A timeless gem in one of Virginia’s most unique and cherished historic districts along the James River, this Hilton Village home blends vintage charm with modern spaces and is move-in ready for buyers of any age. Unique features include a first-floor primary bedroom option with ensuite bathroom, and a spacious laundry room/walk-in pantry. An original circa 1918 built-in china cabinet accents the versatile dining room and a bright sunroom extends the large living room. The landscaped, fenced back yard with a new deck and pergola are perfect for entertaining and gardening. A custom-built garden shed provides architecturally aesthetic storage. New water heater, central AC unit, electrical breaker box, and crawl-space vapor barrier. Extensive roof improvements. Freshly painted inside and out. Refinished hardwood floors. Walk to Hilton School, beach and pier, shops, restaurants, and churches and become part of this highly sought-after community.
Sold for $329,000
$329,000
311 Palen Ave, Newport News, VA 23601
4beds
1,719sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1918
3,672 Square Feet Lot
$338,100 Zestimate®
$191/sqft
$2,817 Estimated rent
Home value
$338,100
$321,000 - $355,000
$2,817/mo
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First-floor primary bedroomBright sunroomVersatile dining roomEntertaining and gardeningWalk-in pantrySpacious laundry roomNew deck
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,719 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,672 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 265000446
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl/Raised
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Newport News
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $191/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $251,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,114
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Sold | $329,000$191/sqft |
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| 9/17/2025 | Pending sale | $329,000$191/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,000+246.6%$191/sqft |
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| 2/27/2002 | Sold | $94,910$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,114 +12% | $251,400 +6.7% |
| 2025 | $2,780 +10.1% | $235,600 +10.1% |
| 2024 | $2,525 +9.1% | $214,000 +11.5% |
| 2022 | $2,315 +5.1% | $191,900 +8% |
| 2021 | $2,203 +4.7% | $177,700 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $2,104 +1.9% | $168,900 +7% |
| 2018 | $2,066 | $157,900 |
| 2017 | $2,066 +3.1% | $157,900 +3.1% |
| 2016 | $2,004 -5.7% | $153,200 -6.4% |
| 2015 | $2,125 | $163,600 |
| 2014 | $2,125 +6.8% | $163,600 |
| 2013 | $1,989 | $163,600 -9.5% |
| 2012 | $1,989 -8.7% | $180,800 -8.7% |
| 2011 | $2,178 -1.7% | $198,000 -1.7% |
| 2010 | $2,215 -7.1% | $201,400 -7.1% |
| 2009 | $2,386 | $216,900 |
| 2008 | $2,386 +5% | $216,900 +5% |
| 2007 | $2,273 +15.8% | $206,600 +26.4% |
| 2006 | $1,962 +12% | $163,500 +15.7% |
| 2005 | $1,752 +18.2% | $141,300 +21.1% |
| 2004 | $1,482 +10% | $116,700 +10% |
| 2003 | $1,347 +11.1% | $106,100 +11.1% |
| 2002 | $1,213 +2.4% | $95,500 |
| 2001 | $1,184 | $95,500 |
| 2000 | $1,184 | $95,500 |
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Neighborhood: Hilton Village
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hilton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Homer L. Hines Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Warwick High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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