Why this home stands out
What sets 309 Mimosa Drive apart is the combination of mid-century scale and a location that's genuinely hard to beat. At 2,550 square feet, this 4-bedroom home gives you real room to spread out — and with Harris Teeter, Chick-fil-A, and Einstein's all within half a mile, daily errands practically handle themselves. The 1955 build year means solid bones and a lot size typical of the era, in a Newport News neighborhood that has only grown more connected over time.
RIVERSIDE and the Newport News real estate market
Mimosa Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Newport News that borders the Christopher Newport University campus — which means you get the unexpected bonus of manicured lawns, open green spaces, and a walkable, low-traffic feel without living in a college town in the typical sense. The Great Lawn and CNU Volleyball Court are literally a few blocks away, giving the area an almost park-like quality on ordinary afternoons. Newport News itself is one of the larger cities on the Virginia Peninsula, stretching from the James River to the York River and offering a genuine mix of history, waterfront access, and everyday infrastructure. The city is home to Huntington Park, the Virginia Living Museum, and a thriving arts scene, while still maintaining the kind of neighborhood character where people know their neighbors. For a city of its size, Newport News moves at a comfortable pace — and Mimosa Drive is right in the middle of one of its most livable corners.
What's nearby
Groceries are covered from two directions — Harris Teeter is 0.7 miles away and Food Lion is just 0.8 miles out, so you're never making a long trip for essentials. For food and coffee, the stretch near campus delivers: Regattas, Chick-fil-A, and Einstein's are all within 0.4 miles, and The Captain's Den is a short walk at 0.6 miles. If you want to stay active, CNU Freeman Center and CNU Trieshmann Health and Fitness Pavilion are 0.5 miles away, with Pure Barre rounding out the options at 0.6 miles. Ferguson Field is 0.6 miles for open-air recreation, and The Great Lawn is just 0.4 miles for a casual afternoon outside.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is 15 minutes away — close enough for an easy commute whether you're stationed at the Langley side or the Fort Eustis side. A VA loan can make a 4-bedroom, 2,550-square-foot home like this one very achievable, and the Newport News location keeps you well within a reasonable BAH range for the Hampton Roads area.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,550 square feet give a growing family genuine breathing room — enough for dedicated home office space, a guest room, or that playroom you've been planning. The neighborhood's low-traffic streets, proximity to open green spaces like The Great Lawn and Ferguson Field, and easy access to two grocery stores make the day-to-day logistics of family life noticeably smoother.
More buyer questions
How far is 309 Mimosa Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The Langley AFB side of Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately 15 minutes from 309 Mimosa Drive, and the Fort Eustis side is about 17 minutes — both via straightforward Peninsula routes with no tunnel required.
What is the neighborhood like around 309 Mimosa Drive?
The immediate area is a calm, established residential neighborhood that borders the Christopher Newport University campus, giving it a walkable, green feel with easy access to parks, dining, and fitness options all within half a mile.
Is 309 Mimosa Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 309 Mimosa Drive is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and risk level.
How much living space does 309 Mimosa Drive offer?
The home provides 2,550 square feet of living space across a 4-bedroom, 2-bath layout — a generous footprint for a mid-century single-family home in Newport News.
Are there walkable amenities near 309 Mimosa Drive?
Yes — within half a mile you'll find restaurants like Regattas and Chick-fil-A, coffee at Einstein's, fitness at the CNU Freeman Center, and open green space at The Great Lawn, making the location unusually walkable for a Newport News residential street.
Want to see 309 Mimosa Drive in person or get your questions answered? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Newport News neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk.
