Why this home stands out
What sets 254 Foxglove Drive apart is the combination of recent construction and an unbeatable location for military households. A 2020 build means you're getting contemporary finishes, tighter energy standards, and systems that haven't had decades to age — all within a six-minute drive of both Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth. That kind of proximity, paired with newer construction, is genuinely rare in this price corridor of Portsmouth.
NEW PORT and the Portsmouth real estate market
Foxglove Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of southern Portsmouth, Virginia — a city with deep maritime roots and a surprisingly diverse mix of neighborhoods, from historic Olde Towne to newer suburban streets like this one. Portsmouth shares the Elizabeth River with Norfolk, and that working-waterfront identity shapes the whole community: practical, unpretentious, and proud. The streets around Foxglove Drive feel established without feeling dated, with modest lot sizes and a neighborly pace. Portsmouth as a city offers its own downtown dining scene, the Children's Museum of Virginia, and direct ferry access to Norfolk's waterfront — all without the congestion of larger Hampton Roads cities. City services, including parks and public transit, are well-distributed across the area. For anyone prioritizing a short commute to the shipyard or the Coast Guard base, this address checks that box immediately. The surrounding blocks are predominantly single-family and townhome residential, giving the area a grounded, lived-in feel that newer master-planned communities sometimes lack.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from Foxglove Drive. Grocery runs are covered by Farm Fresh International and Royal Farms, both under a mile away, with an Amoco station equally close. When you'd rather let someone else cook, Southside BBQ and New York Pizza & Deli are both about 0.7 miles out. Coffee is handled by a nearby Starbucks Coffee Company and Crossings Cafe, each within 0.8 miles. For outdoor time, GreenwoodSniffSpot is just 0.2 miles away — a great low-key option for dog owners — and both Woodland Park and Maplewood Park are reachable in a short walk.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Six minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and six minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — it doesn't get much more dialed-in than that for active-duty households. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the 2020 build year means you're moving into a home that meets modern construction standards, not one that's been patched and updated over decades. Short-tour families especially appreciate not inheriting someone else's deferred maintenance.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, a 2020 build takes a lot of the guesswork off the table. Newer mechanicals, current building codes, and a layout designed for how people actually live today — 254 Foxglove Drive gives you a clean starting point without the surprises that older homes sometimes carry. At 1,280 square feet across three bedrooms, there's real room to grow, and the walkable access to parks and everyday conveniences makes the location feel like a genuine neighborhood.
More buyer questions
How far is 254 Foxglove Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately six minutes by car from 254 Foxglove Drive, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the Portsmouth area. The short commute is one of the most practical advantages of this address for shipyard personnel.
How far is 254 Foxglove Drive from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about six minutes from the property, in roughly the same direction as the shipyard. Dual-military households assigned to different installations will find both bases easily accessible from Foxglove Drive.
What year was 254 Foxglove Drive built, and what does that mean practically?
The home was built in 2020, which means it was constructed to current Virginia building codes with modern insulation standards, updated electrical and plumbing systems, and contemporary HVAC equipment. Buyers typically face fewer immediate maintenance concerns with homes of this age compared to older Portsmouth stock.
Is 254 Foxglove Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls directly from current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section will give you the most accurate and up-to-date designation for the property.
Are there parks or green spaces near 254 Foxglove Drive?
Yes — GreenwoodSniffSpot is just 0.2 miles away, Woodland Park is about 0.4 miles out, and Maplewood Park is roughly 0.5 miles from the front door. All three are reachable on foot, which is a genuine perk for families and dog owners alike.
Want to know more about 254 Foxglove Drive or the surrounding Portsmouth area? Tom and Dariya Milan are happy to walk you through everything — reach out and let's talk.
