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$309,900

525 Helm Dr Newport News, VA 23602

3 beds
2 full
1,099 sqft
0.3 acres
$282 / sqft
House

Property details

About 525 Helm Dr

Welcome to Shore Park where you will find the best buy in the neighborhood! Beautiful turn key, HGTV styled ranch home with attached garage offers 3 bedrooms and 2 updated full bathrooms. Updated kitchen with stainless appliances, big backyard, numerous updates and upgrades recently completed. Large rear yard with concrete patio. Brand new roof has just been installed! Clean, comfortable, lots of natural sunlight, and move-in ready!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,099 sqft
Lot size0.27 Acres
Year built1976
ParkingAttached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Oversized, Paved, Two Spaces, On Street
MLS #2515691
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Laminate, Partially Carpeted
  • Interior: Bedroom on Main Level, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Oversized, Paved, Two Spaces, On Street
  • Exterior: Porch, Storage, Shed, Paved Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Transitional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $309,900
  • Price/SqFt: $281
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,570
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Landscaped, Level, Wooded
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,099 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.27 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2515691
  • MLS Name: CVR
  • Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate-James River
  • Office Phone: (757) 727-0069
  • Office Email: liz.kilby@longandfoster.com
  • Listing Agent: Kyle T Hause

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 04, 2024
Home Sold
$160,000
Oct 22, 2004
Home Sold
$98,134

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$205,400$2,570
2022$203,300$2,283
2021$175,100$2,136
2020$160,700$2,107
2019$154,100$2,022
2018$154,100$2,019
2017$154,100$2,019

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

T. Ryland Sanford Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

480 Colony Rd

2

Horace H. Epes Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

855 Lucas Creek Rd

6

R. O. Nelson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

826 Moyer Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $63,190. Most Newport News, VA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

18%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
23%
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?

33%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Active RockActive Rock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 525 Helm Dr

The listing price of 525 Helm Dr property is $309,900.

The property 525 Helm Dr is a house located in Newport News, Virginia, 23602.

Active Listing: 525 Helm Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 525 Helm Dr are: T. Ryland Sanford Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Horace H. Epes Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), R. O. Nelson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mary Passage Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), J. M. Dozier Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Denbigh High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Menchville High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Woodside High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,570 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 4, 2024 for $160,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 525 Helm Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 525 Helm Dr is 1,099 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 525 Helm Dr is 1976.

This home is located at 525 Helm Dr in Newport News, VA and zip code 23602 in the East Shore Park neighborhood. This 1,099 square foot home, which was built in 1976, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $309,900.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Newport News, VA there were more than 2 sold above asking price, over 5 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. Between May and June 2025, Newport News, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 7%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 25 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $288,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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