Menchville Homes for Sale in Newport News, VA
Menchville sits at the northern end of Newport News. It lies along the Warwick River and Deep Creek, where they meet the broad James River. The name comes from Hudson Mench, a 19th-century merchant. His store, lumber business, and oyster landing once anchored a busy port on Deep Creek Harbor. That maritime past still shapes the shoreline today. Homes here span a wide range of eras and styles. Some are settled mid-century brick and ranch designs. Others are later two-story houses, plus a handful of newer infill builds. Select homes have creek frontage, deepwater access, or private docks. The area is known for its working and recreational marinas. It also has access to the 279-acre Riverview Farm Park. Menchville is one of the most distinctive pockets in the city. It suits buyers who want to live near the water without leaving the Peninsula.
2 homes for sale in Menchville right now.
2
Active Listings
$315,000
Median List Price
$239
Avg. $ / Sq. Ft.
8
Avg. Days on Market
2d ago
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Living in Menchville
Daily life in Menchville is tied to the water. Two marinas sit at the heart of the area. Menchville Marina is a longtime hub for watermen. They offload oysters and seafood from the lower James and its tributaries. Deep Creek Landing Marina is a full-service facility. It has covered, open, and dry slips, fuel, and a haul-out yard. There are also kayaks for hire, a youth summer sailing program, and an event venue. That venue hosts the James River Striped Bass Tournament each fall. From these launch points, boaters reach Deep Creek, the Warwick River, and the open James within minutes. On land, Riverview Farm Park has more than three miles of paved multi-use trails. It also has the 30,000-square-foot Fantasy Farm playground, soccer fields, picnic shelters, and a James River overlook. Connector paths lead down toward Deep Creek Harbour and Menchville Marina. Everyday shopping, dining, and services cluster along Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard. Patrick Henry Mall and the Tech Center area are a short drive south. Commuters use Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard, then I-64. That highway crosses the Peninsula and runs into South Hampton Roads. Major area employers are within reach. Newport News Shipbuilding is to the south. NASA Langley Research Center and Jefferson Lab are close, as is Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Fort Eustis sits just across the water near the mouth of the Warwick River.
Menchville is a settled area. Its housing reflects decades of layered growth rather than one building era. Buyers will find solid mid-century and later 20th-century homes on generous lots. Newer builds turn up now and then. Inventory ranges from interior streets to creek-front and waterfront parcels with docks or deepwater access. Demand rests on a rare mix. There is true water access on the Peninsula. Marinas and Riverview Farm Park are close. The commute is central via Jefferson Avenue, Warwick Boulevard, and I-64. Those roads reach the shipyard, NASA Langley, Jefferson Lab, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Waterfront and water-access listings tend to draw the strongest interest and are limited in supply. Interior homes offer a wider range of options. Turnover here is steady but measured. The live stats above reflect current pricing and what is for sale.
Recently sold in Menchville
The latest 4 closings from the REIN MLS. Each opens the home's full sold record.
191 Lori CIR, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23602
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,078 sqft
$293,500
Sold Sep 2026
326 Norma CT, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23602
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,940 sqft
$390,000
Sold Jun 2026
265 Lou Mac CT, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23602
4 bd · 2.1 ba · 1,836 sqft
$360,000
Sold May 2026
272 Menchville RD, NEWPORT NEWS VA 23602
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,393 sqft
$319,500
Sold Feb 2026
Census profile of the Menchville area
$107,000
Median household income
44.3
Median age
86.7%
Owner-occupied households
39.3%
Bachelor's degree or higher
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024), census-tract level for the Menchville area. Shown identically for every neighborhood.
Bases & commutes
Straight-line distances from the center of Menchville. Every listing page shows live drive times with traffic.
Listings & market data updated September 2026 · Live REIN MLS data
Menchville real estate FAQ
Where exactly is Menchville located in Newport News?+
Menchville takes up the northern end of Newport News. The Warwick River and Deep Creek frame it where they open into the James River. It centers loosely on Menchville Road and Riverview Farm Parkway. That is north of the Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard corridors.
Do homes in Menchville come with water access or boat docks?+
Some do. The area borders Deep Creek, the Warwick River, and the James. So a share of homes have creek frontage, deepwater access, or private docks. Many interior homes do not. Water-access listings are limited in supply. So it is worth confirming dock and frontage details on each home.
What marinas and boating options are nearby?+
Two marinas serve Menchville. Menchville Marina is a working seafood and watermen's hub. Deep Creek Landing Marina is a full-service facility. It has covered, open, and dry slips, fuel, and a haul-out yard. There are also kayaks for hire, a youth summer sailing program, and a yearly striped bass tournament. Both give quick access to Deep Creek, the Warwick River, and the James.
What parks and outdoor recreation are in the Menchville area?+
Riverview Farm Park anchors the area with 279 acres. It has more than three miles of paved multi-use trails. There is also the Fantasy Farm playground, soccer fields, picnic shelters, and a James River overlook. Trail connectors run down toward Deep Creek Harbour and Menchville Marina. They link the park directly to the water.
Which schools serve the Menchville area?+
The area is zoned to Menchville High School at 275 Menchville Road. It opened in 1970 and now holds a 5 out of 10 GreatSchools rating. Newport News City Public Schools assigns attendance zones by address. So buyers should verify the exact grade school, middle, and high school zoning for any home with the division.
How is the commute from Menchville to major employers?+
Trips typically use Jefferson Avenue and Warwick Boulevard to reach I-64. That highway crosses the Peninsula and runs into South Hampton Roads. Newport News Shipbuilding lies to the south. NASA Langley and Jefferson Lab are in the area, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis is nearby. Fort Eustis sits just across the water at the mouth of the Warwick River.
About Newport News
Homes for sale in Newport News, VA span a wide range. Historic Hilton Village in 23601 has English-Tudor cottages. Port Warwick and City Center at Oyster Point in 23606 have brand-new homes. Denbigh and Riverside in 23608 have lower-priced homes. Newport News is one of the longest cities in the U.S. It runs more than 30 miles along the James River. That gives it three distinct real estate markets. The lower end, ZIPs 23601-23607, sits closer to Hampton and Williamsburg. It has established neighborhoods and pre-war homes. The middle, ZIPs 23608 and 23606, has modern neighborhoods and the Oyster Point office park. The upper end, ZIPs 23602 and 23603, sits closer to Williamsburg and the Mariners' Museum. The biggest employer is Huntington Ingalls Industries / Newport News Shipbuilding. It is Virginia's largest industrial employer. It builds U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and submarines. Joint Base Langley-Eustis is also in Newport News, on the Fort Eustis side. Public schools include Menchville High, Heritage High, Denbigh High, and Warwick High. Menchville has long ranked near the top. Median home prices run $250K-$450K. Select luxury homes in Riverside and Port Warwick top $700K. The Newport News MLS listings below refresh every 2 minutes from the REIN feed.
Schools serving Newport News
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