JAMES RIVER WATERFRONT with expansive river and bridge views! Lovingly rebuilt and expanded by owner/builder, this approximately 4,000 SF split-level home offers 5 bedrooms, 4½ baths, 4 split levels plus basement, and abundant storage. Features include a spacious great room with wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, dining room with built-ins, kitchen, breakfast room with gas fireplace and cozy sitting area, sunroom with hot tub, office/work area, game room, and laundry room w/pantry. Outdoor amenities include an 18x36 saltwater pool with retractable safety cover, fenced professionally landscaped yard, multiple decks, and an 85' private pier with covered deck, boat lift and electricity, waterfront boathouse with electric and overhead garage door. Additional highlights include Pella/Thermopane windows, oak hardwood floors, high-efficiency gas boiler, dual A/C systems, 400-amp service, generator connection, irrigation, floored attic, extensive storage, and gorgeous sunset views!
Listing courtesy of Jonathan Frank · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10655963
Chapter · The Water
Life on the water
The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Boathouse, Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Deep Water, Dock, Navigable, Riparian Rights, River.
Frontage
River ✓ VERIFIED
Dock
Dock · Boat lift
Shoreline
Bulkheaded
Access
Deep-water access
Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed
Facts & features
TypeResidential
Year built1957
Price / sqft$303
HOANone
Taxes$9,656/yr
CountyNewport News VA
WaterfrontYes
MLS #10655963
Interior
Bedrooms
5
Full baths
4
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
3,959
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
3
Total rooms
15
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Porch, Rec Room, Sun Room, Utility Room
9707 River Road is a five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home in Newport News, Virginia. Built in 1957, it stretches nearly 4,000 square feet on a lot steps from the James River. Huntington Park is just down the street. This is a rare amount of space in a neighborhood with real character.
Nearly 4,000 square feet built in 1957 means solid bones and generous room proportions you rarely find in newer construction. Five bedrooms and four and a half baths give everyone their own space. The James River is right there — Huntington Park and the Four Chaplains Memorial are within a short walk. Crab Shack on the James is half a mile away. This address puts size, history, and waterfront access together in one package.
RIVERMONT and the Newport News real estate market
River Road runs along the northern edge of the James River in Newport News, and 9707 sits close to the water. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes, many of them well-kept and substantial in size. Mature trees and wide lots give the area a settled, unhurried feel. Huntington Park is three-tenths of a mile away, offering riverfront green space, pavilions, and a boat ramp. The Four Chaplains Memorial anchors the park's southern end. It's the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23601 as a perennial draw for buyers who want space near the water. Newport News is Virginia's fourth-largest city, and it has the infrastructure to match. Interstate 664 and Route 60 connect you to Hampton, Suffolk, and Norfolk without much effort. The city's shipbuilding heritage runs deep, and the arts scene, dining, and parks have grown steadily around it. Daily life is genuinely easy here.
What's nearby
Monty's Penguin is four-tenths of a mile away — a quick walk for a casual meal. Crab Shack on the James is just half a mile down the road and delivers exactly what the name promises. Walmart Supercenter covers your weekly grocery run at six-tenths of a mile. Uncle Nick's and Wilcox Produce and Seafood are both under a mile for specialty and fresh options. The Tom and Ann Hunnicutt Family YMCA is half a mile away for fitness. Starbucks and McDonald's are under a mile in the other direction. Everything you need day-to-day is within a short drive or an easy bike ride.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 14 minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 17 minutes. VA loan financing is common among buyers in this zip code, and the property's size means you're not compromising on space to stay close to base. Five bedrooms and four and a half baths leave room for a home office or guest suite without any juggling.
For buyers drawn to character
A 1957 build at nearly 4,000 square feet is not something you stumble across often. The bones here are mid-century substantial — real room proportions, not the open-plan squeeze of newer builds. Anyone comparing Newport News homes for sale with genuine architectural history will want to put this address on the list. The James River setting and walkable park access make the character case even stronger.
More buyer questions
How far is 9707 River Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 14 minutes under normal traffic. NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 17 minutes in the other direction.
What is the flood zone status for 9707 River Road?
The property sits near the James River, so flood zone designation is worth reviewing carefully. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA map designation.
How close is Huntington Park to 9707 River Road?
Huntington Park is about three-tenths of a mile away — a short walk from the front door. The park includes riverfront pavilions, a boat ramp, and the Four Chaplains Memorial.
Are there homes for sale zoned for Warwick High School and homes for sale zoned for Hilton Elementary School in this area?
Yes — 9707 River Road falls within the attendance zones for both schools. Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Warwick High School or homes for sale zoned for Hilton Elementary School will find this address in that pool.
Does 9707 River Road have an HOA?
Based on available information, this property does not carry an HOA. Confirm current status with your agent before closing.
Tom and Dariya Milan know this stretch of River Road well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough and get your questions answered — no pressure, just good information.
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
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JBLE Langley
Air Force
25min·11.7mi
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NSA HR
Navy
35min·22.4mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
32min·21.1mi
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NS Norfolk
Navy
30min·20.7mi
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JBLE Ft Eustis
Army
27min·17.5mi
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
23.6 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
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
$7,381/mo
Principal & interest
$6,227
Property tax
$805
Home insurance
$350
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
Price context: similar nearby homes$410,000 – $929,000The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 4 sold). Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
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
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39 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.
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Questions buyers ask
Is 9707 River Rd in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hilton Elementary (VaHome School Score 7.5/10), Homer L. Hines Middle (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), Warwick (VaHome School Score 4.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 9707 River Rd 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 9707 River Rd a waterfront property?
Yes. The listing record shows: Boathouse,Boat Lift,Bulkhead,Deep Water,Dock,Navigable,Riparian Rights,River.
Does 9707 River Rd have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 9707 River Rd built?
It was built in 1957, 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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