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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential

708 17TH ST

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23607
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,308 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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.$1,106 (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.$88,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$88,400

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.42
30
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyNEWPORT NEWS CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
An Achievable Dream AcademyD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Huntington Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Warwick High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 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

708 17th 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.

  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Newport News city County

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.

Living area1,308 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 708 17th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTucker's CreekNewport News 23607Newport News city County
Living areabigger than1,308 ft²58% of homes51% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²51% of homes25% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than196044% of homes67% of homes29% of homes

About 708 17th St

When did 708 17th St, Newport News, VA last sell?

708 17th St, Newport News, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 708 17th St, Newport News, VA?

708 17th St, Newport News, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,308 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 708 17th St, Newport News, VA built?

708 17th St, Newport News, VA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 708 17th St, Newport News, VA?

708 17th St, Newport News, VA is assigned to An Achievable Dream Academy (elementary), rated D+; Huntington Middle School (middle), rated F; Warwick 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 708 17th St, Newport News, VA compare to other homes in Newport News 23607?

Among the 6,107 homes in Newport News 23607, it is bigger than 51% of them (1,308 ft² against a typical 1,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1960 against a typical 1940). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 708 17th St, Newport News, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 708 17th St, Newport News, VA was $1,106. The county assessed it at $88,400.

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