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$291,759$228 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

278 RICHNECK RD

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,280 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$292K
$267K low$316K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,371 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$273,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,200

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.41
31
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.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.9 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyNewport News City
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 175 ft²Porch · 332 ft²

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

E
Richneck Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Woodside High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
J. M. Dozier Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Newport News City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23608These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,314
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,562 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,672
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,404
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

278 Richneck Rd 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Newport News 23608
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Newport News 23608
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Newport News 23608
  • Among the oldest homes in Newport News 23608

What homes are worth in Newport News 23608

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

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$135K$500K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Newport News 23608.

How it measures up in Newport News 23608

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport News 23608.

Estimated value$291,759
CheaperTypical $319,810Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,503 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 278 Richneck Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport News 23608Newport News city County
Estimated valuepricier than$291,75936% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22884% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²20% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac79% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than1956almost no homes22% of homes

About 278 Richneck Rd

How much is 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA is $291,759 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $267,206 to $316,312. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA last sell?

278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA last sold on Mar 13, 2001, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA?

278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA built?

278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA?

278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA is assigned to Richneck Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Woodside High School (high), rated B-; J. M. Dozier Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Newport News City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA compare to other homes in Newport News 23608?

Among the 11,823 homes in Newport News 23608, it is worth more than 36% of them ($291,759 against a typical $319,810), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($228 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,503 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1956 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Newport News city County, it is worth more than 47% 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 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA was $3,371. The county assessed it at $273,200.

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