Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,364 sqft
503 River Rd, Newport News, VA 23601
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.56 acresLot Size
1940Year Built
$276/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Luxurious fully restored james river waterfront home in the heart of brandon heights and minutes from riverside hospital,the noland trail plus just a short walk to hilton school. The attention to detail in this studs up renovation shows in every room from the gleaming wood floors to the polished period door knobs. A center hall colonial featuring an open family room and gourmet cooks kitchen. Floor to ceiling windows stream into the center island kitchen with granite and stainless countertops,48"...Luxurious fully restored james river waterfront home in the heart of brandon heights and minutes from riverside hospital,the noland trail plus just a short walk to hilton school. The attention to detail in this studs up renovation shows in every room from the gleaming wood floors to the polished period door knobs. A center hall colonial featuring an open family room and gourmet cooks kitchen. Floor to ceiling windows stream into the center island kitchen with granite and stainless countertops,48" six burner five star alcove stove complimented by bosch and subzero appliances. Large riverfront eat area and open bar area into family room with gas fireplace,automatic blinds and panoramic river views. This attention to detail continues in the four tiled baths with the finest in appointments. The luxury continues with wood floors through out,security,irrigation,generator ,two gas fireplaces,central vac,copper gutters,and both detached and attached garages for waterfront craft storage. This beautiful and thoughtfully restored home is loaded with the conveniences for todays modern lifestyle. Subject to a ratified contract w/contingencies. Ownerwishestocontinuetoshowpropertyandconsiderotheroffers
  • Listed by: Bo Parrish 757.715.2228 boparrish@msn.com • Virginia Land & Homes, Inc.
Listing closed: 12/05/2019 12:00 AM • Source: Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service, MLS#: 1903122

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$850,000

Avg days on market

75

Sale-to-list ratio

93.8%

Newport News, VA

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Location

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Property Information for 503 River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,615 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Subdivision Name: Brandon Heights
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Navigable Water, River Front, River Access
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Description: R1
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size: 0.56 AC / 24,393 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: WARWICK BLVD RIGHT ON RIVER ROAD
  • Latitude: 37.03041
  • Longitude: -76.46756
  • Walk Score: 42
  • Water Body Name: JAMES RIVER
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 265.00-02-02
  • Tax Annual Amount: $10,615.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 858700
  • Tax Year: 2018
School Information
  • Elementary School: Hilton
  • High School: Warwick
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ethel M. Gildersleeve
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.56
  • Lot Size Area: 0.56
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area: 3364.0
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Year Built Details: Actual
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Hardi Plank Type, Plaster
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 3
  • Total Stories: 3
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Generator
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Rear Porch, Front Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Radiant, Zoned, Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Central Vacuum
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
Room 2
  • Type: Foyer
  • Level: First
Room 3
  • Type: Laundry
  • Level: First
Room 4
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: First
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Level: First
Room 6
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: First
Room 7
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Second
Room 8
  • Type: Office
  • Level: First
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
Room 10
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: First

Property History for 503 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 5, 2019

Sold

Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service #1903122

$930,000—
Nov 23, 2019

Pending

Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service #1903122

—
Nov 19, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #658646632

$930,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/05/2019

Sold

Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service #1903122

$930,000
11/23/2019

Pending

Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service #1903122

—
11/19/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #658646632

$930,000

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Public Records for 503 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$618,900Additions$515,000Total$1,133,900
Tax Record2025$13,527 ($1,127 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,425 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,425 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,394 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningR1CountyNEWPORT NEWS CITYAPN265000202Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 503 River Road

This home is within Newport News City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hilton Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Homer L. Hines Middle School
Public6 to 8

Warwick High School
Public9 to 12

David A. Dutrow Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 503 River Road, Newport News, VA 23601
$930,000
4
3,364
24,393
$1,050,000
3
3
3,172
23,522
$625,000
5
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