283 Exeter Rd, Newport News, VA 23602

Why this home stands out

What sets 283 Exeter Road apart is the combination of single-story living, a mature lot, and a location that quietly checks every practical box. Ranch homes from this era tend to feature solid construction and generous room proportions that newer builds rarely match at the same square footage. Add in quick access to two military installations and a walkable neighborhood park, and this address earns its place among the more well-rounded Newport News homes for sale.

RUNNYMEDE and the Newport News real estate market

Exeter Road sits in a well-established residential pocket of Newport News — the kind of neighborhood where sidewalks see real foot traffic and neighbors actually know each other's names. The surrounding streets carry a calm, settled character that comes from decades of owner-occupied homes on mature, tree-lined lots. Newport News itself is one of Hampton Roads' most geographically diverse cities, stretching from the James River waterfront up through the Denbigh corridor where this home sits. The 23602 zip code covers the northern reaches of the city, generally considered one of the more accessible parts of the Peninsula for commuters heading to Fort Eustis, Yorktown, or even across the James River Bridge. City amenities — from the Ferguson Center for the Arts to the Virginia Living Museum — are well within reach, and the broader Peninsula gives you easy connections to Williamsburg, Hampton, and beyond.

What's nearby

Nicewood Park is just 0.4 miles from the front door, making it a genuine walk-to option for morning runs, weekend afternoons, or letting the dog stretch its legs. Beyond the park, the Denbigh area surrounding homes for sale in 23602 is well-stocked with everyday essentials — grocery stores, pharmacies, and a solid mix of local and national dining options sit within a short drive along Jefferson Avenue. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 18 minutes north, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 8 minutes south, keeping both installations within a realistic daily commute window.

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