Why this home stands out
What sets 174 Alpine Street apart is its position on the edge of Port Warwick — one of Newport News's most walkable mixed-use districts — while still delivering a traditional single-family footprint with a generous quarter-acre lot. You get the energy of restaurants, yoga studios, and a pavilion park steps from your door, paired with the breathing room of a detached home in an established 1970s neighborhood.
GLENDALE and the Newport News real estate market
Glendale sits in the heart of Newport News, Virginia, a city that consistently draws attention from buyers searching newport news va houses for sale who want suburban comfort without sacrificing convenience. The neighborhood itself is a well-established residential pocket of tree-lined streets and mid-century homes that have aged gracefully into a mature, lived-in character. What makes Glendale particularly appealing is its adjacency to Port Warwick, the planned mixed-use development that brought boutique dining, arts, and walkable green space to this part of the Peninsula. Newport News as a whole offers a compelling mix: waterfront parks along the James River, a world-class shipbuilding heritage, and a central Peninsula location that keeps you connected to Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Williamsburg, and Hampton without a grueling commute. The city's infrastructure is solid, the neighborhoods are diverse in character, and the access to Joint Base Langley-Eustis makes it a natural landing spot for military families and civilians alike.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from 174 Alpine Street. Groceries are covered multiple ways — Lidl is 0.7 miles out, and La Suprema Latin Store and Anand Bazaar both sit within 0.8 miles for specialty and international staples. For a night out without getting in the car, Brickhouse Tavern, Aux Delices Crêperie Patisserie, and Thaijindesu Thai and Sushi Bar are all within 0.2 miles. Morning coffee is just as close — Busy Nothings Coffee Company is 0.2 miles away, with Tropical Smoothie Cafe another block out. Fitness options include Zenya Yoga Studio, THE BOX Cross Training Studio, and Pointe Wellness Center, all under half a mile. Port Warwick Styron Square Pavilion and Park is 0.3 miles away for weekend strolls, and Peninsula Memorial Park is under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis — both the Fort Eustis and Langley AFB sides — is about 14 minutes from 174 Alpine Street, making this address a practical choice for active-duty households. BAH rates in Newport News are competitive, and a VA loan can make a home like this one on a solid quarter-acre lot a straightforward path to building equity on the Peninsula.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes with a sense of place rather than a freshly stamped subdivision, Glendale delivers. The 1975 construction means real lot sizes, mature trees, and a neighborhood that has developed its own identity over decades. Pair that with walkable access to Port Warwick's independent restaurants and boutique shops, and you get something increasingly rare among newport news houses for sale.
More buyer questions
How far is 174 Alpine Street from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
Both the Fort Eustis and Langley AFB gates are approximately 14 minutes from 174 Alpine Street under normal traffic conditions, making this address one of the more convenient Peninsula options for service members stationed at either installation.
What neighborhood is 174 Alpine Street in?
The home is located in Glendale, an established residential neighborhood in Newport News, Virginia, situated near the Port Warwick mixed-use district in the 23606 zip code.
Is 174 Alpine Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
How walkable is the area around 174 Alpine Street?
Very walkable for a single-family neighborhood — Port Warwick's restaurants, coffee shops, yoga studios, and a pavilion park are all within 0.3 miles, and grocery options are under a mile in multiple directions.
What is the lot size and square footage at 174 Alpine Street?
The home offers 2,024 square feet of living space on a 0.23-acre lot, giving you a meaningful yard in an otherwise walkable, amenity-rich location.
Want to see how 174 Alpine Street fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Newport News well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
