Why this home stands out
What sets 10 California Ave apart is the combination of square footage, lot size, and location that's genuinely hard to find at this price point in Portsmouth. At 2,306 square feet across four bedrooms and three full baths, there's room to spread out. The 0.32-acre lot gives you outdoor space that most nearby properties simply can't match — and with Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard each just seven minutes away, the commute math works in your favor.
ALL OTHERS AREA 21 and the Portsmouth real estate market
10 California Ave sits in the ALL OTHERS AREA 21 section of Portsmouth — a established residential pocket that carries the lived-in character of mid-century Hampton Roads without the tourist-town pricing of some neighboring cities. Portsmouth itself is one of the original seven cities of Hampton Roads, and it wears that history comfortably. Tree-lined streets, brick-accented homes from the 1940s and 1950s, and a genuine neighborhood feel define the area. You're close to the Elizabeth River, a short hop from the Downtown Portsmouth waterfront, and well-connected to the broader metro via I-264 and the Downtown Tunnel. The city has invested steadily in its parks, trails, and arts district in recent years, and the mix of long-time residents and newer families gives the community a grounded, welcoming energy. For anyone looking to put down roots in a city with real bones — and real proximity to military and maritime employment — Portsmouth continues to deliver.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from California Ave. Farm Fresh International covers your full grocery run at just 0.6 miles out, with Dollar General another option at 0.8 miles. When you want to eat out without driving far, Griff's Restaurant & Sports Lounge, Chef Skip 757, and Ellen's Homestyle & BBQ Express are all within 0.3 miles — a solid lineup for a weeknight dinner or a weekend bite. Wawa and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are both 0.6 miles away for your morning routine. Fitness options are equally convenient: Crunch Fitness Portsmouth is 0.4 miles out, and Zenya Yoga Studio and Sports Performance House round out the options within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
With Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard each seven minutes away, 10 California Ave is a practical choice for active-duty households. Four bedrooms and three full baths handle deployment cycles, visiting family, and home-office needs without compromise. VA loan eligibility makes a 2,306-square-foot home on a third-acre lot even more accessible — this is the kind of property that works hard for a military family.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space, 10 California Ave offers a meaningful step up. Four bedrooms, three full baths, and 2,306 square feet give everyone room to breathe — and the 0.32-acre lot means the backyard can actually be used. Portsmouth's established neighborhoods offer the stability that growing families look for, and this address puts grocery stores, fitness options, and dining all within a mile.
More buyer questions
How far is 10 California Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately seven minutes from 10 California Ave by car. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find in the Hampton Roads market.
How far is 10 California Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about seven minutes away — making this address unusually well-positioned for households connected to either installation.
What is the lot size at 10 California Ave?
The lot measures 0.32 acres, which is notably larger than many comparable properties in the surrounding Portsmouth neighborhoods and gives you meaningful outdoor space.
Is 10 California Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA map data.
What type of property is 10 California Ave and when was it built?
It's a single-family residential home built in 1942, reflecting the mid-century construction style common throughout Portsmouth's established neighborhoods.
Want to know more about 10 California Ave or the surrounding Portsmouth area? Tom and Dariya Milan are here to help — reach out and let's talk through the details.
