209 Ivey St, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Why this home stands out

What sets 209 Ivey Street apart is its unbeatable proximity to two major installations — Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both a quick six-minute drive — combined with a walkable, established neighborhood where Woodland Park and Maplewood Park are practically in your backyard. At 1,820 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, this 1950s home offers real, livable space in a zip code that stays in demand.

TRUXTON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Ivey Street sits in a mature, tree-lined section of Portsmouth — a city with deep roots in naval history and a genuinely tight-knit community feel. Portsmouth homes for sale in this part of the city tend to attract buyers who want proximity to work without sacrificing neighborhood character. The streets here are quiet and walkable, with mid-century homes that have aged gracefully alongside the city itself. Portsmouth occupies the western bank of the Elizabeth River, putting you close to downtown's waterfront, the Olde Towne historic district, and easy highway access toward Virginia Beach and Chesapeake. The 23701 zip code is a practical, well-located corner of the city — close to everything that makes Hampton Roads worth calling home, without the congestion of busier corridors.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Ivey Street. Farm Fresh International covers your full grocery run at 0.8 miles, and Dollar General is at the same distance for quick stops. When you want a bite, New York Pizza & Deli is just 0.6 miles away, and Hay Hing Chinese is another option at 0.7 miles. Crossings Cafe and Starbucks are both within 0.8 miles for your morning coffee. For outdoor time, Woodland Park is only 0.3 miles out, Maplewood Park is 0.4 miles, and GreenwoodSniffSpot is a great nearby option if you have a dog.

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