Why this home stands out
Most condos in this zip code trade square footage for a view or a view for square footage — Unit 1702 sidesteps that trade-off entirely. At 1,938 square feet across three bedrooms and three full baths, this 1965 high-rise unit delivers genuine living room for a family, a roommate setup, or a dedicated home office, all while sitting a literal minute from two major installations. That kind of floor plan at that kind of proximity is genuinely hard to find among Portsmouth homes for sale.
OLDE TOWNE and the Portsmouth real estate market
Olde Towne Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most architecturally distinct neighborhoods — a walkable grid of Federal, Georgian, and Victorian-era buildings that lines the Elizabeth River waterfront. Crawford Parkway runs along the water's edge, and from the 17th floor you're looking out over a cityscape that has been continuously inhabited since the 1600s. The neighborhood draws people who want character and convenience in the same package: independent restaurants, a working waterfront, and a genuine sense of place that newer subdivisions spend decades trying to manufacture. Portsmouth itself sits at the geographic center of Hampton Roads, with quick access to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Suffolk via bridge-tunnel and interstate. Families comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth often discover that Olde Towne delivers a walkability score and a sense of community that most of the region simply cannot match at any price point.
What's nearby
Step outside and daily errands are measured in blocks, not miles. Groceries are covered by Olde Towne Food Mart, Simply Southern Market of Hampton Roads, and Market Street & General Store — all within 0.4 miles. For a quick meal, Sun's Sub & Pub and Guads Mexican Restaurant are 0.3 miles out, and Just Brunch is a short walk beyond that. Coffee before work means Olde Towne Coffee, Cure, or a 7-Eleven run, all under half a mile. Fitness options are equally close: the Effingham Street Family YMCA, Movement Studio VA, and Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness are all within 0.4 miles. Festival Park and Gosport Park are both 0.2 miles away for a riverside walk or an afternoon outside.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
One minute to USCG Base Portsmouth and one minute to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — it's rare to find a unit that sits this close to two installations at once. Three bedrooms and three full baths give a military household genuine flexibility: space for a home office during a remote-duty stretch, a guest room for family visits, or a private suite for an older child. VA loan eligibility makes the math worth running carefully here.
For first-time buyers
If you're weighing homes for sale in 23704 and wondering whether a condo makes sense as a first purchase, Unit 1702 answers a lot of the usual objections. You get 1,938 square feet — more than many townhomes — spread across three bedrooms and three baths, so you're not sacrificing space. The walkable Olde Towne block means a car isn't required for groceries, coffee, or a workout, which changes the math on daily life in a meaningful way.
More buyer questions
How far is 1 Crawford Parkway from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately one minute from 1 Crawford Parkway — the yard's main gate sits just south along the waterfront, making this one of the shortest commutes available to shipyard personnel in the entire region.
How far is 1 Crawford Parkway from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about one minute away, effectively making Unit 1702 a walkable or very short drive commute for Coast Guard personnel assigned there.
What school zone does 1 Crawford Parkway fall in?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School and homes for sale zoned for Park View Elementary School will want to verify current Portsmouth Public Schools zoning directly with the district, as boundaries can shift between listing cycles.
Is 1 Crawford Parkway in a flood zone?
Given the waterfront location along Crawford Parkway in Olde Towne, flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully — the property's specific FEMA designation is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page.
Does 1 Crawford Parkway have an HOA?
Yes, the building operates under a condominium association structure; HOA governance covers common areas, building systems, and exterior maintenance, which is typical for a high-rise property of this era in Portsmouth.
Ready to see Unit 1702 in person or talk through how it fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Olde Towne well — reach out and let's set something up.
