Why this home stands out
What sets 331 47th Street apart is its proximity to both NSA Hampton Roads and NSA Northwest Annex — each just 13 minutes away — making commute math genuinely easy for service members. Add walkable food options steps from the front door, two grocery stores under a mile out, and multiple parks within a half-mile, and you have a compact, connected home that punches above its square footage in everyday convenience.
ALL OTHERS AREA 106 and the Newport News real estate market
The 47th Street corridor in Newport News sits in the southern end of the city, a working, unpretentious part of town where neighbors know each other and daily errands rarely require a long drive. The surrounding blocks have a tight-knit feel — small yards, modest setbacks, and a mix of longtime residents and newer arrivals drawn by the area's affordability and access. Newport News itself is one of Hampton Roads' most dynamic cities: home to one of the largest shipyards in the world, a growing arts and dining scene downtown, and easy highway connections to the rest of the region. Whether you're heading north toward Williamsburg or crossing the water toward Norfolk, you're well-positioned here. The city's waterfront, museums, and parks are all within a reasonable drive, and the everyday infrastructure — groceries, quick bites, green space — is already right outside your door at 331 47th Street.
What's nearby
Food is almost immediate here. La Patrona Food Truck and Ernest Place are both within 0.1 miles, and Colony Restaurant is just 0.2 miles away — three distinct options before you've even left the block. Tieda Hispana and Piggly Wiggly handle grocery runs at 0.7 and 0.9 miles respectively. Coffee is covered by a Dunkin' and two 7-Eleven locations, all within 0.6 miles. For fitness, Huntington Hall MWR Liberty Center & Gym and Julius Conn Gym are both 0.8 miles out, with the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School Athletic Facility just beyond at 0.9 miles. Green space is close too — 47th Street & Warwick Minipark is 0.3 miles away, and Apprentice School Park and Superblock round out the options under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Hampton Roads and NSA Northwest Annex are both 13 minutes from 331 47th Street — a rare double-base commute win that makes duty-station changes less disruptive. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the proximity to the Huntington Hall MWR Liberty Center & Gym means on-base amenities are nearly as close as off-base ones. This address is built for the military lifestyle.
For first-time buyers
At 1,272 square feet with three bedrooms and 1.5 baths, 331 47th Street is a manageable, right-sized first home in Newport News — enough space to grow into without the overhead of a sprawling property. The walkable food scene, nearby parks, and quick base access mean you're not sacrificing convenience to get into the market. A VA loan could make the path to ownership here even more accessible.
More buyer questions
How far is 331 47th Street from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is approximately 13 minutes from 331 47th Street under typical traffic conditions. NSA Northwest Annex is also about 13 minutes away, making this address a strong fit for personnel assigned to either installation.
What grocery stores are near 331 47th Street?
Tieda Hispana is 0.7 miles away and Piggly Wiggly is 0.9 miles out — both well within a short drive or bike ride from the home.
Are there parks within walking distance of 331 47th Street?
Yes — 47th Street & Warwick Minipark is just 0.3 miles away, and Apprentice School Park and Superblock are both under a mile, giving you multiple green-space options close to home.
Is 331 47th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Does 331 47th Street have a garage?
Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a walkthrough — the FloorPlan and Features tiles on this page will reflect the most up-to-date structural information.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Newport News inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a look at 331 47th Street.
