Newport News, VA

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Newport News: neighborhoods, market trends, schools, and lifestyle.

$270K
Median Price
26 days
Avg Days on Market
$100K–$700K
Price Range

Overview

Newport News stretches from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay, anchored by Newport News Shipbuilding, one of the nation's largest industrial employers. Affordable homes and waterfront access define this Hampton Roads city.

Neighborhoods

Hilton Village

$100K–$700KEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Newport News.

Oyster Point

$100K–$700KEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Newport News.

Denbigh

$100K–$700KEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Newport News.

Kiln Creek

$100K–$700KEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Newport News.

City Center

$100K–$700KEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Newport News.

Riverside

$100K–$700KEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Newport News.

Market Trends

Newport News has a median home price of approximately $270,000 with homes averaging 26 days on market. Hilton Village, one of the first planned communities in the U.S., offers charming historic homes, while Kiln Creek and Oyster Point provide newer construction. Newport News Shipbuilding, a Huntington Ingalls Industries yard, is the city's largest employer and a consistent driver of housing demand.

Living in Newport News

Schools

Average
SOL Pass Rate66%

Top Schools

  • Menchville High School
  • Denbigh High School
  • Warwick High School

Commute

Drive to DC30 min

Major Routes

I-64, Rt 17, Rt 60

Schools

Newport News is served by Fairfax County Public Schools, one of the top-rated school systems in Virginia.

Commute & Transportation

Newport News offers commuter access to Washington, D.C. via major highways and public transit options.

Lifestyle & Community

Newport News stretches from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay, anchored by Newport News Shipbuilding, one of the nation's largest industrial employers. Affordable homes and waterfront access define this Hampton Roads city.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newport News a good place to buy a home?

Newport News stretches from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay, anchored by Newport News Shipbuilding, one of the nation's largest industrial employers. Affordable homes and waterfront access define this Hampton Roads city.

What are home prices like in Newport News?

The median home price in Newport News is approximately $270K, with a range of $100K–$700K.

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