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520 RICHNECK RD

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,255 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.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$991 (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.$71,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$71,500

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
77
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.
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.Residential - Vacant Land
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.1.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Patio · 441 ft²Porch · 85 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Woodside High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Richneck Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
J. M. Dozier Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 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

520 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.

  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Newport News 23608
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Newport News 23608
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Green Acres

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.

Living area1,255 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,503 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 520 Richneck Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreen AcresNewport News 23608Newport News city County
Living areabigger than1,255 ft²44% of homes18% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac92% of homes98% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than198889% of homes62% of homes72% of homes

About 520 Richneck Rd

When did 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA last sell?

520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA last sold on Sep 16, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA?

520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,255 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA built?

520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA?

520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA is assigned to Woodside High School (high), rated B-; Richneck Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; 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 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA compare to other homes in Newport News 23608?

Among the 11,823 homes in Newport News 23608, it is bigger than 18% of them (1,255 ft² against a typical 1,503 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1988 against a typical 1986). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Richneck Rd, Newport News, VA was $991. The county assessed it at $71,500.

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