Newport News, Virginia

Newport News has the distinction of having one of the oldest place names in the New World. Settled in 1621, it is the fourth largest city in the state of Virginia. More importantly, its location at the mouth of the James River and near the Atlantic Ocean makes it a great place to find waterfront homes. It has been an independent city since 1896 but well before that it played a significant role in the country's military and naval history. Many of America's super aircraft carriers were built in the city and it served as a port of embarkation During World War I. Buying Newport News real estate puts you within easy reach of Jamestown, Yorktown, Norfolk, Williamsburg, Smithfield and Gloucester. Richmond and Virginia Beach are less than an hour away.

Newport News Attractions

Many of the main attractions of Newport News and the surrounding areas relate to the region's central role in the founding of America and in some of the pivotal battles that took place later in the country's history. Newport News is part of the Hampton Roads area (the other main cities are Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Portsmouth and Hampton) which attracts millions of tourists each year. Buying a home in Newport News gives you access to attractions such as the world renowned Mariners' Museum, the Virginia War Museum and the Peninsula Fine Arts Center. There are also many fine attractions in the neighboring cities. With great weather year-round -- a home in Newport News won't suit confirmed snowbirds -- there's always time to stroll along the boardwalk at Virginia Beach, enjoy the trails at the Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge or take advantage of the opportunities for saltwater and freshwater fishing right at home. Newport News also enjoys one of the largest municipal parks in the US, where you can enjoy hiking, biking, camping, archery and more.

Jobs in Newport News

When you buy a house in Newport News, as with many of the surrounding cities, you are buying into a city with a long history as a major shipping centre. Manufacturing and oil refining are also very important, as our defense and technology. The military is also a major employer. Within the city, there's the Fort Eustis base, and there are many others in the region, including Oceana in Virginia Beach, Langley in Hampton, and Little Creek and NOB in Norfolk.

Homes for sale in Newport News

Many people who live in Newport News VA describe it as a pleasant area. Newport News homebuyers enjoy access to sports teams and as well as regional venues offering a range of entertainment: theatre, music, opera and more. As one of the oldest settled areas in the region, Newport News real estate ranges from historic locations to new communities. NewportNews homes include single-family homes, condos, townhouses, co-ops, apartments, waterfront homes, golf homes, lofts, farms/ranches, multi-family homes and vacant land. Popular subdivisions include; City Center, Colony Pines, Christopher Shores, Denbigh, East End, Glendale, Hidenwood, Hilton Village, Hunter’s Glenn, Huntington Heights, Jefferson Park, Kiln Creek, Lee Hall, Menchville, Morrison, Newmarket, Oyster Point, Parkview, Port Warwick, Richneck, Riverside, Summerlake, Village Green and Warwick.

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