Why this home stands out
Four minutes to the Langley gate is the headline, but the everyday picture is just as appealing. You get nearly 2,000 square feet spread across four bedrooms — room enough for a home office, a guest room, or a growing family — without stepping into a newer, cookie-cutter subdivision. The 1971 build era means larger lot proportions and a more established streetscape than you'd find in most modern Hampton neighborhoods.
RIVER POINT and the Hampton real estate market
Clipper Drive sits in a quiet, established pocket of Hampton, Virginia, where mid-century ranch and split-level homes line wide streets shaded by mature trees. Hampton is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and that history shows up in the city's character — waterfront parks, a walkable downtown, and a genuine sense of place that newer cities simply can't manufacture. The neighborhood here feels residential without feeling remote. You're close to the water, close to the base, and close to everyday conveniences, yet the block itself stays calm. Hampton's position on the Chesapeake Bay gives residents easy access to waterfront recreation, and the city's ongoing investment in its downtown corridor and park system makes it a genuinely enjoyable place to put down roots. Whether you're drawn by the military mission at Joint Base Langley-Eustis or simply looking for a well-located home in Hampton with room to breathe, Clipper Drive checks the boxes.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from 1044 Clipper Drive. A Harris Teeter is just a mile away for full grocery runs, and Marcel Industries International is even closer at 0.3 miles when you need a quick stop. Hungry? Sophisticated Foods is 0.6 miles out, Capri Pizza & Italian Restaurant is under a mile, and the 7-Eleven on the corner covers coffee and snacks at 0.8 miles. A Starbucks Coffee Company rounds out the morning options at 0.9 miles. For outdoor time, Dog Field is a short 0.4-mile walk — great if you have a four-legged family member — and Gosnold's Hope Park is just 0.7 miles away for picnics, trails, and open green space. Rising Lotus Yoga Studio is 0.9 miles out for anyone prioritizing fitness.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to the Langley gate is hard to beat, and 1044 Clipper Drive delivers exactly that. For active-duty families at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, the commute is almost non-existent, leaving more time at home. A VA loan can make the path to ownership straightforward, and four bedrooms give the whole family space to settle in between deployments and PCS moves.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown a two- or three-bedroom home, 1044 Clipper Drive offers a natural next step. Four bedrooms and two full baths across nearly 2,000 square feet give everyone their own space, while the established neighborhood in Hampton provides the kind of mature, settled environment that's hard to find in newer developments. More room, more character, same great city.
More buyer questions
How far is 1044 Clipper Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 1044 Clipper Drive to the main gate at Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately four minutes under normal traffic conditions. That's one of the shortest base commutes you'll find anywhere in Hampton.
How far is 1044 Clipper Drive from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is roughly 17 minutes from 1044 Clipper Drive, making it a reasonable commute for personnel assigned to that installation as well.
What parks are near 1044 Clipper Drive?
Dog Field is just 0.4 miles away — a convenient spot for dog owners — and Gosnold's Hope Park is 0.7 miles out, offering trails, open fields, and waterfront scenery along the Back River.
Is 1044 Clipper Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that information and discussing it with your agent.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase 1044 Clipper Drive?
Yes — as a single-family residential property in Hampton, Virginia, 1044 Clipper Drive is generally eligible for VA loan financing, subject to the standard VA appraisal and condition requirements. See our VA loan resource page for details.
Ready to see 1044 Clipper Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Hampton inside and out — reach out today to schedule a walkthrough.
