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$224,747$149 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $220,000 on Oct 31, 2025

704 FORREST DR

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23601
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,512 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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.

Valuation

$225K
$204K low$245K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Oct 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,289 (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.$280,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$266,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,600

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.38
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.
74
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.
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
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.0.35
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 · 144 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Warwick High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Riverside Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Homer L. Hines Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Newport News City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23601These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.24,879
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,700 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,795
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,197
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

704 Forrest Dr 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 87% of homes in Newport News 23601
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Newport News 23601
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Morrison
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Newport News 23601
  • Older than 77% of homes in Newport News city County

What homes are worth in Newport News 23601

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

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$164K$648K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Newport News 23601.

How it measures up in Newport News 23601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport News 23601.

Estimated value$224,747
CheaperTypical $286,617Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $194Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,512 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,484 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 704 Forrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorrisonNewport News 23601Newport News city County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,74727% of homes13% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14912% of homes6% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,512 ft²70% of homes52% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac74% of homes87% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than195733% of homes40% of homes23% of homes

About 704 Forrest Dr

How much is 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA is $224,747 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $204,306 to $245,188. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA last sell?

704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA last sold on Oct 31, 2025 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA?

704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,512 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA built?

704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA?

704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA is assigned to Warwick High School (high), rated D+; Riverside Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Homer L. Hines 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 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA compare to other homes in Newport News 23601?

Among the 7,489 homes in Newport News 23601, it is worth more than 13% of them ($224,747 against a typical $286,617), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($149 against a typical $194), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,512 ft² against a typical 1,484 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1957 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Newport News city County, it is worth more than 23% 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 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 704 Forrest Dr, Newport News, VA was $3,289. The county assessed it at $280,600.

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