Why this home stands out
What sets 149 Raymond Drive apart is its rare combination of single-story living and a location that almost no other address in the region can match. Five minutes to the Langley gate means your morning commute is measured in coffee sips, not miles. The 1964 construction gives the home solid mid-century bones — the kind of straightforward, no-nonsense layout that holds up decade after decade and adapts easily to modern updates.
RIVERDALE and the Hampton real estate market
Hampton, Virginia is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and it has spent the last several decades quietly becoming one of the smartest places to own property in Hampton Roads. The area around Raymond Drive sits in a well-established residential pocket of Hampton — the kind of neighborhood where sidewalks get used, neighbors wave, and the streets feel genuinely lived-in rather than freshly minted. Hampton as a city punches above its weight: waterfront parks, a thriving arts scene, and direct access to I-64 all come standard. The 23666 zip code in particular benefits from being centrally placed — you're close to the heart of the Peninsula without being tangled in the denser traffic corridors. For anyone searching for Hampton VA homes near Langley AFB, this address is essentially the answer to that search. The city's mix of long-term residents and newer families gives neighborhoods like this one a grounded, community-oriented feel that newer subdivisions often spend years trying to cultivate.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Coliseum Central — Hampton's major retail and dining hub — is just a few minutes east, putting grocery stores, pharmacies, and a wide range of restaurants within a short drive. Langley Air Force Base's main gate is roughly five minutes away, and NSA Hampton Roads is about fifteen. Buckroe Beach and the Hampton waterfront are accessible in under twenty minutes, giving you a genuine coastal escape on weekends. Phoebus, Hampton's historic arts and dining district, is close enough for a casual weeknight dinner. Interstate 64 access is quick, connecting you to Norfolk, Newport News, and the broader Hampton Roads metro without much effort.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to the Langley gate is hard to beat — and 149 Raymond Drive delivers exactly that. A four-bedroom footprint gives you room for a home office, a guest room, or space for kids without anyone feeling crowded. Using a VA loan, a property like this becomes even more accessible, and the single-story layout means no stairs to navigate during long PCS weeks or late-night returns.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a single-story four-bedroom in an established Hampton neighborhood is a genuinely strong starting point. The 1964 construction means the neighborhood itself is mature — trees are grown, streets are quiet, and the community has real character. At 1,428 square feet, there's enough room to grow without the maintenance burden of a much larger home.
More buyer questions
How far is 149 Raymond Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The main Langley gate is approximately five minutes from 149 Raymond Drive under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest civilian residential addresses to the base in Hampton.
How far is 149 Raymond Drive from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is roughly fifteen minutes away, making 149 Raymond Drive a practical option for personnel assigned to either installation.
What is the lot and property type at 149 Raymond Drive?
149 Raymond Drive is a single-family residential property — a one-story ranch-style home built in 1964 with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 1,428 square feet of living space.
Is 149 Raymond Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 149 Raymond Drive is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Does 149 Raymond Drive have an HOA?
Based on available property data, 149 Raymond Drive does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm this during the due-diligence period.
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