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Green Oaks is a commuter's dream
Green Oaks is a Newport News neighborhood with access to shopping, recreation and employers. “It’s close to restaurants and lots of museums," says Anita Cox, broker and owner of NextHome Coastal Luxury Realty. "It's also near military bases and has quick access to the interstate.” Located in southern Newport News, residents have short commutes to Langley Air Force Base, shops along U.S. Route 17 and Newport News City public schools. The neighborhood’s accessibility to work and fun continues to be its major selling point.
Bus routes through Green Oaks provide a seamless link to local amenities, schools, and workplaces.
Rooted in tradition, Anderson's Garden Center nurtures the gardening passions of Green Oaks residents.
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Close to airports, highways and a military base
Commuters heading to Langley Air Force Base have a 10-mile drive via the Hampton Roads Center Parkway. Route 17 creates Green Oaks’ eastern border, leading 3 miles north to the Riverside Regional Medical Center and 6 miles south to the Newport News Shipyard. The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is 7 miles north of the neighborhood with flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, and the Norfolk International Airport is about 30 miles south via Interstate 64 with even more flight options.
Just minutes from Green Oaks, Riverside Hospital provides world-class care right at the doorstep of the neighborhood.
Langley Air Force Base stands as a symbol of dedication, just minutes away from the peaceful streets of Green Oaks.
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Midcentury homes with occasional train noise
Green Oaks’ ranch-style homes and Cape Cods were built around the 1950s and 1960s, and the prices usually range from $200,000 to $350,000. Properties here have large yards that extend to streets without sidewalks. Most homes have attached garages, but a few have detached garages in the backyards. Residents on the west side of Green Oaks might hear Amtrak trains, as the train tracks run past the neighborhood's western boundary. Newport News experiences humid summers, with temperatures averaging in the 80s. Winter weather can include below-freezing temperatures, but snow is not common.
From cottages to colonials, Green Oaks is a showcase of classic and charming architectural styles.
A blend of ranches, cottages, and two-story traditional homes gives Green Oaks its warm, eclectic charm.
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Walking trails, playgrounds and museums
The Brittingham-Midtown Community Center neighbors Horner L. Hines Middle School. The center hosts daily events, from walking groups to open gym hours, though some visitors head straight to swim classes in the Midtown Aquatics Center. The Mariners' Museum and Park is a popular destination near Green Oaks for its outdoor activities and museum. “The Mariners' Museum is renowned for its replica model of the Titanic,” Cox says. “There are walking trails, too. If you mention the Noland Trail, everyone knows what you’re talking about.” The park also features the Bumblebee Learning Garden and a play area for kids. Visitors get free admission to the park, and admission to the museum is $1. Deer Park is another busy greenspace, with its playground, athletic fields and the Virginia Living Museum. Over 245 species of animals live at the VLM, from otters to bald eagles. When summer comes around, residents can drive about 12 miles to Buckroe Beach or 40 miles south via Interstate 64 to relax at Virginia Beach.
The Noland Trail is an award-winning five mile trail within the Mariners' Museum and Park.
From ship models to naval artifacts, The Mariners' Museum offers a deep dive into our maritime heritage.
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Route 17 leads to shops and popular restaurants
Route 17 is lined with chain restaurants and shops, but there are also locally owned businesses like Gus's Hot Dog King. The restaurant has been open since the 1970s and has a simple yet popular menu of hotdogs, burgers and sandwiches. Sage Kitchen is a farm-to-table restaurant attached to Anderson’s garden center. The restaurant serves fresh salads, wraps and burgers that pair with its cocktail and fresh-pressed juice selections. The Walmart on Route 17 has groceries, and Game’s Farmers Market has been selling farm-fresh produce since 1972.
Short drives to Newport News schools
Kids are zoned for Sedgefield Elementary, which earns a C-minus from Niche. The school feeds into the Green Oaks' C-rated Homer L. Hines Middle. Warwick High is across the street from the neighborhood and receives a C-plus. Our Lady of Mount Carmel School is a private Catholic middle school nearby that receives an A-plus.
Homer L. Hines Middle School scores an overall grade of C on Niche.
Warwick High School has over 1,600 students in grades 9-12.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Green Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Green Oaks, Newport News sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Green Oaks, Newport News over the last 12 months is $280,000.
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