The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 23604 sells for about $318,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 26 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,901 a month.
ZIP 23604 — Newport News
The housing market in 23604 remains stable, driven by consistent demand from the military population at Fort Eustis. Prices have seen a modest year-over-year increase of 5.9%, reflecting the competitive nature of the broader Newport News market. Inventory remains tight, supporting steady price appreciation.
This ZIP is primarily suited for military families, personnel stationed at Fort Eustis, and civilian employees seeking proximity to the base and stable, community-focused housing.
Median prices moved up 5.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 26 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.6% · poverty 5.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 23604, Newport News city, VA
Crime in the Fort Eustis area is generally lower than the broader Newport News city average due to the controlled access and military nature of the installation.
Schools serving the area are part of the Newport News Public Schools system, which maintains a variety of magnet and specialized programs for military-connected families.
The area is subject to coastal flood risks and hurricane-related wind exposure typical of the Virginia Peninsula, requiring standard flood insurance considerations.
Economic momentum is heavily anchored by the Fort Eustis military installation, which serves as a major employer and driver of local infrastructure and service demand.
Property taxes are assessed by the City of Newport News at a uniform rate applied to the fair market value of real estate, with no special district surcharges noted for this ZIP.
Commutes are primarily oriented toward the Newport News employment core and nearby military facilities via I-64, with moderate traffic congestion during peak hours.
The area features access to the James River, local military base amenities, and proximity to regional parks and shopping centers in northern Newport News.
The rental market is heavily influenced by military personnel turnover, resulting in consistent demand and moderate vacancy pressure.
The economy is dominated by the defense sector and military operations, with significant support from federal contractors and regional logistics hubs.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-64, facilitating access to the broader Hampton Roads metropolitan area.
Development is largely constrained by the military installation boundaries, with limited new residential construction inside the ZIP.
The Newport News City Assessor manages property valuations, conducting periodic reassessments to reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to standard city municipal services and Newport News Public Schools district taxation.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the area's proximity to the coast and associated wind/flood risk profiles.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Busch Gardens Williamsburg4.46.5 mi
- Great Wolf Lodge | Williamsburg4.315.7 mi
- Water Country USA4.48.3 mi
- Funplex Trampoline Park.4.711.2 mi
- Hampton Virginia Aquaplex4.114 mi
- Hampton Coliseum4.414.3 mi
- Hampton Roads Convention Center4.614.2 mi
- Warhill Sports Complex4.715.5 mi
- Boo Williams Sportsplex4.313.4 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill411.5 mi
- Busch Gardens Williamsburg4.46.5 mi
- Colonial Williamsburg4.610 mi
- Water Country USA4.48.3 mi
- Jamestown Settlement4.711.5 mi
- AMC Hampton Towne Centre 244.411.4 mi
- Colonial Williamsburg4.610 mi
- Jamestown Settlement4.711.5 mi
- Virginia Living Museum4.78.5 mi
- American Revolution Museum at Yorktown4.87.9 mi
- Historic Jamestowne4.710.7 mi
- Chippokes State Park4.78.1 mi
- Newport News Park4.74.9 mi
- Yorktown Battlefield4.77.9 mi
- Sandy Bottom Nature Park4.610.3 mi
- City of Newport News Riverview Farm Park4.75.5 mi
- The Surry Seafood Co.4.311.5 mi
- Hampton Yacht Club4.616.6 mi
- Salt Ponds Marina Resort4.318.5 mi
- York River Yacht Haven4.810.1 mi
- Deep Creek Landing Marina4.56 mi
- Kingsmill Resort4.46.6 mi
- Golden Horseshoe Golf Club4.510 mi
- Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort4.56.8 mi
- James River Country Club4.68.1 mi
- The Green Course at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club4.59.1 mi
- Patrick Henry Mall4.26.3 mi
- Publix Super Market at Monticello Marketplace4.612.3 mi
- Harris Teeter4.48.5 mi
- Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square4.710.5 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.24.8 mi
- Norfolk International Airport4.328.2 mi
- Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport4.45.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The primary anchor of the ZIP, providing base amenities and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).