# 289 Herman Melville Avenue, Newport News, VA 23606

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/3ba townhouse, $430,000 ($212/sqft), built 2004, 2,031 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $1,863/mo. Listed 5 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $430,000 |
| Price/sqft | $212 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 2,031 |
| Year Built | 2004 |
| Property Type | Townhouse (Townhouse) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 5 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,863 |
| **Total** | **$1,863** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Hidenwood Elementary
- **Middle:** Homer L. Hines Middle

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2004
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Experience the best of Port Warwick living in this impeccably maintained home, where designer touches, exceptional condition, and a highly desirable floor plan set it apart from the rest. The main level offers incredible flexibility with a private office/flex room, an additional flex room with closet, & a spacious living area perfect for everyday living & entertaining. The bright & open kitchen features newer stainless appliances, a gas range, large pantry, eat-in dining area, abundant cabinetry, & countertop seating. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and the convenience of upstairs laundry, a coffee/beverage nook, & floored attic storage. Enjoy outdoor living on the charming paver patio, an attached 2-car garage with driveway, & a zoned HVAC with both units replaced in 2025. Ideally located just moments from Port Warwick's restaurants, shopping, concerts, art shows, & community events, this move-in ready home offers the perfect blend of lifestyle, comfort, & convenience.

## Location

- **Address:** 289 Herman Melville Avenue, Newport News, VA 23606
- **County:** Newport News VA
- **Neighborhood:** PORT WARWICK
- **Coordinates:** 37.079462, -76.486147
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=37.079462,-76.486147

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Amy Kearney
- **Brokerage:** Liz Moore & Associates LLC
- **Phone:** (757) 873-2707
- **Email:** soldbyamyandjason@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![289 Herman Melville Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2e4819ea06c031621dcb81d69aefb846l-f1694497861r.jpg)

*50 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/289-herman-melville-avenue-newport-news-va-23606-10637863)*

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**MLS#:** 10637863 | **Updated:** 2026-06-19
**Source:** listhub

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