120 Edison Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23702

Why this home stands out

What sets 120 Edison Ave apart is pure proximity to work. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a four-minute drive, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes in the other direction — a combination that's genuinely rare. Add a 1,700-square-foot footprint on a mid-century lot, three bedrooms, two full baths, and a neighborhood park a short walk away, and you have a property that earns its place on any serious short list.

HIGHLAND PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Edison Ave sits in a residential pocket of Portsmouth that balances everyday practicality with genuine neighborhood character. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes that have aged into mature, established blocks — the kind of area where neighbors know each other and front porches still get used. Portsmouth itself is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, home to the Truxtun Historic District just 0.4 miles away, a working waterfront, and a downtown that has been steadily finding its footing again. The city's position at the heart of the region means you're never far from the broader Hampton Roads network of bridges, tunnels, and interstates. For anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth, this part of the 23702 zip code offers a compelling mix: short commutes, walkable daily errands, and a neighborhood that feels lived-in rather than transient.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from Edison Ave. A 7-Eleven is just 0.2 miles away for quick stops, and a Dunkin' is under a mile when you want a proper coffee run. New York Pizza & Deli and Hay Hing Chinese are both 0.3 miles away for casual weeknight dinners. Dollar General covers household basics at 0.5 miles. For fresh air, Highland Biltmore Park is a two-minute walk at 0.2 miles, GreenwoodSniffSpot is 0.4 miles for dog owners, and the Truxtun Historic District — a walkable green space with real historical weight — is also just 0.4 miles from your front door.

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