Why this home stands out
What sets 2023 Richard Avenue apart is its rare combination of proximity to two major military installations and genuine walkability to a beloved beach community. Buckroe Beach and Park is under a mile away, a handful of local gyms are within a few blocks, and the neighborhood has the grounded, established character that only a well-built 1960s street can offer. This is a home that earns its location.
BUCKROE HEIGHTS and the Hampton real estate market
Richard Avenue sits in the Buckroe Beach area of Hampton, Virginia — one of the city's most recognizable and well-loved coastal neighborhoods. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes that have stood for decades, and the community has a relaxed, unpretentious feel that long-time residents are proud of. Hampton itself is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and it carries that history alongside a very modern, active military presence. The city wraps around the water, and in the Buckroe section you feel that constantly — salt air, park greenways, and a beach that locals treat as their own backyard. Hampton's location at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay means you're also well-positioned for the broader Hampton Roads region, with easy access to Norfolk, Newport News, and the Peninsula's growing dining and arts scene. For anyone searching Hampton homes near Langley AFB, this block delivers on that promise without compromise.
What's nearby
Daily life flows easily from Richard Avenue. Laura's Rise & Shine is just 0.2 miles away for a proper breakfast, and Josh's Bar & Grill is a short 0.3-mile walk for an evening out. Buckroe Coffee Co. is 0.3 miles away for your morning cup, with a 7-Eleven even closer if you need a quick caffeine fix. Fitness is well covered — Joy2bFit, Ogun's Strength and Conditioning Gym, and C4 Boxing Club are all within 0.3 miles. A Dollar General sits 0.4 miles out for household staples, and the crown jewel of the neighborhood, Buckroe Beach and Park, is just 0.6 miles from your front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is nine minutes away, and Naval Station Norfolk is roughly thirteen — a dual-base commute profile that's genuinely hard to find on the Peninsula. A VA loan makes a three-bedroom, 1,757-square-foot home on a street this close to Buckroe Beach a very practical conversation to have with your lender. PCS moves are stressful enough; the commute from here isn't.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 2023 Richard Avenue offers a lot of reassurance. The 1960 construction means solid bones, the 1,757 square feet gives you real room to grow, and the Buckroe Beach neighborhood is the kind of place where you actually get to know your neighbors. Three bedrooms, a half-bath, and a location under a mile from the beach — it's a strong foundation for the next chapter.
More buyer questions
How far is 2023 Richard Avenue from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is approximately nine minutes from 2023 Richard Avenue, making it one of the more convenient off-base addresses on the Peninsula for Langley-assigned service members.
How far is 2023 Richard Avenue from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is roughly thirteen minutes away by car, which is a reasonable commute for sailors or civilians working on base — especially given the beach-adjacent lifestyle this address offers in return.
Where is the nearest beach to 2023 Richard Avenue?
Buckroe Beach and Park is just 0.6 miles from the front door — close enough to walk or bike on a warm afternoon without any real planning involved.
Is 2023 Richard Avenue 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 for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What is the property type and size at 2023 Richard Avenue?
2023 Richard Avenue is a single-family residential home built in 1960, offering 1,757 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms.
Curious whether 2023 Richard Avenue fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Hampton well — reach out and let's talk through it.
