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Oyster Point

Oyster Point

Suburban Neighborhood in Newport News, Virginia

Newport News County 23602, 23606

$339,929 Average Value
$184 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Suburban living close to Newport News' main office area

Oyster Point forms what many refer to as the new downtown of Newport News. It’s loaded with retail and restaurant amenities, to begin with. But it’s also part of a new economic engine for the city, with many employers relocating their offices to a walkable hub nearby that’s appropriately dubbed City Center. Realtors like David Tortolini with eXp Realty call this hub an industrial park of sorts, and so if someone is considering Oyster Point, they might be incentivized by the mix of work-live-play culture. “This is the main office area for Newport News. If you’re not in military or in the shipyard, you might end up working here.”

Peaceful Oyster Point homes in a leafy neighborhood

Residential streets are interwoven with main thoroughfares and shopping centers, but it never feels too bustling on the home front. A quiet atmosphere hovers around streets with names like Dominion Drive. Tall oak trees and long carpets of grass frame classic styles like brick ranches, Colonials and split-level homes. Home prices range from the mid $400,000s to the mid $600,000s. A four-bedroom Modern Traditional home, built in 1995, can sell at $460,000 here. Five-bedroom brick Colonials represent the upper end of the market.

Stylish ranches in a picturesque neighborhood show off Oyster Point's allure.
Stylish ranches in a picturesque neighborhood show off Oyster Point's allure.
Quaint and cozy homes that make Oyster Point a gem in Newport News.
Quaint and cozy homes that make Oyster Point a gem in Newport News.
Oyster Point is a neighborhood that truly feels like home.
Oyster Point is a neighborhood that truly feels like home.
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Newport News City public schools close to home

Jenkins Elementary enrolls nearly 500 students, and scores an A in diversity from Niche. Gildersleeve Middle enrolls over 1,000 students, and scores even higher in the diversity category with an A-plus. Menchville High enrolls 1,700 students, and scores an A-minus in clubs and activities. The school is known for having successful sports teams, like the boys’ outdoor track team, which placed in consecutive state championships from 2000 to 2018.

Oyster Point students in grades pre-K through 5 attend Yates Elementary School.
Oyster Point students in grades pre-K through 5 attend Yates Elementary School.
Oyster Point students in grades 6 through 8 attend Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School.
Oyster Point students in grades 6 through 8 attend Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School.
Menchville High School is one of five high schools in Newport News.
Menchville High School is one of five high schools in Newport News.
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Getting outdoors amidst Oyster Point's tranquil greenery

Tucked away in these leafy developments, it’s not unusual to find little parks reserved for neighborhood residents – plop in the water at Wendwood Pool, for example. Otherwise, residents will find Oyster Point eminently walkable, even though there are no large public parks, proving that it remains a quiet suburban retreat, despite the surrounding bustle.

Explore the heart of Oyster Point at City Center, where shopping and dining meet urban charm.
Explore the heart of Oyster Point at City Center, where shopping and dining meet urban charm.
Large-scale sculptures fill the streets in Oyster Point.
Large-scale sculptures fill the streets in Oyster Point.
Fantasy Farm Playground is a very nice playground in Riverview Farm Park in Oyster Point.
Fantasy Farm Playground is a very nice playground in Riverview Farm Park in Oyster Point.
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Shopping and dining near Warwick Boulevard

The northeast corner of Oyster Point is where residents go to shop and dine. Food Lion is the grocery anchor at Oyster Point Plaza, and CVS and Walgreens provide convenient essentials as well. Vinny’s Pizza offers casual service when it’s time for a bite on the go. But for something a bit slower, Bonefish Grill brings delicate seafood bites and a white tablecloth setting. Just a mile east is Jefferson Avenue, where the big box stores multiply. Residents will immediately see amenities like Whole Foods, Target, Costco and First Watch Café.

A latte to brighten your day, served with a smile at Cure Coffee Shop in Oyster Point.
A latte to brighten your day, served with a smile at Cure Coffee Shop in Oyster Point.
A cozy corner at Cure Coffee Shop, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the air.
A cozy corner at Cure Coffee Shop, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the air.
Taste in Newport News is where every meal is a flavorful masterpiece by passionate crafters.
Taste in Newport News is where every meal is a flavorful masterpiece by passionate crafters.
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Getting around town on Jefferson Avenue

Jefferson Avenue is one of the main corridors in Newport News, making Oyster Point a convenient neighborhood. Plus, Warwick Boulevard runs along Oyster Point’s east end – that’s the other big thoroughfares in the city. Buses run along both, as well as on a few of the larger streets within Oyster Point proper – namely, Nettles Drive and Oyster Point Road.

Catch a bus to commute where you need to go from Oyster Point and its adjacent neighborhoods.
Catch a bus to commute where you need to go from Oyster Point and its adjacent neighborhoods.
Enjoy charming suburban living in the Oyster Point neighborhood of Newport News, Virginia.
Enjoy charming suburban living in the Oyster Point neighborhood of Newport News, Virginia.
Classic cars like this Buggy fill the streets of the historic neighborhood in Oyster Point.
Classic cars like this Buggy fill the streets of the historic neighborhood in Oyster Point.
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City Center at Oyster Point offers a variety of shopping and mouthwatering food options.
City Center at Oyster Point offers a variety of shopping and mouthwatering food options.

Regular community events in Oyster Point

The City Center at Oyster Point is always busy with events. For the performers, there's open mic night at Cure Coffeehouse on Thursdays. For those who prefer to spectate, First Fridays is all about live music on the Market Stage, paired with local food vendors. During the holidays, residents gather around the central fountain to watch a series of light shows.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Newport News/Williamsburg International

8 min drive

Bus

Nettles & Claiborne

Bus

Warwick & Wendwood

Bus

Oyster Point & Warwick

Bus

Nettles & Wendwood

Bus

Nettles & Oyster Point

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Oyster Point US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 9 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$430,000
Median Single Family Price
$375,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$269,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Months of Supply
3.40
Median List Price
$375,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
60%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
286
Median Year Built
1987
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,843
On par with the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 4pm

    304 Wendwood Dr, Newport News, VA 23602

    $375,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,033 Sq Ft
    • 304 Wendwood Dr

    This stunning Colonial, set by a creek, offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, just minutes from everything you need! The owners are sad to leave this well-maintained home, which boasts numerous updates: all-new LVP waterproof flooring (2023), a new roof (2023), updated outside compressor (2024), and a new deck (2024). Inside, the slate foyer leads to spacious, light-filled rooms.

    Kimberly Crews The Right Move Real Estate Inc

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,961
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$42,345
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,401

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.5%
College Graduates
29.9%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

39 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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