Why this home stands out
Most condos in Hampton Roads force a trade-off between character and convenience. Unit 1702 sidesteps that entirely. You're in one of Portsmouth's most architecturally distinctive neighborhoods, with three full bathrooms across nearly 2,000 square feet — a floor plan that genuinely accommodates a household rather than just fitting one. Add the near-instant access to two major military installations and a walkable waterfront streetscape, and the combination is genuinely hard to replicate.
OLDE TOWNE and the Portsmouth real estate market
OLDE TOWNE Portsmouth is one of the oldest and most visually compelling urban neighborhoods in all of Hampton Roads. The streets here are lined with 18th- and 19th-century architecture — Federal, Greek Revival, Victorian — and the whole district sits along the Elizabeth River waterfront, giving it a texture that newer developments simply can't manufacture. Residents walk to parks, restaurants, coffee shops, and the water with ease. Portsmouth as a city has invested steadily in this corridor, and the results show in the streetscape, the public spaces, and the local business scene. If you've been searching listings tagged deep creek homes for sale and found yourself gravitating toward something with more history and walkability, OLDE TOWNE operates in a different register entirely — it's a genuine urban neighborhood with a small-town feel. The 17th floor positioning of unit 1702 adds an aerial perspective on all of it.
What's nearby
Daily life is remarkably self-contained from this address. Fish & Slips Marina Raw Bar & Grill is just 0.1 miles away, and Portside Park and Red Lion Square are both within a two-minute walk. Crawford Restaurant sits 0.2 miles out, Gino's Pizzeria and Olde Towne Coffee are both at 0.3 miles, and Simply Southern Market of Hampton Roads, Market Street & General Store, and Bier Garden Gift Shop & Market all handle grocery runs from the same distance. For fitness, Movement Studio VA is 0.3 miles away, with the Effingham Street Family YMCA not far behind at 0.7 miles. Starbucks Coffee Company is 0.4 miles out when you want the familiar. Marquis De Lafayette Park rounds out the green space options at 0.2 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both under a minute away — that's not a selling point, that's a lifestyle shift. For a military household managing deployments, duty schedules, and the logistics of base access, this location removes friction in a meaningful way. VA loan eligibility and BAH alignment make the financial picture worth a close look with your lender.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and nearly 2,000 square feet in a walkable historic neighborhood — this is a first purchase that doesn't ask you to compromise on space or location. OLDE TOWNE gives you a real neighborhood to come home to, not just an address. The condo format also means exterior maintenance isn't your weekend project.
More buyer questions
How far is 1 Crawford Parkway #1702 from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately 1 minute from this address — the base entrance is essentially around the corner. It's one of the closest residential options to the installation in the entire city.
How far is 1 Crawford Parkway #1702 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about 1 minute away, making this condo exceptionally well-positioned for personnel or staff assigned to either installation.
What is the square footage of unit 1702 at 1 Crawford Parkway?
The unit measures 1,938 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, which is notably spacious for a condo in this part of Portsmouth.
Is 1 Crawford Parkway in a flood zone?
Given the waterfront proximity in OLDE TOWNE, flood zone status is worth verifying — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this address.
What walkable amenities are near 1 Crawford Parkway #1702 in Portsmouth?
Within a half-mile you'll find multiple restaurants, coffee shops, grocery options, parks along the waterfront, and fitness studios — OLDE TOWNE is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in all of Portsmouth.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know OLDE TOWNE and the Portsmouth waterfront market well. Reach out to get a current read on this address and what it takes to move forward.
