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$290,401$159 / 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 97How 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
Last sold for $94,850 on Mar 25, 1996

838 ROUSE RD

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,825 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$290K
$280K low$301K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$94,850 · Mar 25, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$147 (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.$269,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$214,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$269,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,800

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
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.Condominium
CountyNewport News City
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Porch · 51 ft²

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

E
Lee Hall Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Mary Passage Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Woodside High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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

838 Rouse 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.

  • Worth more than 70% of homes in Lee's Mill
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Lee's Mill
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Lee's Mill
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Newport News city County

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$490K

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$290,401
CheaperTypical $320,000Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,825 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,503 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 838 Rouse Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLee's MillNewport News 23608Newport News city County
Estimated valuepricier than$290,40170% of homes36% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1595% of homes16% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,825 ft²90% of homes72% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac69% of homes28% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than199681% of homes86% of homes88% of homes

About 838 Rouse Rd

How much is 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA is $290,401 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $280,284 to $300,518. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA last sell?

838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA last sold on Mar 25, 1996 for $94,850, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA?

838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,825 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA built?

838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA?

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

How does 838 Rouse 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 ($290,401 against a typical $320,000), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($159 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,825 ft² against a typical 1,503 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1996 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Newport News city County, it is worth more than 45% 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 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 Rouse Rd, Newport News, VA was $147. The county assessed it at $269,800.

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