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$261,482$217 / 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
Last sold for $74,000 on Jul 1, 1987

85 RALEIGH RD

NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23601
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,206 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1933
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

$261K
$241K low$282K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$74,000 · Jul 1, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,913 (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.$234,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$234,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$234,400

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.37
1
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.
77
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
CountyNewport News City
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 212 ft²

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

E
Hilton Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Homer L. Hines Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Warwick High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

85 Raleigh 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 less than 91% of homes in Rivermont
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Newport News city County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Rivermont
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Rivermont
  • Older than 94% of homes in Newport News 23601

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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$162K$632K

This home is worth more than 29% 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$261,482
CheaperTypical $292,924Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,206 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1933
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 85 Raleigh Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRivermontNewport News 23601Newport News city County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,4829% of homes29% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21752% of homes70% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,206 ft²14% of homes24% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac2% of homes18% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than19338% of homes6% of homes6% of homes

About 85 Raleigh Rd

How much is 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA is $261,482 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $240,714 to $282,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA last sell?

85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA last sold on Jul 1, 1987 for $74,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA?

85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,206 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA built?

85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA was built in 1933, making it 93 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA?

85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA is assigned to Hilton Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Homer L. Hines Middle School (middle), rated D+; Warwick High School (high), rated C. All sit in Newport News City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA compare to other homes in Newport News 23601?

Among the 7,487 homes in Newport News 23601, it is worth more than 29% of them ($261,482 against a typical $292,924), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($217 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,206 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1933 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Newport News city County, it is worth more than 34% 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 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Raleigh Rd, Newport News, VA was $2,913. The county assessed it at $234,400.

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