Why this home stands out
A century-old home with this much square footage — 2,282 feet across four bedrooms and three full baths — is genuinely rare at this price point in Portsmouth. The 1922 construction era typically brings details you simply can't replicate in new builds: thick plaster walls, generous room proportions, and architectural touches that give each space its own personality. Three full bathrooms in a home this age is a meaningful upgrade over the typical layout of the period.
PRENTIS PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market
1501 Lansing Ave sits in a well-established residential pocket of Portsmouth, Virginia — a city with deep roots in American naval history and a genuinely diverse, walkable urban fabric. Portsmouth proper hugs the western bank of the Elizabeth River, directly across from downtown Norfolk, and the neighborhoods here have the kind of lived-in character that only comes with generations of community. Streets are lined with mature trees, and the mix of early-twentieth-century homes gives the area a cohesive architectural identity you won't find in newer subdivisions. Lansing Avenue itself is a quiet residential street, yet you're only a few blocks from local eateries, green space, and daily errands — all without getting on a highway. The city's ongoing investment in its historic core, including the Old Towne district, continues to draw people who want authenticity over polish. If you value proximity to work, walkable streets, and a neighborhood with genuine history, Portsmouth delivers on all three.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 1501 Lansing Ave. Lansing Park is just 0.6 miles away, and Scotts Creek Park and Turnpike Park are both within a half-mile — solid options for morning walks or weekend afternoons outside. When hunger hits, Jaliyah's is a 0.3-mile walk, Jem's 'Take A Plate' is half a mile out, and Ziggy's Street Eats rounds things out at 0.6 miles. For groceries, Martha's Mini Mart is practically around the corner at 0.3 miles, with Old Towne Market Place another option at 0.6 miles. Coffee is covered by Cure at 0.8 miles. Fitness-wise, Effingham Street Family YMCA and Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness are both 0.7 miles away, with Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center at 1.0 mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a three-minute drive from the front door — and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth matches that same commute. For active-duty families, that kind of proximity is hard to overstate. A VA loan can make a four-bedroom, three-bath home like this one especially accessible, and the extra square footage means everyone gets breathing room whether you're on deployment prep or just home for the evening.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been scrolling past cookie-cutter new construction looking for something with actual bones, 1501 Lansing Ave is worth a serious look. Built in 1922, this home carries the proportions and architectural DNA of an era when rooms were designed to feel substantial. Four bedrooms, three full baths, and over 2,200 square feet — all wrapped in a century of Portsmouth history. Homes like this don't come along often, and they rarely disappoint in person.
More buyer questions
How far is 1501 Lansing Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1501 Lansing Ave, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the entire city. The short commute is a consistent draw for Shipyard personnel and their families.
How far is 1501 Lansing Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about a 3-minute drive, putting two major installations within the same tight commute radius. That dual proximity is genuinely uncommon and adds real everyday convenience for military households.
What is the flood zone status for 1501 Lansing Ave?
Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing that information and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
Is there a homeowners association at 1501 Lansing Ave?
This property does not appear to be governed by a mandatory HOA, which means no association dues or community rule sets beyond standard city ordinances. Always confirm current status with your agent during the transaction process.
What are the parks closest to 1501 Lansing Ave?
Scotts Creek Park is 0.5 miles away, Turnpike Park and Lansing Park are both 0.6 miles out — so you have three distinct green spaces within easy walking distance for recreation, dog walks, or just getting outside.
Ready to walk through 1501 Lansing Ave in person? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know Portsmouth inside and out and can get you in the door.
