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Yorktown

Yorktown

Suburban Neighborhood in Virginia

York County 23690, 23692

$441,554 Average Value
$206 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

Riverside-living with historic charm along the York River

Steeped in colonial and Revolutionary-era history, Yorktown is home to one of America’s first colonial settlements and the site of America’s most significant Revolutionary victory, a battle that effectively ended the British occupation. Not surprisingly, this small town at the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay has become a popular destination for heritage tourism, one in which the tourists far outnumber the local population, particularly in the small restaurants, parks, art galleries and historical buildings along Riverwalk Landing. However, travel inland from the York River, and home buyers will find quiet suburban streets lined with traditional homes, townhouses and newly constructed custom homes on large wooded lawns. “There’s so much value for homeowners here in Yorktown,” says Mike Pattison, a Realtor and Envision VA Home team leader with eXp Realty. “Lots of the military personnel stationed nearby buy in Yorktown and stay. In fact, I’ve got former military members working on my team at Envision VA Home.”

Classic Colonials and charming ranch-style homes

The housing market in Yorktown is relatively small, rarely consisting of more than 10 active listings. The suburban neighborhood streetscapes are flat, unlined and dotted with mature trees, and the houses sit far from the streets with large, neatly manicured lawns. The local architecture blends past and present, combining classic colonials and charmingly updated ranches with new townhouse communities and custom-built housing developments. Two-bedroom townhouses start at $265,000, existing resale inventory is typically priced between $250,000 and $400,000, and custom-built riverfront homes can sell for up to $2 million

Colonial charm meets modern life in the vibrant streets of Yorktown.
Colonial charm meets modern life in the vibrant streets of Yorktown.
Charming Colonial Revival homes line the historic streets of Yorktown, Virginia.
Charming Colonial Revival homes line the historic streets of Yorktown, Virginia.
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High-marks at York County Schools

Students in Yorktown begin their education at Yorktown Elementary School – an A-minus-rated school on Niche with a student-teacher ratio of 17-to-1 – before moving to Yorktown Middle School, an A-rated school ranked among the top five percent on Niche’s list of Best Public Middle Schools in Virginia. Yorktown High School received a rare A-plus rating from Niche, and with an average SAT score of 1300, Yorktown graduates regularly attend prestigious local universities like Virginia Tech and Georgetown University. “I always tell people that Yorktown has the lowest taxes and best school district in the entire region,” says Pattison.

Sunbathe on the white-sand coastline at Yorktown Beach

Yorktown is bracketed by green and blue, neatly situated between nature preserves, golf courses and cemeteries to the west and the clear blue waters of the York River and Chesapeake Bay to the east. Residents explore the miles of multi-use trails throughout Grafton Ponds Natural Area and Newport News Park or book tee times at Newport News Golf Club at Deer Run, an 18-hole public golf course on the neighborhood’s western edge. During the summer, the town gathers on the beaches, boardwalks and fishing piers of Yorktown Beach, an inviting white-sand public beach near Yorktown’s historic district. Charles Brown Park offers a community garden, playground and multiple sports facilities.

Residents can enjoy Charles E. Brown Park within the Yorktown community.
Residents can enjoy Charles E. Brown Park within the Yorktown community.
A glimpse of Yorktown's maritime heritage and picturesque harbor.
A glimpse of Yorktown's maritime heritage and picturesque harbor.
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Local boutiques and eateries along Riverwalk Landing

The core of Yorktown’s shopping district is located along the Riverwalk Landing, a mile-long stretch of boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops and historic sites between the Yorktown Battlefield and the American Revolution Museum. Groceries are available at Food Lion and Kroger along George Washington Memorial Highway, the area’s busiest commercial thoroughfare. For breakfast, locals stop by the counter at Mobjack Bay Coffee, a one-of-a-kind colonial-era bakery and coffee shop, and dinner is served at Yorktown Pub, a laid-back pub with fresh fish, live music and views of the Chesapeake Bay.

A taste of history in every cup at  Mobjack Bay Coffee Roasters and Petit in Yorktown, Virginia.
A taste of history in every cup at Mobjack Bay Coffee Roasters and Petit in Yorktown, Virginia.
Iced coffee and sweet treats, a match made in Yorktown heaven.
Iced coffee and sweet treats, a match made in Yorktown heaven.
A taste of local flavor at the cozy Yorktown Pub.
A taste of local flavor at the cozy Yorktown Pub.
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The weekly farmers market and annual holiday festivals

The Yorktown waterfront bustles with holiday events, festivals and a weekly farmers market, where various vendors, artists and food trucks sell seasonal produce, fresh seafood, handmade crafts and local art. Locals bring their mats to the Carriage House for Community Yoga at the Watermen’s Museum on Mondays. Each November, the Harvest Festival brings a cornucopia of food, fun and festivities, while the Christmas Tree Lighting on Water Street dates back to 1945.

Transportation around Yorktown

Located at the mouth of the York River as it empties into the Chesapeake Bay, Yorktown rests on the eastern banks of the Newport News Peninsula, a one-hour drive from Virginia’s capital city of Richmond via Interstate 64. Residents can travel across the Coleman Memorial Bridge to access Gloucester Point or continue south on Interstate 64 to Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Newport News/Williamsburg International

28 min drive

Bus

Old Williamsburg Rd & Lackey Clinic

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Old Williamsburg Rd & Woods Of Yorktown

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Barham Blvd & Yorktown Square

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Old Williamsburg Rd & Sunshine Apts

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Barham Blvd & Rivermeade

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Yorktown US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$428,000
Median Single Family Price
$498,000
Median Townhouse Price
$320,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$416,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
139
Months of Supply
1.60
Median List Price
$430,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,983
Median Year Built
1986
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,184
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,767
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,558
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,640
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344

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    115 Cannon Rd, Yorktown, VA 23690

    $325,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,085 Sq Ft
    • 115 Cannon Rd
    • New 9 days ago

    Tucked away on a peaceful, tree-lined street in the heart of Yorktown, this home is the kind of charmer that stops you in your tracks. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and 1,085 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home is move-in ready.From the moment you pull up, you’ll notice the fresh exterior paint and the sense of quiet that comes with a generous lot shaded by mature

    Ashley Blake Own Real Estate LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
10,429
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$95,462
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$108,964

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.8%
College Graduates
43.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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