Why this home stands out
What sets 142 Converse CT apart is its unbeatable position for anyone connected to the military corridor stretching from Fort Eustis to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. Tucked into the established Stoney Run community, this 1986-built home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac court, giving you the kind of low-traffic street that's genuinely hard to find this close to two major installations. At 1,273 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths, the layout is efficient without feeling cramped.
STONEY RUN and the Newport News real estate market
Stoney Run is one of those Newport News neighborhoods that quietly delivers on the basics — mature trees lining the streets, a settled residential feel, and a location that keeps commutes short without sacrificing everyday convenience. The community developed primarily through the 1980s, so the homes here have real character: established lots, grown-in landscaping, and streets that feel lived-in rather than freshly stamped out of a master plan. If you've been searching through houses for sale newport news va and wondering where the sweet spot between affordability and accessibility is, Stoney Run tends to come up fast. Newport News itself is a city of real substance — home to one of the largest shipyards in the country, a growing arts and dining scene downtown, and a network of parks and waterfront access that outdoor enthusiasts appreciate. The Denbigh area of the city, where Stoney Run sits, is particularly well-connected, with major routes like Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard making it easy to move around the Peninsula without the frustration of a single-access neighborhood.
What's nearby
Daily life at 142 Converse CT is genuinely low-effort. Within 0.7 to 0.9 miles you'll find a solid mix of options: Far Eastern Food Store and Kabul Supermarket (Halal) cover specialty grocery needs, while Dollar General handles quick household runs. Vancostas Restaurant and Shibam Yemeni Kitchens give you real sit-down variety without driving far. For a morning coffee or a late-night snack run, both a 7-Eleven and a Wawa are under a mile away, with a McDonald's not far behind. Denbigh Park, just 0.8 miles out, is the go-to for weekend walks, open green space, and getting outside without planning around it.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) and fifteen minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown — 142 Converse CT puts you in one of the tightest base-proximity positions on the Peninsula. Whether you're working with a VA loan or factoring BAH into your housing decision, this location keeps your commute short and your options flexible across two major installations.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring newport news houses for sale for the first time, 142 Converse CT offers a manageable entry point: three bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,273 square feet in an established neighborhood where the infrastructure — parks, grocery, dining — is already in place. You're not building a life from scratch here; the neighborhood has been doing its job for nearly four decades.
More buyer questions
How far is 142 Converse CT from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?
The drive is approximately 5 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential options to Fort Eustis on the Peninsula. That proximity is a consistent draw for active-duty personnel and Department of Defense civilians alike.
How far is 142 Converse CT from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 15 minutes away, making 142 Converse CT a practical choice for personnel assigned there as well — especially given that it sits between both installations.
What is the Stoney Run neighborhood like?
Stoney Run is an established residential community in the Denbigh section of Newport News, developed largely in the 1980s. It has a quiet, settled character with mature landscaping, low-traffic streets, and easy access to Jefferson Avenue and surrounding amenities.
Is 142 Converse CT in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA map data specific to this parcel.
Are there parks near 142 Converse CT?
Denbigh Park is just 0.8 miles away and offers open green space well-suited for walking, recreation, and outdoor time. Newport News also maintains a broader network of parks and waterfront areas accessible within a short drive.
Want to know more about 142 Converse CT or the Stoney Run neighborhood? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out and let's talk.