Why this home stands out
What sets 5 Valentine Court apart is the combination of scale and setting that's genuinely hard to find in this part of Newport News. Nearly 3,900 square feet of living space on a nearly half-acre cul-de-sac lot gives you room to breathe indoors and out. James Landing is an established, low-traffic neighborhood where lots of this size are the norm rather than the exception — and that kind of elbow room only gets rarer over time.
JAMES LANDING and the Newport News real estate market
James Landing sits in the upper reaches of Newport News, a mature residential pocket where tree-lined streets curve through well-kept properties and the pace of daily life feels deliberately unhurried. Homes here were mostly built in the 1970s and 1980s, giving the neighborhood a settled, established character you don't get in newer subdivisions. Lots tend to run large, streets stay quiet, and neighbors tend to stay put — all signs of a community that works. If you've been browsing houses for sale newport news and wondering where the spacious, classic neighborhoods are, James Landing is a strong answer. Newport News itself is one of Hampton Roads' most geographically diverse cities, stretching from the shipyards at the tip of the Peninsula all the way north to the Warwick County line. That breadth means you're never far from major employment corridors, waterfront parks, or the interstate connections that tie the whole region together. The 23606 zip code in particular sits in a sweet spot — close to everything without feeling like you're in the middle of it.
What's nearby
Step outside and Blount Point Cemetery, a historic green space, is just 0.2 miles away — a quiet spot for a morning walk that's practically in your backyard. Beyond that immediate neighbor, the broader James Landing area puts you within a short drive of the retail and dining corridors along Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard. Grocery runs, coffee stops, and pharmacy errands are all handled quickly from this address. The wider Newport News waterfront, including the James River shoreline, is accessible within minutes, giving everyday life here a geographic richness that purely inland addresses simply can't match.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Fort Eustis is about 15 minutes away and Langley AFB roughly 18 — both well within the commute range most military families aim for. A VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than you might expect, and BAH rates for the Hampton Roads area are among the stronger allowances in the mid-Atlantic region. Four bedrooms and over 3,800 square feet gives every family member genuine space.
For families upgrading
If your current house for sale newport news search is driven by the need for more room, 5 Valentine Court answers that call directly. Four bedrooms, 3.1 baths, and nearly 3,900 square feet means dedicated space for a home office, a playroom, or a proper guest suite — without anyone feeling crowded. The nearly half-acre lot adds the outdoor square footage that growing families tend to need just as much as interior space.
More buyer questions
How far is 5 Valentine Court from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?
The drive from 5 Valentine Court to Fort Eustis runs approximately 15 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it a practical daily commute for service members stationed there.
How far is 5 Valentine Court from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB)?
Langley AFB is roughly 18 minutes from this address, a straightforward drive north through Newport News with minimal highway complexity.
What is the lot size at 5 Valentine Court?
The lot measures approximately 0.48 acres — nearly half an acre — which is notably generous for an in-city Newport News address and provides meaningful outdoor space front and back.
Is 5 Valentine Court in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What neighborhood is 5 Valentine Court in, and what is it like?
The home sits in James Landing, an established Newport News neighborhood characterized by large lots, mature trees, and a quiet cul-de-sac street pattern — a settled community that has held its character well since the homes were built in the late 1970s.
Ready to get a closer look at 5 Valentine Court? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know James Landing well — reach out and they'll walk you through everything this address has to offer.
