Why this home stands out
What sets 1805 Roanoke Avenue apart is its rare combination of mid-century bones and an unbeatable position in Portsmouth. Four bedrooms give you real flexibility — a home office, a guest room, or room for a growing family. At 1,614 square feet, the layout is efficient without feeling cramped. And with two major military installations literally three minutes away, this address makes a short commute feel almost effortless.
PRENTIS PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, and the area around 1805 Roanoke Avenue reflects that character well. The streets here carry the quiet, established feel of a mid-20th-century neighborhood — mature trees, modest setbacks, and neighbors who've put down roots. It's a working city with genuine personality, not a suburb trying to be something it's not. Portsmouth sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, connected by the Downtown Tunnel and the High Street Landing ferry, giving you easy access to the broader Hampton Roads metro without sacrificing the sense of community you get in a smaller city. The 1805 Roanoke Avenue Portsmouth VA 23704 address puts you in a part of the city where everyday life is walkable and the pace feels human-scaled. Lansing Park is just down the street, and the neighborhood's proximity to Norfolk Naval Shipyard means the area has long served military families and civilian workers alike.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Roanoke Avenue. BP, Martha's Mini Mart, and Dollar General are all within 0.6 miles for quick stops. When you're ready to eat out, Hott Platz, Jem's 'Take A Plate', and Ziggy's Street Eats are all within half a mile — a solid lineup of local spots. Coffee is covered by a Starbucks at 0.8 miles and a Dunkin' at 0.9 miles. For fitness, Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center, Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness, and the Effingham Street Family YMCA are all about a mile out. Lansing Park, Turnpike Park, and Kinley Park give you three green-space options within 0.7 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are each about three minutes from the front door — that's about as close as it gets in Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make this four-bedroom home even more accessible, and the neighborhood has a long history of welcoming military families. Short commutes mean more time at home, which matters when deployments and duty schedules already pull you in enough directions.
For first-time buyers
A four-bedroom home with two full baths and over 1,600 square feet is a strong starting point for a first purchase. The 1949 construction means the home has the kind of solid, no-frills build quality that holds up over decades. Portsmouth's price point is one of the more approachable in Hampton Roads, and if you qualify for a VA loan, the path to ownership here can be more straightforward than you might expect.
More buyer questions
How far is 1805 Roanoke Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately three minutes from 1805 Roanoke Avenue by car — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find anywhere in Hampton Roads.
How far is 1805 Roanoke Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about three minutes away, making this address a practical choice for personnel or staff assigned to either installation.
What is the flood zone status for 1805 Roanoke Avenue?
Flood zone information for 1805 Roanoke Avenue is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any insurance implications.
Is there an HOA at 1805 Roanoke Avenue?
This property is not part of a homeowners association, so there are no HOA rules or dues to factor into your plans.
What are the nearest parks to 1805 Roanoke Avenue?
Lansing Park is just 0.5 miles away, Turnpike Park is 0.6 miles, and Kinley Park is 0.7 miles — three walkable green spaces within easy reach of the front door.
Want to know more about 1805 Roanoke Avenue or the Portsmouth market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out anytime.
