Why this home stands out
What sets 147 Canterbury Run apart is the combination of a practical four-bedroom floor plan, a half-bath on the main level, and a location that genuinely delivers on convenience. You're seven minutes from the gates of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, a handful of restaurants are under half a mile away, and three separate gyms are within a mile. For a 1994-built home in this zip code, that kind of proximity to both the base and daily life is hard to replicate.
WILLOWOOD and the Newport News real estate market
Canterbury Run sits in the 23602 zip code of Newport News — a part of the city that balances suburban calm with genuine accessibility. The streets here are established, the lots are mature, and the neighbors tend to put down roots. Newport News itself stretches from the James River to the York River corridor, and this address lands you in the northern end of the city, where the pace is a little quieter but the connections run everywhere. If you've been searching for a home for sale newport news va that keeps you close to Fort Eustis without dropping you in the middle of base-gate traffic, this corridor delivers. Nicewood Park is under a mile away for weekend walks or afternoon play, and the broader Newport News park system adds even more green space nearby. City services, major retail corridors, and interstate access are all within a reasonable drive, making this a genuinely functional address for families and working households alike.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from 147 Canterbury Run. Far Eastern Food Store is 0.6 miles away for specialty grocery runs, and a BP station is at the same distance for quick stops. Hungry? La Peña Horeb Spanish Restaurant, Great Wall Restaurant, and Dino's Pizza Shop are all within half a mile. For fitness, you have real options: American Iron Barbell Club, Modern American Mixed Martial Arts, and Peninsula Boxing Academy are all under a mile. Nicewood Park rounds out the neighborhood at 0.8 miles, giving you a green escape without a long drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis makes 147 Canterbury Run a natural fit for active-duty households. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is only 16 minutes away, so dual-military couples have real flexibility. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and BAH rates in the Newport News area have historically aligned well with homes in this size range.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 1,914 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out — a dedicated bedroom for each child, space for a home office, and a half-bath on the main level that keeps morning routines from turning into a bottleneck. Nicewood Park is under a mile away, and three gyms within the same radius mean active families won't have to drive far to stay busy.
More buyer questions
How far is 147 Canterbury Run from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive to the gates of Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes this address one of the closer residential options to the base in the 23602 zip code.
How far is 147 Canterbury Run from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 16 minutes away by car. For dual-military households or contractors working across both installations, the commute from this address is manageable in either direction.
What is the flood risk at 147 Canterbury Run?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing that section and consulting FEMA's flood map service for the most current designation.
Is there a homeowners association at 147 Canterbury Run?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed during the due-diligence period, as community governance can change over time. Your agent can pull the current recorded documents to clarify any covenants or dues.
What grocery and dining options are closest to 147 Canterbury Run?
Far Eastern Food Store and a BP station are both 0.6 miles away for quick grocery and convenience needs. For dining, La Peña Horeb Spanish Restaurant, Great Wall Restaurant, and Dino's Pizza Shop are all within half a mile.
Ready to walk through 147 Canterbury Run in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Newport News corridor well — reach out and let's set up a tour.
