Middle Ground Lighthouse is a privately owned, fully restored offshore lighthouse residence located in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Constructed in 1891 and still serving as a navigational aid, the lighthouse has been carefully restored by the current owners while preserving its historic character. Accessible only by private boat and surrounded by open water, the property offers approximately 1,251 sqft of interior living space and more than 1,100 sqft of exterior deck space, with panoramic water views and a level of privacy rarely found on the East Coast. Interior features include original heart pine floors, custom curved furnishings, hand-painted murals, a private bedroom, additional sleeping accommodations, kitchen, mini-split heating and cooling systems, half bath with USCG-approved marine sanitation system, and an enclosed outdoor shower. Supporting systems include rainwater collection, solar power, battery storage, and diesel generator backup. The property is offered fully furnished and includes a dedicated service vessel. Real estate taxes are currently exempt. Located near the historic waters of the Monitor-Merrimack naval engagement and overlooking one of the nation's busiest shipping channels, Middle Ground Lighthouse offers the rare opportunity to own one of the Chesapeake Bay's most distinctive maritime landmarks. More information is available on the website. Do not attempt to visit property without prior authorization.
For sale
$995,000
Middle Ground Lighthouse, Newport News, VA 23607
1beds
1,251sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1891
-- sqft lot
$991,700 Zestimate®
$795/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Additional sleeping accommodationsPanoramic water viewsPrivate bedroomSurrounded by open waterHand-painted muralsOriginal heart pine floorsCustom curved furnishings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Debbie Kent 571-293-6923,
Cottage Street Realty LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VANN2000140
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Wall Unit, Electric
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Combination Kitchen/Dining, Curved Staircase, Metal Walls
- Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,251
- Total interior livable area: 1,251 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,251
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Six
- Stories: 6
- Patio & porch: Deck, Roof, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Harbor, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Harbor,River
- Waterfront features: Bay
- Body of water: James River
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 1
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: NO TAX RECORD
- Zoning: 0
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Combination, Brick
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1891
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Approved System
- Water: Cistern, Rainwater Harvesting
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport News
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $795/sqft
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Furnishings, Appliances, Fixtures, And Equipment To Convey Unless Otherwise Specified.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$991,700
$942,000 - $1.04M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000$795/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VANN2000140 Report a problem | ||
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 23607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Churchland Primary & Intermediate SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.8 mi
- 3/10Churchland Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- 6/10Churchland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Newport News City Public Schools
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