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$179,111$138 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1249 28TH ST

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23607
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,297 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$179K
$156K low$202K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$147 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$178,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$178,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyNEWPORT NEWS CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 79 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Discovery STEM AcademyF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Huntington Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Heritage High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Newport News City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23607These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,767
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.999 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,728
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,461
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

1249 28th St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Newsome
  • Older than 94% of homes in Newport News city County

What homes are worth in Newport News 23607

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$78K$404K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Newport News 23607.

How it measures up in Newport News 23607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport News 23607.

Estimated value$179,111
CheaperTypical $174,971Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,297 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 1249 28th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewsomeNewport News 23607Newport News city County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,11165% of homes53% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13860% of homes50% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,297 ft²49% of homes49% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac91% of homes86% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than193048% of homes37% of homes6% of homes

About 1249 28th St

How much is 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA is $179,111 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $155,892 to $202,330. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA last sell?

1249 28th St, Newport News, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA?

1249 28th St, Newport News, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,297 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA built?

1249 28th St, Newport News, VA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA?

1249 28th St, Newport News, VA is assigned to Discovery STEM Academy (elementary), rated F; Huntington Middle School (middle), rated F; Heritage High School (high), rated D. All sit in Newport News City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA compare to other homes in Newport News 23607?

Among the 6,107 homes in Newport News 23607, it is worth more than 53% of them ($179,111 against a typical $174,971), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($138 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,297 ft² against a typical 1,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1930 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Newport News city County, it is worth more than 11% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1249 28th St, Newport News, VA was $147. The county assessed it at $178,500.

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