Why this home stands out
What sets 219 Goode Drive apart is its position inside Sherwood Park — a quietly established mid-century neighborhood where the streets are calm, the lots are generous, and the commute to Fort Eustis is genuinely short at about eight minutes. The 1,288-square-foot footprint is efficient without feeling cramped, and the 1969 build era means solid construction with room to personalize over time.
SHERWOOD PARK and the Newport News real estate market
Sherwood Park sits in the heart of Newport News, Virginia — a mid-sized city that stretches along the western shore of the James River and anchors the upper Peninsula. The neighborhood took shape in the late 1960s and carries that era's hallmarks: modest ranch-style and split-level homes, mature tree canopies, and a low-key residential rhythm that's hard to find in newer developments. Warwick Boulevard Newport News VA runs nearby as the area's main commercial spine, connecting Sherwood Park to shopping centers, medical offices, and dining without requiring a highway on-ramp. Newport News itself is a city of real variety — waterfront parks, a world-class art museum, a thriving shipbuilding economy, and a military presence that shapes the culture in practical, positive ways. Sherwood Park residents tend to stay a while, and the neighborhood's long-established character reflects that stability.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from Goode Drive. Nicewood Park is just 0.3 miles away — a quick walk for a morning stroll or an afternoon with kids. Within 0.6 miles you'll find three distinct grocery options: Batool Grocery & Fresh Deli, Uncle's Farm Korean Mart, and Oriental Market, giving the block an unusually diverse pantry. Hungry for something quick? TACOS MÉXICO Restaurant and Taqueria, Americas Greatest Wings Gyro & Pizza, and Crave Wings are all within the same short radius. For fitness, American Iron Barbell Club Newport News, Peninsula Boxing Academy, and Modern American Mixed Martial Arts are all under a mile away — a rare concentration of training options for one neighborhood.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is roughly eight minutes from the front door, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about sixteen. That kind of commute math matters when PCS orders arrive and you're weighing your options. A VA loan can make a home like this accessible with zero down, and BAH rates in Newport News are structured to support purchases at this price point and size.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, a functional layout, and a neighborhood that's been around long enough to have real character — 219 Goode Drive checks the boxes that matter most when you're buying your first home. Sherwood Park is the kind of place where you can get comfortable, build equity, and take your time deciding what improvements reflect your style. If you're doing a Newport News property search for a low-drama entry point, this address deserves a close look.
More buyer questions
How far is 219 Goode Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 219 Goode Drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) takes approximately eight minutes under normal traffic conditions. That's a genuinely short commute by Peninsula standards.
How far is 219 Goode Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about sixteen minutes from this address, making it a reasonable daily commute for personnel stationed there.
What is the Sherwood Park neighborhood like in Newport News?
Sherwood Park is a well-established residential neighborhood built primarily in the late 1960s, characterized by mature trees, modest single-family homes, and a quiet, stable community feel close to Warwick Boulevard's amenities.
Is 219 Goode Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation and any applicable insurance requirements.
Are there parks or green spaces near 219 Goode Drive?
Nicewood Park is just 0.3 miles from the front door, making it one of the closest neighborhood parks in the area and an easy walk for outdoor time.
Ready to see 219 Goode Drive in person? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know Sherwood Park well and can walk you through every detail.
