For sale

$279,000

318 56th St, Newport News, VA 23607

3beds

1,716sqft

$1,966/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1915

4,791 Square Feet Lot

$278,500 Zestimate^®

$163/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fenced backyardTraditional floor planMature landscapingGenerous roomsThree bedroomsScreened rear porchWelcoming covered front porch

Classic 1915 home in Newport News' historic North End/Huntington Heights area! This character-filled home offers the charm and proportions of an earlier era, with hardwood floors, generous rooms, tall windows and abundant natural light. The traditional floor plan provides comfortable living and dining spaces, while the updated kitchen features white cabinetry, tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Three bedrooms offer plenty of space, along with flexible areas for a home office, library or additional living space. Outdoor living is a real bonus, with a welcoming covered front porch, screened rear porch, fenced backyard and spacious second-floor rear deck tucked among the trees. Set among distinctive early-20th-century homes and mature landscaping, this is a wonderful opportunity for someone who appreciates original character along with thoughtful updates. Historic charm, inviting porches, an updated kitchen and nearly 1,700 square feet in the heart of Newport News.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Attic, Utility Room

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling

Wall/Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater

Features

Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Crawl Space
Attic: Permanent Stairs,Walk-In
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,716 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: Multi Car, Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Porch, Screened Porch
Exterior features: Balcony
Pool features: None
Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Wood,Fenced
Waterfront features: Not Waterfront

Lot

Size: 4,791 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 292010235
Zoning: R3

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1915

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: City/County
Water: City/County

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Huntington Heights

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newport News

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $163/sqft
Tax assessed value: $243,800
Annual tax amount: $3,024
Date on market: 9/19/2026

Estimated market value

$278,500

$265,000 - $292,000

$1,857/mo

Price history

Price history is unavailable.

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$3,024 +9%	$243,800 +3.7%
2025	$2,773	$235,000
2024	$2,773 +22.4%	$235,000 +15.4%
2022	$2,266 +12.9%	$203,600 +17.2%
2021	$2,006	$173,700 +13.7%
2020	$2,006 +3.4%	$152,800
2018	$1,941	$152,800 +3.5%
2017	$1,941 +0.2%	$147,700
2016	$1,937 +0.3%	$147,700
2015	$1,931	$147,700
2014	$1,931 +12.4%	$147,700 -5.4%
2013	$1,718	$156,200
2012	$1,718 -5.2%	$156,200 -5.2%
2011	$1,813 -5%	$164,800 -5%
2010	$1,907 -7.3%	$173,400 -7.3%
2009	$2,058 -3.5%	$187,100 -3.5%
2008	$2,132 +4.6%	$193,800 +4.6%
2007	$2,037 +10.3%	$185,200 +20.3%
2006	$1,847 +24.2%	$153,900 +28.4%
2005	$1,487 +24.8%	$119,900 +27.8%
2004	$1,191 +6.6%	$93,800 +6.6%
2003	$1,118	$88,000
2002	$1,118 +13.5%	$88,000 +10.8%
2001	$985 +2.6%	$79,400 +2.6%
2000	$960	$77,400