Welcome to the Waterfront Estate "Rockhaven," the gracious historic stone mansion, an ideal family & entertaining home. Enjoy the sunrise over Chesapeake Bay & celebrate the dolphin show on the veranda from beneath Italian-artisan stone arches. Centrally located for a front-row seat on the James River, views of the Atlantic Ocean echo through every room. Fabulous 6 beds & 4.5 baths including a bonus media room or office that can double as a bedroom. Master suite w/ walk-in closet, jetted tub, separate shower, 2 balconies & washer/dryer. The most dramatic waterfront view in Hampton Roads from Portsmouth and Norfolk to the site of the battle of the Ironclads from your 100-foot wraparound veranda. Currently used as a Rec Room the "Ballroom" on the 3rd floor has a panoramic view of the ocean! The carriage house w/ its own mini-split heating & A/C over the heated 2-car garage includes 1 bed, full bath & kitchen with dishwasher, washer/dryer etc. Apply today! This luxury home can be yours to rent, and enjoy. Utilities not included.
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Sold for $750,000
$750,000
511 Chesapeake Ave, Newport News, VA 23607
6beds
5,364sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
-- sqft lot
$938,100 Zestimate®
$140/sqft
$3,628 Estimated rent
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$835,000 - $1.05M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Fireplace
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- View, Walk In Closet
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,364 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: , Assigned Outdoor Parking, Balcony, Heating system: ForcedAir, Heating: Gas, Lawn, Pets Allowed, Stainless Steel Appliances, View Type: Views, Walk In Closet
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water View
Details
- Parcel number: 303030210
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Newport News
HOA & financial
Other fees
- Deposit fee: $3,950
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2025 | Sold | $750,000-11.8%$140/sqft |
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| 5/26/2025 | Contingent | $849,900$158/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Listing removed | $3,950$1/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$158/sqft |
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| 4/18/2025 | Contingent | $849,900$158/sqft |
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| 4/10/2025 | Price change | $849,900-4.5%$158/sqft |
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| 3/18/2025 | Price change | $3,950-20.2%$1/sqft |
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| 3/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $889,900$166/sqft |
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| 2/24/2025 | Contingent | $889,900$166/sqft |
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| 1/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $889,900-1.1%$166/sqft |
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| 1/27/2025 | Listing removed | $899,900$168/sqft |
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| 1/19/2025 | Price change | $4,950-17.5%$1/sqft |
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| 1/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,000+21.2%$1/sqft |
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| 12/6/2024 | Price change | $899,900-9.2%$168/sqft |
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| 10/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $990,900$185/sqft |
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| 10/22/2024 | Listing removed | $990,900$185/sqft |
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| 9/14/2024 | Price change | $990,900-16.7%$185/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $4,950$1/sqft |
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| 8/30/2024 | Price change | $1,190,000-4.8%$222/sqft |
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| 8/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+100%$233/sqft |
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| 7/24/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,950-17.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/4/2023 | Price change | $6,000-7.6%$1/sqft |
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| 3/31/2023 | Price change | $6,495+44.5%$1/sqft |
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| 3/25/2023 | Price change | $4,495-10%$1/sqft |
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| 3/1/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,995$1/sqft |
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| 4/13/2018 | Sold | $625,000+2.3%$117/sqft |
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| 6/8/2012 | Sold | $611,000+88%$114/sqft |
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| 12/18/1998 | Sold | $325,000$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,675 +5.5% | $892,200 +4.1% |
| 2025 | $10,117 +5.6% | $857,400 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $9,580 +19.4% | $811,900 +6% |
| 2022 | $8,023 +0.1% | $766,000 +18.6% |
| 2021 | $8,019 +3.7% | $645,600 |
| 2020 | $7,729 +13.4% | $645,600 +18% |
| 2018 | $6,816 | $547,300 |
| 2017 | $6,816 +0.1% | $547,300 |
| 2016 | $6,812 +0.1% | $547,300 |
| 2015 | $6,806 | $547,300 -5% |
| 2014 | $6,806 +4.8% | $576,000 -2.7% |
| 2013 | $6,492 | $592,200 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $6,492 +5.8% | $590,200 +5.8% |
| 2011 | $6,138 -4.6% | $558,000 -4.6% |
| 2010 | $6,433 -7.7% | $584,800 -7.7% |
| 2009 | $6,973 | $633,900 |
| 2008 | $6,973 +4.7% | $633,900 +4.7% |
| 2007 | $6,658 +12% | $605,300 +22.2% |
| 2006 | $5,945 +14.1% | $495,400 +18% |
| 2005 | $5,208 +10.3% | $420,000 +13% |
| 2004 | $4,721 +7.7% | $371,700 +7.7% |
| 2003 | $4,384 +6% | $345,200 +6% |
| 2002 | $4,138 +5.9% | $325,800 +3.4% |
| 2001 | $3,907 | $315,100 |
| 2000 | $3,907 | $315,100 |
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Neighborhood: 23607
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- 1/10Discovery STEM AcademyGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Huntington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 4/10Heritage High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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