For sale

$275,000

224 Palen Ave, Newport News, VA 23601

4beds

1,656sqft

$1,789/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1919

4,791 Square Feet Lot

$277,300 Zestimate^®

$166/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

First-floor primary bedroomPartially fenced backyardStorage shedSpacious kitchenSpacious family roomLarge pantry areaSeparate dining area

Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the highly desirable Hilton Village area! Featuring hardwood floors, a spacious family room with a decorative (non-functioning) fireplace, and a separate dining area, this home offers character and plenty of living space. The first-floor primary bedroom includes a full bath and direct access to the backyard. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms and a full bath with a classic clawfoot tub. The spacious kitchen offers ample cabinet space and a large pantry area for extra storage. Outside, enjoy a partially fenced backyard with a storage shed. Being sold as-is, this property is a fantastic opportunity for investors or buyers ready to add their personal touches and make it their own. Don't miss your chance to own in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after neighborhoods!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: 1st Floor Primary BR, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Spare Room, Utility Closet

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Utility room

Level: First

Heating

Baseboard, Electric

Cooling

Wall/Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Pantry
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Basement: Crawl Space
Attic: Scuttle
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Decorative

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,656 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: 3 Space, Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 2
Pool features: None
Fencing: Partial,Fenced
Waterfront features: Not Waterfront

Lot

Size: 4,791 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 266000349
Zoning: R5

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Roof: Asphalt Shingle,Slate

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1919

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: City/County
Water: City/County

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Hilton Village

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newport News

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $166/sqft
Tax assessed value: $284,200
Annual tax amount: $3,501
Date on market: 7/28/2026

Estimated market value

$277,300

$263,000 - $291,000

$1,925/mo

Price history

Price history is unavailable.

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$3,501 +7.6%	$284,200 +3.1%
2025	$3,253 +6%	$275,700 +6%
2024	$3,068 +13.9%	$260,000 +15.6%
2022	$2,694 +7.2%	$224,900 +7.7%
2021	$2,513	$208,800 +7.5%
2020	$2,513 +7.6%	$194,300 +4.6%
2018	$2,335	$185,800 +3.2%
2017	$2,335 +3.1%	$180,000 +3.2%
2016	$2,264 +0.3%	$174,500
2015	$2,258	$174,500
2014	$2,258 +3%	$174,500
2013	$2,192	$174,500 -12.4%
2012	$2,192 -7.7%	$199,300 -7.7%
2011	$2,375 -1.5%	$215,900 -1.5%
2010	$2,411 -7%	$219,200 -7%
2009	$2,594	$235,800
2008	$2,594 +5.2%	$235,800 +5.2%
2007	$2,466 +9%	$224,200 +18.9%
2006	$2,263 +31.1%	$188,600 +35.5%
2005	$1,726 +17.4%	$139,200 +20.2%
2004	$1,471 +8.1%	$115,800 +8.1%
2003	$1,360 +1.9%	$107,100 +1.9%
2002	$1,335 +7.4%	$105,100 +4.9%
2001	$1,242 +6.1%	$100,200 +6.1%
2000	$1,171	$94,400

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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