Bland
$271,591
Average Value
Walk over to shopping and dining at Jefferson Commons
The centrally located Jefferson Commons shopping mall has just about anything residents could need in terms of everyday conveniences. Trader Joe’s and Aldi both offer an array of groceries. Donato’s Pizza is a casual place to grab a crispy slice when you’re out – or swing by one of the numerous food trucks for more on-the-go service. There’s plenty of entertainment here, too. Peruse books at 2nd and Charles, or check out the guitar selection.
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Fort Eustis homes with suburban charm
The residential portion of Bland is focused on the north side, where streets end with cul-de-sacs. The area is kept quiet, removing residents from the traffic associated with the commercial center. Realtor David Tortolini with eXp Realty notes that homes around Fort Eustis can share a similar vintage. “You’re still looking at a lot of 1960s, 1970s type builds, with some 80s and 90s mixed in there.” Prices can vary, but the range isn’t drastic – look for homes to be somewhere between $200,000 and $315,000. For example, a three-bedroom ranch from 1985 can go for $200,000 here. Expect a suburban setting with similar styles neatly stacked along streets with names like Ashwood Drive. Homes are set back from long carpets of grass, while any landscaping mostly consists of large shade trees looming in backyards or the edges of driveways. As far as other options go, homebuyers still might encounter a three-bedroom ranch from the 80s, but extensive interior renovations would bring a higher price tag. Finishes like quartz countertops and vinyl floors add a modern sheen, while a stark white color palette is in keeping with contemporary trends.
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Newport News City public schools just down the road
Kiln Creek Elementary enrolls around 620 students, but maintains a 17 to 1 student-teacher ratio, helping it to earn a B-minus in the teachers category from Niche. Ella Fitzgerald Middle enrolls 1,200 students. In 2023, it expanded athletic offerings to include soccer, wrestling, football and cheerleading. Denbigh High enrolls 1,200 students as well, and it offers a telecommunications program where students can gain experience in live television productions.Getting active on the Chatham Trail and local fitness center
Focused on residential and commercial amenities, there aren’t many parks in Bland – but there are ways to stay active, and there’s even a hidden gem that people from other neighborhoods seek out. Across the street from the shopping mall is Riverside Wellness and Fitness, which offers an aquatic center and tennis courts. Or, escape into an oasis at the Chatham Trail, which goes by a manmade lake. The wooded trail is suitable for bikers and walkers.
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Bland-area destinations conveniently located on I-64
Interstate 64 makes it easy to reach cultural destinations like the Virginia Living Museum, about 5 miles south of Bland. Jefferson Avenue is ideal for getting to all those retail amenities, as it runs right past the mall. And the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is right in Bland’s backyard – for all those times when you want to step outside this little slice of suburbia.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Mattox
David Mattox
Responds QuicklyAtlantic Sotheby's International Realty
(540) 518-0768
36 Total Sales
1 in Bland
$71,000 Price
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Keisha Deering
Keisha Deering
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Premier
(757) 300-5229
68 Total Sales
1 in Bland
$270,000 Price
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Kyle Lancour
Kyle Lancour
Responds QuicklyFathom Realty
(757) 349-1823
117 Total Sales
1 in Bland
$51,000 Price
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Jim Sadler
Jim Sadler
CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty-2
(757) 378-0630
30 Total Sales
1 in Bland
$90,000 Price
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Ellen Hughes
Ellen Hughes
Iron Valley Real Estate Norfolk
(251) 277-2052
183 Total Sales
4 in Bland
$70K - $99K Price Range
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Kyle Hause
Kyle Hause
Long & Foster - James River
(757) 767-4273
657 Total Sales
3 in Bland
$257K - $290K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kiln Creek Park
Nicewood Park
Riverview Farm Park
Colony Pines Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Harwood's Mill Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
91
Median Year Built
1974
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,343
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,498
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,939
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,385 - $2,150 per month
- Turnberry Wells
- 2-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1,200+ Sq Ft
- 574 Turnberry Blvd
- Newport News, VA
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$989 - $1,811 per month
- Springhouse Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 100 Springhouse Way
- Newport News, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,800
Median Age
32
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,809
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,574
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
23.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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