Why this home stands out
Homes from this era carry details that newer construction simply doesn't replicate — think solid bones, thicker walls, and proportions built to last. At 1,260 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths, 1238 17th Street sits in that practical sweet spot: enough room to live comfortably without the overhead of a sprawling floor plan. The 1940 build year places it in a generation of housing that has already proven its durability across eight decades.
STUART GARDENS and the Newport News real estate market
Newport News stretches along the western shore of the Hampton Roads waterway, and the 23607 zip code puts you in the southern end of the city — a working, established part of town where streets are lined with mid-century homes and neighbors tend to stay put. This corner of Newport News has a grounded, unpretentious character: no flash, just functional urban living with a genuine sense of place. The city itself is one of the larger in Virginia, home to one of the world's premier shipbuilding yards and a significant military presence that shapes the local economy and community culture. Everyday infrastructure is solid here — groceries, pharmacies, hardware stores, and transit connections are all reachable without a long drive. For a buyer who wants proximity to Hampton Roads' military installations without paying waterfront premiums, this section of Newport News consistently delivers on location.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from 17th Street. The surrounding blocks connect quickly to Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard, two of Newport News' main commercial corridors, where you'll find grocery options, pharmacies, and fast-casual dining within a short drive. Huntington Park, a well-regarded city park along the James River, is only a few miles south and offers boat ramps, picnic areas, and waterfront walking. Newport News Park — one of the largest municipal parks on the East Coast — is accessible to the north. NSA Hampton Roads is roughly nine minutes away, and NSA Northwest Annex is about ten, making the commute genuinely easy on workday mornings.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to NSA Hampton Roads and ten to NSA Northwest Annex — that's a commute that leaves real time in your day. For military families weighing a VA loan purchase in the Hampton Roads area, 1238 17th Street checks the location box without compromise. Three bedrooms handle a family comfortably, and the 1940 construction means you're buying into a home that has already outlasted multiple PCS cycles.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a 1,260-square-foot, three-bedroom home is a manageable starting point — enough space to grow into without the complexity of a large property. The 1940 build gives you character that newer entry-level construction rarely offers, and the southern Newport News location keeps you connected to jobs, services, and both nearby military installations without stretching your commute.
More buyer questions
How far is 1238 17th Street from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is approximately nine minutes by car from 1238 17th Street, making it one of the more conveniently located addresses in Newport News for personnel assigned there.
What is the square footage and layout of 1238 17th Street?
The home offers 1,260 square feet of living space configured as three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, a layout that works well for small families, couples, or anyone who wants a dedicated guest or home-office room.
How old is the home at 1238 17th Street?
The home was built in 1940, placing it in the mid-century residential stock that defines much of southern Newport News — a construction era known for sturdy framing and proportional room sizes.
Is 1238 17th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What grocery and pharmacy options are near 17th Street in Newport News?
Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard — both accessible within a short drive — host a range of grocery stores, pharmacies, and daily-needs retailers that serve this part of Newport News reliably.
Curious whether 1238 17th Street fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Newport News well — reach out and let's talk through it.
