Newport News, VA 23606 5 Downing Place

$489,000

Pending
Presented By: Dana E Robbins with BHHS RW Towne Realty LLC.
  • Central Virginia Regional MLS (CVRMLS) - 11 - VA
  • MLS# 2515099
  • 05/29/2025
  • Beds • 3
  • Baths • 3
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

Discover the perfect blend of timeless design and modern comfort in this rare midcentury architectural gem. Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Merry Point near the James River and James River Country Club, this fully renovated 3-bed, 3-bath home features expansive windows inviting both nature and abundant light into the interior. Cathedral beam ceilings and hardwood floors throughout the home further enhance the open feel. Kitchen boasts concrete waterfall countertops with modern and functional drawer style cabinets. Enjoy relaxing on the composite deck overlooking your private park-like backyard or take a short stroll down to the neighborhoods private beach. Golf, Tennis, Pickleball and a pool are right around the corner. Two en suite baths and a flex space downstairs offer further possibilities. You?ll love living in this turn key unique midcentury masterpiece!
Presented By: Dana E Robbins with BHHS RW Towne Realty LLC.

Interior Features for 5 Downing Place

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms3

Bathrooms

Half Baths0
Total Baths3

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area0.0
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementCrawlSpace
Basement (Y/N)No
Below Grade Finished Area0.0
Fireplace FeaturesGas
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCeramicTile, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCeilingFans, CathedralCeilings, EatInKitchen
Total Fireplaces1
Total Stories2

General for 5 Downing Place

Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesElectricWaterHeater
Architectural StyleTransitional
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Y/NNo
Construction MaterialsBrick, Frame, WoodSiding
CoolingCentralAir
CountyNewport News
DisclosuresSellerDisclosure
Elementary SchoolHidenwood
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces2.0
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HeatingForcedAir, NaturalGas
High SchoolMenchville
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Lease Renewal Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionREV7
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS Area126 - Newport News
Middle/Junior High SchoolEthel M. Gildersleeve
MobileHomeRemainsYNNo
ModificationTimestamp2025-06-24T15:12:22.983-00:00
New ConstructionNo
Occupancy TypeOwner
OwnershipIndividuals
Ownership TypeSoleProprietor
Pool FeaturesNone
PossessionCloseOfEscrow
PostalCityNewport News
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property ConditionResale
Property Sub Type AdditionalSingleFamilyResidence
Property SubtypeSingleFamilyResidence
Property TypeResidential
Rent Control Y/NNo
RoofTarGravel
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublicSewer
Standard StatusPending
StatusPending
Stories2
Subdivision NameMerry Point Estates
Tax Annual Amount3640.0
Tax Assessed Value308500
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms8
Year Built1955
Year Built DetailsActual

Exterior for 5 Downing Place

Crops Included Y/NNo
Exterior AmenitiesPavedDriveway
FencingNone
Horse Y/NNo
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Parking FeaturesAttached, Driveway, Garage, Paved
SpaNo
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools

Middle School Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School
High School Menchville High School
Elementary School Hidenwood Elementary School

Lisa Joseph

Associate
Price $489,000
MLS#2515099
List Date 05/29/2025
Property Type Pending
Phone 804.310.0018
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