Why this home stands out
What sets 17 Peterborough Drive apart is its rare combination of proximity and practicality. Seven minutes to Langley AFB, a half-mile to groceries, and a walkable cluster of restaurants and fitness studios right outside the door — this address delivers the kind of low-friction daily routine that's hard to find. The 1,657-square-foot layout with a half bath on the main level adds flexibility that smaller homes in this price range simply don't offer.
NELSON FARMS and the Hampton real estate market
Hampton is one of the most historically grounded cities in all of Virginia — home to Fort Monroe, the Virginia Air and Space Science Center, and miles of waterfront along the Chesapeake Bay and Hampton Roads harbor. The area around 17 Peterborough Drive sits in the central Hampton corridor, a well-established residential zone where neighborhoods from the late 1980s and early 1990s line up alongside everyday conveniences. Streets here are quiet and tree-lined, with a suburban rhythm that still keeps you close to everything. Commuters appreciate the quick access to I-64, which connects Hampton to the broader Hampton Roads metro — Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach are all within reasonable reach. The city itself has invested steadily in its parks, waterfront, and downtown corridor, giving residents a genuine sense of place. Whether you're drawn by the military mission at Langley, the region's deep history, or simply the livability of a mid-sized coastal city, Hampton holds its own.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Peterborough Drive. Food Lion is just 0.6 miles away for grocery runs, and when you'd rather skip the kitchen, Peking and Chick N Roll are both within 0.3 miles. Subway is equally close for a quick lunch. Coffee options include McDonald's at 0.6 miles, Drip 'n Sip Coffee & Tea at 0.7 miles, and a 7-Eleven at the same distance. Fitness is well covered too — Anytime Fitness is 0.3 miles out, with Heroes Headquarters Martial Arts & Fitness Studios and Mind Body & Pole both under a mile. Sandy Bottom Photoshoot park is just 0.5 miles away for a quick outdoor escape.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a seven-minute drive from 17 Peterborough Drive — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in Hampton. NSA Hampton Roads is reachable in about 19 minutes. For active-duty families weighing a VA loan, this address puts you close to the gate, close to groceries, and in a stable neighborhood that has welcomed military households for decades.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 17 Peterborough Drive offers a sensible entry point. Three bedrooms and a half bath on the main level give you room to grow, while the walkable cluster of restaurants, a grocery store, and fitness studios nearby means you won't feel isolated. Hampton's central location keeps the broader metro within easy reach without the price premium of waterfront zip codes.
More buyer questions
How far is 17 Peterborough Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential addresses to the Langley side of the joint base. Gate access is straightforward via the local road network.
What is the square footage and layout of 17 Peterborough Drive?
The home offers 1,657 square feet with three bedrooms, two full baths, and a half bath — the half bath is on the main level, which adds day-to-day convenience for households that entertain or have frequent guests.
Is 17 Peterborough Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section will give you the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Where is 17 Peterborough Drive located within Hampton, Virginia?
The address sits in the central Hampton corridor near the 23666 zip code, a well-established residential area with quick access to I-64 and everyday conveniences within a half-mile radius.
Does the neighborhood around 17 Peterborough Drive have an HOA?
HOA status for this specific address should be confirmed through current property disclosures, as community association structures in this area can vary by subdivision boundary. Your agent can pull that detail during the due-diligence process.
Want to see how 17 Peterborough Drive fits your timeline and goals? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Hampton corridor well — reach out and let's talk through it.
