Poquoson City Center Home for Rent

Poquoson City Center is a private coastal peninsula neighborhood with a population of around 12,000. Known for its waterfront living, the area features Cape Cod homes with wooded backyards and porches, as well as elevated colonials to mitigate flooding risks. The neighborhood is close to Newport News, where major employers like Sentara CarePlex Hospital and Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport are located. Poquoson Elementary School and Poquoson Middle School are highly rated, providing quality education for local children. South Lawson Park offers outdoor activities with soccer fields, a 1.5-mile loop for running or walking, a playground, and a picnic area. Residents can enjoy local dining at Sheffield’s Grocery, 185 diner, Poquoson Diner, and Surf’s Up restaurant, known for its fresh seafood and soft-shell crabs. The annual seafood festival in October adds to the community's charm. For weekend activities, the NASA Langley Research Center and museums in nearby Newport News are popular attractions. Busch Gardens Williamsburg offers 53 rides and attractions for family fun. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and public transportation is available through Hampton Roads Transit. Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is conveniently located 12 miles away.