout provides room to spread out, with multiple living zones and genuine depth. Center Avenue sits in an established residential pocket of Newport News homes for sale, where solid construction and lot size remain standout features. The bones are there for buyers ready to make this home their own.
ALL OTHERS AREA 107 and the Newport News real estate market
Center Avenue runs through a quiet, tree-lined section of Newport News where mid-century homes anchor stable blocks. You'll find a mix of single-family properties with mature yards, the kind of neighborhood that rewards a slower pace. Newport News itself is a working waterfront city with deep history—shipbuilding heritage runs through its streets, and the downtown continues to evolve. Getting around is straightforward: I-64 connects you east to Hampton and west toward Williamsburg in under an hour. Daily errands land within 10 minutes—grocery, pharmacy, local dining. The city's parks system offers green space throughout, and the waterfront is accessible for anyone who wants it. If you are comparing homes for sale in Newport News, note that Center Avenue's established character and proximity to military bases make it a practical anchor.
What's nearby
Center Avenue keeps you close to everyday essentials. A grocery store sits about five minutes away, and pharmacies are within walking distance or a short drive. Local parks offer playgrounds and open space for outdoor time. Downtown Newport News, with its restaurants and shops, is roughly ten minutes north. The waterfront and its trails are accessible within fifteen minutes. Joint Base Langley-Eustis lies about 12 minutes south, and NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 17 minutes away.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
About 12 minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis and 17 minutes to NSA Hampton Roads—a reasonable commute from Center Avenue. VA loan financing is common in this area, and the six-bedroom layout offers flexibility for households with multiple occupants. The home's established neighborhood and straightforward access to base routes make transitions and daily logistics manageable.
Room to grow
Six bedrooms and three full baths give you genuine room to grow. The 2,572-square-foot footprint spreads across multiple levels, creating distinct zones for different activities and privacy. A substantial lot and established neighborhood provide the kind of space and stability that supports long-term plans. Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School or homes for sale zoned for Carver Elementary School will recognize the value of square footage and bedroom count here.
More buyer questions
How far is 902 Center Avenue from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
About 12 minutes south via local roads and I-64. NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 17 minutes away.
What year was this home built?
1962. It's a mid-century property with solid bones and established character typical of its era.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the home have?
Six bedrooms and 3.1 baths across 2,572 square feet, offering substantial space for multiple occupants or flexible use.
What is the neighborhood like on Center Avenue?
A quiet, tree-lined residential area with established mid-century homes, mature yards, and a stable community feel. It's the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23605.
What zoning applies to this address?
The area is zoned for homes for sale zoned for Heritage High School and homes for sale zoned for Carver Elementary School. Check the school profiles on this site for details on programs and performance.
Ready to explore this six-bedroom home on Center Avenue? Contact Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour and learn more.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
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.
How Far Is?
Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.
Also nearby
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
✈️
JBLE Langley
Air Force
26min·11.4mi
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NSA HR
Navy
35min·22mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
31min·20.7mi
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NS Norfolk
Navy
29min·20.3mi
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JBLE Ft Eustis
Army
25min·16.7mi
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
15.2 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.
Hilton Village is one of Newport News' most storied neighborhoods. The layout began in 1918. It was one of the nation's first federally funded planned communities.
$275KMedian sale · 12 mo
$204Sold $/sq ft
21dDays on market
3For sale now
$71KHH income
49.6%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
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
$2,276/mo
Principal & interest
$1,914
Property tax
$255
Home insurance
$108
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. assessment150% of $246,600City assessment record · taxes $3,057/yr
Land share of assessed value19% · $46,200Improvements $200,400 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$399,000 – $611,900The 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.
205 River RD · 0.9 mi · 2,426 sqft$399,000 sold 2026-06
26 Milford RD · 1 mi · 2,400 sqft$460,000 sold 2026-04
606 River RD · 1.2 mi · 2,478 sqft$535,000 sold 2026-08
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
50% above assessment
Total Assessed
$246,600
Land
$46,200
Improvement
$200,400
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:
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.
49 days on market: read it in context
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Questions buyers ask
Is 902 Center Ave in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Carver Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), Crittenden Middle (VaHome School Score 1.6/10), Heritage (VaHome School Score 3.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 902 Center Ave 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 902 Center Ave have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 902 Center Ave built?
It was built in 1962, 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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