8 days on market
$485,000
515 Lula Carter Rd
Newport News, Virginia 23603
MLS# 10637690 · ALL OTHERS AREA 110 · Newport News VA
Updated 6 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,131/mo
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Price / sq ft
$205
2,363 sq ft
Days on market
8
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1988
38 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
2,363
Garage
Yes
About this home
Welcome to this beautiful home on 1.14 acres in Newport News! Enjoy the cathedral ceilings and a spacious light filled layout. the great kitchen is perfect for entertaining, and the room over the garage offers flexible space for a bonus room, office, or playroom. You'll love the privacy, space, and convenience to shopping, dining schools, and major routes in Hampton Roads. A perfect blend of comfort and room to sprea…
Listed by Erin Bailey · Garrett Realty Partners
VaHome Team property overview
515 Lula Carter Road is a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath single-family home in Newport News, Virginia, offering 2,363 square feet of living space built in 1988 — and it sits just three minutes from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 515 Lula Carter Road apart is the rare combination of generous square footage — 2,363 square feet across a well-proportioned floor plan — and an almost unbeatable proximity to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. Three minutes to the gate is genuinely hard to find. Add in a half-bath for guests, over three decades of established construction, and a location that also puts Joint Base Langley-Eustis within a nine-minute drive, and this address covers a lot of ground.
ALL OTHERS AREA 110 and the Newport News real estate market
515 Lula Carter Road sits in the northwestern corner of Newport News, Virginia, a city of roughly 180,000 that stretches from the James River up to York County along the Virginia Peninsula. This particular pocket of Newport News feels quieter and more spread out than the city's urban core — roads are wider, lots are generous, and the pace slows down in a way that's hard to find this close to two major military installations. The area has a semi-rural character that longtime residents tend to hold onto, with mature trees lining the roads and a sense of distance from the congestion further south. Newport News itself offers a full range of city amenities — waterfront parks, a well-regarded museum district, and easy access to Interstate 64 for commutes across the Peninsula or through the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. Here on Lula Carter Road, though, you get the quiet side of all that.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from 515 Lula Carter Road. A 7-Eleven sits just 0.7 miles away — useful for a quick coffee run or grabbing something on the way out the door — and a Burger King is 0.8 miles out when you want a fast, no-fuss meal. The immediate area is relatively low-density, so most shopping and dining requires a short drive, but the convenience of being minutes from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown means the base's own facilities are also well within reach. Interstate 64 access opens up the broader Hampton Roads region quickly from this location.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
For military families, 515 Lula Carter Road is about as well-positioned as a home can be. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is three minutes away, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis is nine. That kind of dual-base proximity is rare on the Peninsula. A VA loan can make financing straightforward, and 2,363 square feet gives a growing family genuine room to settle in between PCS cycles.
For families upgrading
If you're moving up from a smaller home, 515 Lula Carter Road offers the square footage to finally spread out. At 2,363 square feet with three bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and a 1988 build that's had decades to mature, there's real substance here. The quiet, semi-rural feel of this northwestern Newport News corridor is a meaningful upgrade from denser neighborhoods closer to the city center.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 515 Lula Carter Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
About three minutes by car — this address is one of the closest residential streets to that installation's main gate. For anyone assigned there, the daily commute is essentially negligible.
How far is 515 Lula Carter Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is approximately nine minutes away, making this home a practical option for personnel at either installation.
What is the flood risk at 515 Lula Carter Road?
Flood zone information for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any applicable insurance considerations.
Is there an HOA at 515 Lula Carter Road?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed with current public records or a licensed agent, as community governance can change over time.
What are the nearest grocery and convenience options to 515 Lula Carter Road?
A 7-Eleven is 0.7 miles away for quick convenience needs, and a Burger King is just 0.8 miles out. For full grocery shopping, you'll want to head a few miles south toward the more commercial corridors of Newport News.
Want to know more about 515 Lula Carter Road or explore similar homes near Naval Weapons Station Yorktown? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out today.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
2,363
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$485,000
Price / Sq Ft
$205
Annual Taxes
$5,672
Monthly Tax
$473
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.17%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 5, 2026 | $485,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $485,000 | — |
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About buying in Newport News
Homes for sale in Newport News, VA span from historic Hilton Village's English-Tudor cottages (23601) to brand-new construction in Port Warwick and City Center at Oyster Point (23606), to affordable family homes in Denbigh and Riverside (23608). As one of the longest cities in the U.S. — stretching over 30 miles along the James River — Newport News effectively contains three distinct real estate markets: the lower peninsula (23601-23607) closer to Hampton and Williamsburg, with established neighborhoods and pre-war homes; the middle peninsula (23608, 23606) with modern subdivisions and Oyster Point's office park; and the upper peninsula (23602, 23603) closer to Williamsburg and the Mariners' Museum. Newport News' biggest employer is Huntington Ingalls Industries / Newport News Shipbuilding — Virginia's largest industrial employer, building U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and submarines. Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis portion) is also in Newport News. Public schools include Menchville High, Heritage High, Denbigh High, and Warwick High, with Menchville historically among the top performers. Median home prices run $250K-$450K with select luxury inventory in Riverside and Port Warwick exceeding $700K. The Newport News MLS listings below refresh every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,131/moPrincipal & interest
$2,517
Property tax
$473
Home insurance
$141
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by Garrett Realty Partners · MLS# 10637690
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$485,000
515 Lula Carter RD, NEWPORTNEWS VA 23603
Newport News, Virginia 23603
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