$219,105Average Value$197Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Newmarket Creek has modest homes in south Newport News
Buyers can find established Postwar homes along Newmarket Creek’s organized suburban streets while living only minutes away from beaches and parks along the James River and a massive marshland preserve in neighboring Isle of Wight County. “Most people stay on either side of the tunnel,” says Raul Mendez, a real estate agent with eXp Realty. “Wherever they’re working, that’s usually where they end up buying.” The neighborhood is close to Interstate 64 for access to the wider Hampton Roads region, and local restaurants and retailers are just a block north.
Surrounded by green spaces and gentle waters, Newmarket Creek is Newport News’ hidden gem.
Nestled in the heart of Newmarket Creek are bi-level homes that offer community and comfort.
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Folks find views of the James River at Fort Fun Park and Ragged Island
Fort Fun Park is just a mile from the neighborhood and overlooks the James River. It features a playground, a rose garden and two ball fields. The park also hosts Huntington Beach, a sandy swimming area on the river. Outdoorsy locals can take the James River Bridge seven miles to reach the Ragged Island Wildlife Management Area, a protected marshland stretching over 1,500 acres. Folks come here to fish for bluefish and gray trout, hunt for deer and rabbits, or see Fox Sparrows and Myrtle Warblers while birdwatching.
Huntington Park is one of the best places to see the sunset in Newport News.
Just a short drive from Newmarket Creek, Ragged Island Wildlife Management Area is a sanctuary for wildlife and a refuge for the soul.
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Postwar homes, custom properties and some TLC opportunities
As far as the market goes, Mendez says that “it’s a combination of starter homes, some larger customs and properties that might need some TLC as well.” Newmarket Creek has a variety of brick ranch-style homes and bilevels built from the 1940s through the ‘80s, as well as New Traditionals built within the last decade. Prices start around $140,000 for three-bedroom homes in need of renovation and go for as much as $450,000 for newer four-bedroom custom homes. Streets are grid-patterned, and sidewalks aren’t universal, which allows some homes to have larger lawns.
New traditional homes in Newmarket Creek have architectural elegance and modern functionality.
Rancher-style homes in Newmarket Creek offer open layouts and timeless design.
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The Plaza at Newmarket has groceries and restaurants a block from home
Locals can cross Mercury Boulevard to shop at The Plaza at Newmarket, a business center with a Food Lion for groceries and restaurants like Tanpopo Ramen, which serves noodle soup and chicken teriyaki entrees. There’s also 7 Brew Coffee, offering drive-through java for folks on the go.
From pantry staples to fresh produce, Food Lion has Newmarket Creek residents covered.
Newmarket Creek residents experience the perfect blend of tradition and innovation in every bowl at Tanpopo Ramen.
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Heritage High's University Magnet program for college prep
Newport News City Public Schools is the main district serving Newmarket Creek. Students can attend Carver Elementary and Crittenden Middle, which both get C-ratings from Niche, while Heritage High gets a C-plus. Heritage High offers a University Magnet program, a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for college or the workforce after they graduate.
Crittenden Middle School offers Newmarket Creek students core academics and enrichment programs just minutes from home in central Newport News.
Heritage High School has over 1,000 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
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Commuters can reach Norfolk in 23 miles
Downtown is less than four miles south of home and hosts major employers like Newport News Shipbuilding. Norfolk is 23 miles south, across either Interstate 64 or the Monitor Merrimack Bridge, for work or leisure. Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is around 10 miles north, while Norfolk International Airport is 24 miles away. Hampton Roads Transit buses stop along main roads like Roanoke Avenue for regional access.
The Newport News Williamsburg International Airpot is just a short drive from Newmarket Creek.
Newmarket Creek residents enjoy convenient access to public transportation, connecting them to key destinations across Newport News.
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Parks in this Area
Huntington Park
Mariners' Museum and Park
Deer Park
Fort Fun Playground
Transit
Airport
Newport News/Williamsburg International
21 min drive
Bus
74th & Marshall
Bus
Marshall & 79th
Bus
74th & Orcutt
Bus
79th & Roanoke
Bus
Briarfield & Wickham
Bus
79th & Orcutt
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Newmarket Creek
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Newmarket Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Newmarket Creek, Newport News sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Newmarket Creek, Newport News over the last 12 months is $230,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Newly renovated ranch style home in Newmarket Village! Move in ready. Open concept floor plan with offset dining area, three bedrooms and one bathroom was single level floor living. Brand new flooring, paint, cabinets, countertops, light fixtures, and stainless steel appliances throughout. New hot water heater. Roof and HVAC recently replaced. Located close to Interstate, shopping, and
Carrie HamiltonAtlantic Sotheby's International Realty
The interior has been freshly painted, and the soft new carpet in the bedroom invites you to pause for a moment before exploring further.In the kitchen, the new flooring gleams under the light as you notice the spacious breakfast area—ideal for lingering over morning coffee or enjoying a casual dinner. The utility closet is tucked nearby, complete with space for a washer and dryer, and a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,648
Median Age
45
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,041
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,350
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.9%
College Graduates
9.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 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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