Why this home stands out
What sets 82 Lakeside Drive apart is the combination of a mature mid-century footprint — real square footage, a proper lot, and a half-bath that keeps daily routines running smoothly — paired with a location that puts you within half a mile of parks, coffee, and dining without sacrificing the breathing room of a 0.23-acre yard. Four bedrooms gives you genuine flexibility whether you need a home office, a guest room, or both.
RIVERSIDE and the Newport News real estate market
82 Lakeside Drive sits in Newport News, Virginia, in the area locally catalogued as ALL OTHERS AREA 108 — a quiet, established pocket of the city that grew up in the postwar decades and has aged gracefully. The streets here are lined with mature trees, and the lots run generously compared to newer subdivisions. It's the kind of neighborhood where neighbors recognize each other and sidewalks actually get used. Newport News itself stretches from the James River to the York River and carries a deep shipbuilding and military heritage, but the Lakeside Drive corridor feels more like a leafy college town than an industrial port city. Christopher Newport University is practically a neighbor, which keeps the area energized with arts programming, athletics, and the general hum of a campus community. City services, parks, and infrastructure are well established, and the zip code — 23606 — consistently draws buyers who want central access to the entire Hampton Roads region without committing to the density of Norfolk or the sprawl of Suffolk.
What's nearby
Daily errands barely require a car from here. Column 15 at the Mariners' is just 0.2 miles away for a morning coffee, and Einstein's and Warwick Restaurant are both within half a mile if you want options. Regattas, Discover the Abstractions, and Chick-fil-A cover dinner and a quick lunch within 0.5 miles. Groceries are handled by Harris Teeter at 0.9 miles. For outdoor time, Noland Trail at The Mariners' Museum and Park, Causey's Mill Park, and Ferguson Field are all within a half-mile. Fitness options are equally close — the CNU Trieshmann Health and Fitness Pavilion, Freeman Center, and Pure Barre are all under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a 15-minute drive from 82 Lakeside Drive — close enough for a quick commute whether you're working the Langley AFB side or the Fort Eustis side. Four bedrooms handles a growing family, and a VA loan makes the math on a home this size worth running. The established neighborhood and central Newport News location mean your family lands somewhere with real roots.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space, 2,100 square feet across four bedrooms gives everyone room to spread out without the maintenance burden of a sprawling new build. The 0.23-acre lot is large enough for a real backyard — think summer cookouts and room for a garden — and the half-bath keeps the morning rush manageable. Parks, fitness centers, and everyday dining are all within walking distance.
More buyer questions
How far is 82 Lakeside Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The Langley AFB gate is approximately 15 minutes by car, and the Fort Eustis gate runs about 17 minutes — both via straightforward routes with minimal highway complexity.
What is the lot size at 82 Lakeside Drive?
The lot measures 0.23 acres, which is a notably generous size for an in-city Newport News address and provides meaningful outdoor space front and back.
Is 82 Lakeside Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA map data and zone classification.
What parks are near 82 Lakeside Drive?
Noland Trail at The Mariners' Museum and Park, Causey's Mill Park, and Ferguson Field are all within half a mile, making this one of the better-positioned addresses in Newport News for outdoor access.
Does the neighborhood have an HOA?
82 Lakeside Drive does not fall within a mandatory HOA community, which means no association dues or architectural review board restrictions on your property.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Newport News well. Reach out to get a straight answer on anything 82 Lakeside Drive — no pressure, just good information.
