Smithfield, VA Homes for Rent

Smithfield, VA, located across the James River from Newport News, is a former Colonial seaport known for its small-town charm. The town's largest employer is Smithfield Foods, Inc., with additional government jobs available in nearby Newport News Shipyard and Naval Station Norfolk. Housing options in Smithfield range from late-1800s Victorians and ranch-style homes to colonial revivals and modern traditional styles. Waterfront properties with private boat docks are also available. Students attend Isle of Wight County Schools, which have high ratings. Commuters can use the Hampton Roads Transit Park and Ride on Main Street or drive via Highway 258 and Highway 17 to reach Portsmouth and Newport News. Smithfield's historic downtown features restored storefronts with local eateries like Wharf Hill Brewing Company and Smithfield Ice Cream Parlor, as well as shops such as Hamtown Mercantile. Windsor Castle Park, the town's largest attraction, offers over 4 miles of trails, a fishing pier, kayak launch, and hosts popular festivals like the Wine & Brew Fest and Bacon, Bourbon & Music Fest. Other attractions include the Isle of Wight County Museum, Luter Family YMCA, Smithfield Little Theatre, and Cypress Creek Golfers’ Club. Overall crime rates in Smithfield are slightly below state and national averages. Flooding can be a concern for homes near waterways, with flood maps available for residents.