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  • Price cut: $40K (4/10)
    $849,900

    511 Chesapeake Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

    6beds
    5,364sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1909
    -- sqft lot
    $848,700 Zestimate®
    $158/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Waterfront estateHistoric stone mansionItalian-artisan stone archesDramatic waterfront viewSeparate showerJetted tub
    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!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 24, 2025 at 03:52am

    Listed by:

    Kim Elliot,

    Triumph Realty,

    Dennis Cushing,

    Triumph Realty

    Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10567723MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Balcony, Breakfast Area, Garage Apt, PBR with Bath, Porch, Rec Room, Utility Room
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Attic Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: 220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Laminate/LVP, Slate, Wood
    • Windows: Window Treatments
    • Basement: Sealed/Encapsulated Crawl Space,Sump Pump
    • Number of fireplaces: 4
    • Fireplace features: Electric, Fireplace Gas-natural
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 5,364 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Att 2 Car, Garage Apt
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Inground Sprinkler, Irrigation Control, Balcony
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Electric,Full,Other,Fenced
    • Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
    Details
    • Parcel number: 303030210
    • Zoning: R3
    • Other equipment: Backup Generator, Pump

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional,Victorian
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Fiber Cement, Stone
    • Foundation: Basement
    • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1909

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City/County
    • Water: City/County

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: All Others Area 106
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Newport News

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $158/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $857,400
    • Annual tax amount: $9,580
    • Date on market: 1/27/2025
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