26 days on market
$221,000
117 Jenness Ln
Newport News, Virginia 23602
MLS# 10631471 · ALL OTHERS AREA 110 · Newport News VA
Updated May 19, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,437/mo
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Price / sq ft
$183
1,207 sq ft
Days on market
26
HOA
None
Year built
1961
65 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,207
Garage
No
About this home
Welcome home to this charming property in the heart of Newport News! Featuring a spacious layout with great natural light, this home offers plenty of potential to make it your own. The generous yard provides room for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or relaxing evenings. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major interstates, this property combines comfort, value, and opportunity. Don't miss your chance to…
Listed by Susan Jenkins · Better Homes & Gdns Ntv Am Grp
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 117 Jenness Lane — a 3-bedroom, 1-bath, 1,207-square-foot home on a 0.18-acre lot in Newport News, Virginia, built in 1961. Eight minutes from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, with a walkable cluster of groceries, restaurants, and gyms right outside your door.
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Why this home stands out
What makes 117 Jenness Lane stand out is the combination of a compact, manageable footprint and a genuinely walkable immediate surroundings — something rare in this part of Newport News. Within a third of a mile you have multiple international grocery options, sit-down dining, and serious training gyms. Add an 8-minute drive to Fort Eustis and you have a location that simply does a lot of work for you every single day.
ALL OTHERS AREA 110 and the Newport News real estate market
117 Jenness Lane sits in the ALL OTHERS AREA 110 section of Newport News — a mature, mid-century corridor that developed steadily through the late 1950s and 1960s. The streets here have a settled, established feel: modest lots, older tree canopy, and a mix of long-time residents and newer households drawn by the area's practicality. The neighborhood runs along the warwick boulevard newport news va corridor, which gives residents quick access to the full length of the city without needing the interstate. Newport News itself is one of Hampton Roads' most self-contained cities — home to a major shipyard workforce, two military installations, and a surprisingly diverse food and retail scene that reflects decades of international community-building. Daily life here tends to be straightforward: short commutes, affordable everyday costs, and a city that keeps investing in its parks, waterfront, and public spaces. The 0.18-acre lot gives you real outdoor space without an overwhelming maintenance burden.
What's nearby
The block around Jenness Lane punches well above its weight for walkable errands. El Viejo Jalisco doubles as both a grocery and a full restaurant at 0.3 miles, and it shares that stretch with Oriental Market and Halal Food Mart & International Market — three distinct grocery options within a short walk. NuVibez Restaurant Bar & Lounge and Tienda Restaurant round out the dining within the same radius. When you want coffee, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is 0.6 miles out, with Starbucks Coffee Company and Panera Bread both at 0.7 miles. Fitness is equally well covered: American Iron Barbell Club Newport News, Peninsula Boxing Academy, and Modern American Mixed Martial Arts are all under half a mile. Chatham Trail at 0.5 miles gives you a green corridor for walking or running.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is an 8-minute drive from 117 Jenness Lane, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 15 minutes out — making this address workable for service members at either installation. VA loan eligibility can stretch your purchasing power here, and BAH rates in this zip code are worth running the numbers on before you decide.
For first-time buyers
A 1961-built, 3-bedroom home on a real lot in Newport News — this is the kind of address where a first purchase starts to make long-term sense. The square footage is manageable, the lot gives you room to grow into, and the walkable grocery and dining options nearby mean you're not car-dependent for every errand. It's a grounded, practical starting point.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 117 Jenness Lane from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?
The drive is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base options in this part of Newport News. Service members assigned to Fort Eustis will find the commute genuinely short by Hampton Roads standards.
How far is 117 Jenness Lane from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 15 minutes away, heading northwest on Route 17. It's a straightforward commute with no major interchange congestion for most of the route.
What is the flood zone status for 117 Jenness Lane?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any applicable insurance considerations.
What year was 117 Jenness Lane built, and what should buyers know about a 1961 home?
The home was built in 1961, placing it in the mid-century residential wave that shaped much of this Newport News corridor. Buyers should plan for a standard pre-purchase inspection with attention to electrical panels, plumbing materials, and insulation typical of that era.
Are there parks or trails walkable from 117 Jenness Lane?
Chatham Trail is about 0.5 miles away and offers a green, walkable route that's well-suited for daily walks or runs. It's one of the more accessible outdoor amenities in this part of the city.
Ready to take a closer look at 117 Jenness Lane? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Newport News corridor well — reach out and let's get you inside.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,207
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$221,000
Price / Sq Ft
$183
Annual Taxes
$2,709
Monthly Tax
$226
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.23%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 24, 2026 | $221,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $221,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Newport News via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$217,100
Land
$62,500
Improvement
$154,600
Parcel ID: 119000349 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Newport News
Homes for sale in Newport News, VA span from historic Hilton Village's English-Tudor cottages (23601) to brand-new construction in Port Warwick and City Center at Oyster Point (23606), to affordable family homes in Denbigh and Riverside (23608). As one of the longest cities in the U.S. — stretching over 30 miles along the James River — Newport News effectively contains three distinct real estate markets: the lower peninsula (23601-23607) closer to Hampton and Williamsburg, with established neighborhoods and pre-war homes; the middle peninsula (23608, 23606) with modern subdivisions and Oyster Point's office park; and the upper peninsula (23602, 23603) closer to Williamsburg and the Mariners' Museum. Newport News' biggest employer is Huntington Ingalls Industries / Newport News Shipbuilding — Virginia's largest industrial employer, building U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and submarines. Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis portion) is also in Newport News. Public schools include Menchville High, Heritage High, Denbigh High, and Warwick High, with Menchville historically among the top performers. Median home prices run $250K-$450K with select luxury inventory in Riverside and Port Warwick exceeding $700K. The Newport News MLS listings below refresh every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,437/moPrincipal & interest
$1,147
Property tax
$226
Home insurance
$64
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by Better Homes & Gdns Ntv Am Grp · MLS# 10631471
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$221,000
117 Jenness LN, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23602
Newport News, Virginia 23602
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