Why this home stands out
Built in 1950, 707 Waterview Road carries the kind of bones and character that newer construction simply can't replicate, while its footprint — four bedrooms, three full baths, a half bath, and 2,779 square feet — gives you genuine room to spread out. The Yorktown address puts you in one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered communities, close to two military installations and the waterways that define life on the Virginia Peninsula.
ALL OTHERS AREA 113 and the Yorktown real estate market
Yorktown sits at the eastern tip of the Virginia Peninsula, where the York River meets the Chesapeake Bay and American history is quite literally underfoot. The town is compact but layered — colonial-era streets, Revolutionary War battlefields, and a working waterfront all coexist with everyday neighborhoods where families have put down roots for generations. Waterview Road lives up to its name: the corridor runs through a quiet, established residential pocket where mature trees and generous lots give the area a settled, unhurried feel. York County governs the jurisdiction, which consistently draws residents who want proximity to Hampton Roads' military and maritime economy without the density of Virginia Beach or Norfolk. The primary keyword for this area — Yorktown Virginia real estate — reflects genuine demand from buyers who value history, water access, and a slower pace without sacrificing convenience. Weekend farmers markets, the Coleman Bridge crossing into Gloucester, and the sandy stretch at Yorktown Beach are all part of the everyday rhythm here.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from Waterview Road. The Grafton area along Route 17 puts grocery stores, pharmacies, and big-box retailers within a ten-minute drive. For coffee, local favorites and national chains cluster near the George Washington Memorial Highway corridor. Riverwalk Landing in historic Yorktown village — about five minutes away — offers waterfront dining, seasonal festivals, and a pier that draws both locals and visitors. Mariners' Museum Park in Newport News is a short drive west, and the Colonial Parkway connects you to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown without a single stoplight. Outdoor recreation is easy too, with the York River State Park and the Noland Trail both reachable in under twenty minutes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is eleven minutes from the front door — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in Hampton Roads. Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is sixteen minutes in the other direction, so dual-military households or those who rotate between installations have real flexibility here. A VA loan can make this four-bedroom footprint even more accessible, and York County's relatively lower cost of living stretches your BAH further than most Peninsula zip codes.
For buyers drawn to character
A 1950 build means real plaster walls, solid hardwood floors, and proportions that feel deliberate rather than algorithmic. At 2,779 square feet across four bedrooms and three and a half baths, there's enough space to update thoughtfully over time without gutting the soul of the place. If you're drawn to homes that have a story — and a street named Waterview Road in Yorktown, Virginia is a pretty good start to one — this address deserves a close look.
More buyer questions
How far is 707 Waterview Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
The drive is approximately eleven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the most convenient Peninsula addresses for NWS Yorktown personnel. The route stays mostly on local roads with no major highway bottlenecks.
How far is 707 Waterview Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
Fort Eustis is roughly sixteen minutes southwest via Route 17 and I-64, a manageable commute that keeps both major Peninsula installations within easy reach.
What is the flood risk situation for this address?
Flood zone designation for 707 Waterview Road is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section for the current FEMA map classification and any flood insurance considerations.
Is there an HOA at 707 Waterview Road?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents; the listing details above will reflect whether a homeowners association applies.
What are the lot and structural highlights of a 1950-built home at this size?
Homes from this era in York County typically feature solid construction, larger lot footprints than post-2000 subdivisions, and architectural details — rooflines, room proportions, built-ins — that reflect mid-century residential craftsmanship. At 2,779 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half baths, the layout offers flexibility that many buyers in this size range find hard to match in newer builds.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this stretch of the Peninsula well. Reach out to talk through what 707 Waterview Road could look like for your family.
