Tuckers Creek Home for Rent

Just across the Monitor Merrimac Bridge Tunnel, Tuckers Creek is a growing southeastern Newport News neighborhood. New mixed-use facilities are popping up along Jefferson Avenue, and investors continue to renovate houses throughout the neighborhood. “I believe the updates not only improve quality of life but make the area more attractive to potential buyers and renters,” says Jessica Concepcion, an associate with Re/Max Peninsula who's lived in Newport News for more than 20 years. Plus, the neighborhood is located near Interstate 664, giving residents access to everything in Hampton Roads. Homes in Tuckers Creek sit on modest lots with small front lawns and backyards. Sidewalks and above-ground powerlines line roadsides, and a few trees shade properties. “There is so much opportunity in that neighborhood, especially for a first-time home buyer,” Concepcion says. “The rates are really affordable.” Some homes are investments, while others hit the market renovated. Houses needing some work go for roughly $50,000 to $160,000, while homes with modern interiors or new construction can cost about $180,000 to $380,000, depending on the size, age and condition. The neighborhood also has