Why this home stands out
What sets 147 Armstrong Drive apart is the combination of generous square footage — 2,200 feet spread across four bedrooms and three and a half baths — with a location that puts two major military installations inside a ten-minute drive. Homes of this size with this kind of base access don't come together often in Hampton. Add a walkable block with a park, dining, and a grocery run all under half a mile, and the address earns its keep on every front.
SUSSEX AT HAMPTON and the Hampton real estate market
Armstrong Drive sits in a mature, established section of Hampton, Virginia — a city that wears its history comfortably while keeping pace with modern life. The streets here have a settled, residential feel: older trees, sidewalks, and neighbors who tend to stay a while. Hampton itself is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and that depth shows in the architecture and the community character you'll find block to block. The city is anchored by the waterfront, Buckroe Beach, and the Virginia Air and Space Science Center, but it's also a working city with real infrastructure — medical centers, retail corridors, and a transit network that connects you across the Hampton Roads region. For anyone weighing Hampton against other Peninsula cities, the value proposition is clear: you get space, access, and a genuine sense of place without the congestion of the urban core.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are almost effortless from 147 Armstrong Drive. Food Lion is 0.4 miles away for your weekly grocery run, and Armstrong Park is just 0.3 miles down the road — a natural spot for morning walks or an afternoon outside. When you want a quick bite or a casual dinner, The White Oak Lodge and Ming Gate Chinese Restaurant are both within 0.2 miles. A Public Overlook less than half a mile away gives you a quiet place to catch a view. The 7-Eleven at the corner covers coffee and convenience at 0.1 miles, and a second location is reachable within a mile if you're heading the other direction.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Hampton Roads is nine minutes from your front door, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is ten. That kind of proximity makes PCS planning significantly less stressful — shorter commutes, more time at home, and a VA loan-friendly market that Hampton is well known for. Four bedrooms gives the whole family room to breathe, and the neighborhood's settled character means you're not starting from scratch every time orders bring you here.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and three and a half baths across 2,200 square feet means everyone gets their own space — and then some. Armstrong Park is a three-minute walk for weekend afternoons, and having Food Lion under half a mile away makes the weekly routine genuinely manageable. Hampton's established neighborhoods offer the kind of community feel that's hard to manufacture in newer developments, and this address puts you right in the middle of it.
More buyer questions
How far is 147 Armstrong Drive from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is approximately nine minutes from 147 Armstrong Drive under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base on the Peninsula.
What is the square footage and layout of 147 Armstrong Drive?
The home offers 2,200 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, providing a flexible layout that works well for families or anyone who wants dedicated guest or office space.
Is 147 Armstrong Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 147 Armstrong Drive?
Food Lion is 0.4 miles away, making it a quick trip on foot or by car for everyday grocery needs.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 147 Armstrong Drive?
Yes — VA loans can be used to purchase eligible residential properties in Hampton, Virginia, and 147 Armstrong Drive is a residential single-family home that would typically qualify, subject to standard VA appraisal and eligibility requirements.
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