This home must be seen to be fully appreciated. Bring your clients here first, they will not be disappointed. Too many improvements to list but here are a few: new siding, new windows, new roof, new flooring, new kitchen, new bathrooms, paint, HVAC system and much more. Move-in ready and waiting for an excited new owner.
Est. $1,426 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 655 Ellen Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REINMLS #10628148
May 22, 2026
Sold
$245,000
$255/sq ft
Apr 3, 2026
Listed
$249,000
$259/sq ft
Apr 3, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Jan 23, 2026
Sold
$75,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2027
$2,962 (+43.7%)
$54,300 + $196,700
$251,000
2026
$2,061 (+12.6%)
$54,300 + $107,900
$162,200
2025
$1,830 (+6.5%)
$47,200 + $107,900
$155,100
2024
$1,719 (−0.5%)
$42,900 + $102,800
$145,700
2023
$1,729 (+26.2%)
$42,900 + $88,900
$131,800
2022
$1,370 (−4.1%)
$39,000 + $73,300
$112,300
2020
$1,428 (+5.8%)
$39,000 + $66,000
$105,000
2019
$1,350 (+2.9%)
$39,000 + $60,000
$99,000
2018
$1,312
$39,000 + $57,100
$96,100
2017
$1,312 (+0.4%)
$39,000 + $57,100
$96,100
2016
$1,307 (+8.7%)
$39,000 + $57,100
$96,100
2014
$1,202 (−0.9%)
$39,000 + $59,600
$98,600
2013
$1,213 (+4.0%)
$39,000 + $60,400
$99,400
2012
$1,166
$44,000 + $62,000
$106,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
971
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newport News
APN
284000260
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
R4
Single-Family Dwelling District
The intent of this article is to establish district regulations for those areas with existing small lot single-family developments and to provide small lot single-family residential developments as part of the present and future dwelling facilities within the city.
1st FBR, First Floor Master Bedroom, Breakfast Area, Master Bedroom with Bath, Utility Closet
Interior Features
Equipment: Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
Scuttle Access, Walk-In Attic
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Siding: Vinyl
Has Fence
Fence Description: Chain Link, Partial
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Lot Information
Approximate Acres: 0.2800
Lot Front: 84
Lot Depth: 150
Property Information
Property Type: Detached
Style: Ranch
Additional Structures: Det.Workshop
Foundation Type: Crawl
Ownership Type: Simple
# of Stories: 1
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling: Heat Pump
Heating: Heat Pump
Sewer Type: City/County
Water Type: City/County
Water Heater Type: Electric
Location
Room 1 Information
Room Level: 1
Utility Room
Room 2 Information
Room Level: 1
Kitchen
Room 3 Information
Room Level: 1
Family Room
Room 4 Information
Room Level: 1
Master Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Room Level: 1
Bedroom
Room 6 Information
Room Level: 1
Full Bathroom
Homeowners Association Information
Assoc Legal Name: n/a
HOA Assoc Legal Name: n/a
Assoc Mgmt Co: n/a
Fees Condo: 0
Fees POA Monthly: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Carver Elementary
Middle School: Crittenden Middle
High School: Heritage
Location Information
Directions: use gps
Latitude: 37.004746
Longitude: -76.429233
View Description: Wooded
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 971
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Newport News
APN: 284000260
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Misc. Information
Rehabilitated
Around this home
Schools
John Marshall Early Childhood Center
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
Crittenden Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
2/10
Heritage High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Newport News, VA • 23605
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Newport News. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$266,000 – $322,000
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