Why this home stands out
Built in 1942, this 1,404-square-foot home carries the solid construction and generous lot proportions that define mid-century Portsmouth neighborhoods. The 0.26-acre lot gives you real outdoor space — room for a garden, a fire pit, or just breathing room between you and the neighbors. Four bedrooms in a home this size means flexibility: a dedicated home office, a guest room, or space for a growing household without compromise.
OREGON ACRES and the Portsmouth real estate market
Oregon Acres is a grounded, established neighborhood in the western reaches of Portsmouth, Virginia — the kind of place where lots run deep, trees have had decades to mature, and the streets feel genuinely residential rather than transient. Homes here were largely built in the 1940s and 1950s, giving the area a consistent architectural character: modest footprints, real yards, and a sense that people put down roots. Portsmouth itself sits at the heart of Hampton Roads, bordered by the Elizabeth River and connected to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Suffolk by a web of bridges and tunnels. The city has a working-class backbone and a growing arts and dining scene downtown, and Oregon Acres sits close enough to enjoy both without being in the middle of the activity. For anyone weighing where to plant roots in Hampton Roads, this corner of Portsmouth offers a lot of neighborhood for the investment.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from Wyoming Avenue. Farm Fresh International is half a mile out for a full grocery run, and a Dollar General sits just 0.7 miles away for quick stops. When it's time to eat, Chef Skip 757 is practically at your doorstep at 0.1 miles, with Ellen's Homestyle & BBQ Express and Crystal's Corner Cafe both within 0.2 miles. Morning coffee or an afternoon smoothie? Wawa, Krispy Kreme, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are all clustered about half a mile away. Crunch Fitness Portsmouth is a 0.2-mile trip for workouts, and Zenya Yoga Studio offers a calmer option under a mile out. Woodland Park and Maplewood Park are both within a mile for weekend outdoor time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are each about seven minutes away — a commute that's genuinely rare to find. For active-duty households managing shift schedules, deployments, and everything in between, that kind of proximity matters. A VA loan can make a home like this accessible with strong financing terms, and the four-bedroom layout gives you room to adapt as your family's needs change.
For first-time buyers
Four bedrooms, a quarter-acre lot, and a 1942 build with real bones — this is the kind of home that gives first-time buyers room to grow without overextending. Oregon Acres is a stable, established neighborhood where you're not buying into speculation; you're buying into a community that's been here for generations. The walkable cluster of restaurants and shops nearby means you don't need a car for every errand.
More buyer questions
How far is 101 Wyoming Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately seven minutes away by car, making this one of the closer residential options to the base in the city. The straightforward surface-street route avoids tunnel traffic entirely.
How far is 101 Wyoming Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about seven minutes from this address, which is a notable convenience for shipyard workers and contractors. Both bases are accessible without getting on a highway.
What is the lot size at 101 Wyoming Avenue?
The lot measures 0.26 acres, which is a generous size for an in-city Portsmouth address and provides meaningful backyard space compared to many neighboring properties.
Is 101 Wyoming Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
What neighborhood is 101 Wyoming Avenue in?
The home is located in Oregon Acres, an established mid-century neighborhood on the western side of Portsmouth, Virginia, known for its mature lots and consistent residential character.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Oregon Acres and the Portsmouth market well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 101 Wyoming Avenue.
