$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#10571014, Peggy Todd, Listing Office: Liz Moore & Associates LLC
$849,900 List price
511 Chesapeake Ave Newport News, VA 23607
$10,000
Closing credit¹
6 beds
4 full, 1 partial
5,364 sqft
$158 / sqft
House
Property details
About 511 Chesapeake Ave
Welcome to the Waterfront Estate "Rockhaven," the gracious historic stone mansion, an ideal family & entertaining home. Enjoy the sunrise over Chesapeake Bay & celebrate the dolphin show on the veranda from beneath Italian-artisan stone arches. Centrally located for a front-row seat on the James River, views of the Atlantic Ocean echo through every room. Fabulous 6 beds & 4.5 baths including a bonus media room or office that can double as a bedroom. Master suite w/ walk-in closet, jetted tub, separate shower, 2 balconies & washer/dryer. The most dramatic waterfront view in Hampton Roads from Portsmouth and Norfolk to the site of the battle of the Ironclads from your 100-foot wraparound veranda. Currently used as a Rec Room the "Ballroom" on the 3rd floor has a panoramic view of the ocean! The carriage house w/ its own mini-split heating & A/C over the heated garage includes 1 bed, full bath & kitchen with dishwasher, washer/dryer etc. Schedule your private tour TODAY!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size5,364 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1909
ParkingGarage Att 2 Car
MLS #10567723
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceElectric Fireplace, Gas Fireplace
Summary
- MLS Number: 10567723
- Office Name: Triumph Realty
- Listing Agent: Kim Elliot
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $811,900 | $9,727 |
| 2022 | $766,000 | $8,023 |
| 2021 | $645,600 | $7,876 |
| 2020 | $645,600 | $8,023 |
| 2019 | $621,900 | $7,729 |
| 2018 | $547,300 | $6,816 |
| 2017 | $547,300 | $6,816 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Discovery STEM Academy
Public Magnet KG-5
0.9 mi
•1712 Chestnut Ave
5
Achievable Dream Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.6 mi
•726 16th St
3
Newsome Park Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.9 mi
•4200 Marshall Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,022. Typical income of Newport News, VA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
69%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NHRA Drag Racing
Horse Races
College Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Big Lots
Stein Mart
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Golden Corral
LongHorn Steakhouse
Logan's Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Buick
Hyundai
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Standards
Contemporary Inspirational
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 511 Chesapeake Ave
This home is located at 511 Chesapeake Ave in Newport News, VA and zip code 23607 in the Salter's Creek neighborhood. This 5,364 square foot home was built in 1909. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,900.
Newport News, VA housing market in March 2025 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 8 sold at listed price and over 3 sold below. Between February and March 2025, Newport News, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14.4%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 45 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $318,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.