Why this home stands out
What sets 702 Sedgefield Drive apart is its combination of mid-century bones and genuine proximity to the Peninsula's major employment and military corridors. Built in 1950, the home carries the solid construction character of its era on a real lot — not a postage-stamp parcel — while sitting within easy reach of dining, parks, and fitness options that newer, denser developments often lack at this scale.
ALL OTHERS AREA 107 and the Newport News real estate market
702 Sedgefield Drive sits in the ALL OTHERS AREA 107 section of Newport News, a part of the city that feels lived-in and unpretentious. The surrounding blocks are a mix of mid-century single-family homes on modest lots, giving the area a grounded, neighborhood-first character rather than the manicured sameness of newer subdivisions. Newport News itself stretches from the James River to the York River, and this address lands you squarely in the middle of the Peninsula — close to everything without the congestion of the waterfront corridors. If you've been doing a warwick boulevard newport news va search, you'll recognize this pocket immediately: it's the kind of area where neighbors know each other and commutes stay short. Newport News carries a working city energy — shipyards, military installations, and a growing arts and dining scene all coexist here. The city is part of Hampton Roads, one of the largest metro areas on the East Coast, which means access to a broad job market, multiple military branches, and a coastline that's genuinely hard to beat.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Sedgefield Drive. Dollar General and KultJah Tower LLC are both within 0.2 miles for quick supply runs, and 811 Smoke Shop & Convenience is just 0.3 miles out. When you're ready to eat, Sunrise Pizzeria Family Restaurant, Captain D's, and Waffle House are all within a few blocks. For coffee, Cups and Claws Cat Cafe and Lounge offers something a little different about a half-mile away, with 7-Eleven and Health Trail Natural Foods rounding out the options nearby. Better Health Fitness LLC and Flow and Grow Fitness are both under a mile for workouts. Municipal Lane Park and Ivy Farms Park give you green space within easy walking or biking distance.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is just 12 minutes from 702 Sedgefield Drive, and NSA Hampton Roads is reachable in about 19. For active-duty families weighing a VA loan purchase on the Peninsula, this address keeps the commute short and the BAH math straightforward. The 3-bedroom layout works well for a small family, and the lot gives kids actual outdoor space.
For first-time buyers
If you're starting a newport news property search and want a detached single-family home with a real yard at a manageable size, 702 Sedgefield Drive checks those boxes. Three bedrooms, 1,183 square feet, and a 0.17-acre lot give you room to grow without overwhelming maintenance. The 1950 construction means character and durability — not the thin walls of a newer build.
More buyer questions
How far is 702 Sedgefield Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 702 Sedgefield Drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis typically runs about 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes it one of the closer residential options on the Peninsula for Langley-assigned personnel.
How far is 702 Sedgefield Drive from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is approximately 19 minutes from this address by car. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the Peninsula's heavier congestion points.
What is the lot size and property type at 702 Sedgefield Drive?
702 Sedgefield Drive is a detached single-family home sitting on a 0.17-acre lot — a standard residential parcel that provides genuine yard space front and back without the upkeep demands of a larger acreage property.
Is 702 Sedgefield Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as flood designations can affect insurance requirements.
Are there parks near 702 Sedgefield Drive?
Yes — Municipal Lane Park is about 0.7 miles away and Ivy Farms Park is roughly 0.8 miles out, both reachable on foot or by bike from the property.
Want to know more about 702 Sedgefield Drive or explore similar homes in Newport News? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it — reach out today.
