Why this home stands out
Built in 2008, this Gloucester County home hits a practical sweet spot: recent enough construction to sidestep the maintenance surprises common in older rural stock, yet on a road that still feels genuinely unhurried. Three bedrooms and two full baths across 1,440 square feet gives a household room to breathe without the overhead of a much larger footprint. It's a straightforward, well-proportioned home in a county that rewards people who want space without sacrificing reasonable access to the Peninsula.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits along the western shore of the York River, separated from the Peninsula by the Coleman Bridge but connected to it in under twenty minutes. The county has a distinct personality — agricultural roots, waterfront character, and a small-town courthouse district that draws people in on weekends for local shops, farmers markets, and the kind of coffee shop where regulars know each other by name. Red Bank Road runs through a quieter residential corridor of the county, the sort of stretch where lots have breathing room and neighbors tend to wave. Gloucester Point, just south, puts you at the river's edge and within reach of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. The broader county has been attracting families and professionals alike who want lower density than Newport News or Hampton but still need reasonable access to the I-64 corridor. Gloucester homes for sale in this zip code tend to appeal to buyers who have done the math on commute versus quality of life — and landed firmly on the side of space.
What's nearby
Daily errands are manageable from Red Bank Road. The Gloucester Courthouse area, roughly the commercial and civic heart of the county, is a short drive and covers groceries, pharmacy runs, and dining. Tractor Supply, Food Lion, and a handful of local restaurants anchor the practical side of county living. For a wider selection, the George Washington Memorial Highway corridor toward Gloucester Point opens up more options. Outdoor recreation is a genuine draw here — the York River State Park is accessible within the broader region, and the waterfront at Gloucester Point offers scenic spots for fishing and walking. Camp Peary is approximately 23 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes from the address.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary sits about 23 minutes from Red Bank Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes out — both manageable commutes that keep your options open across duty stations. A VA loan can make this kind of single-family Gloucester home accessible with favorable financing terms, and the county's lower-density character is a genuine quality-of-life upgrade for families coming from busier installations.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms, two full baths, and a 2008 build give an upgrading family a clean starting point — no aging systems to worry about immediately, and enough room to settle in and make it yours. Gloucester County's pace of life is a real draw for households ready to trade subdivision density for a quieter residential corridor, and the county's community feel tends to reward families who put down roots.
More buyer questions
How far is 2559 Red Bank Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 23 minutes from 2559 Red Bank Road under typical driving conditions, making it one of the closer military installations to this part of Gloucester County.
How far is 2559 Red Bank Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 minutes from the address, accessible via the Coleman Bridge and the George Washington Memorial Highway corridor.
Is 2559 Red Bank Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section for the most current FEMA mapping information.
What is the property type and size at 2559 Red Bank Road?
It's a single-family residential home built in 2008, with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and approximately 1,440 square feet of living space in Gloucester County, Virginia.
Does Gloucester County have an HOA for this address?
HOA status for 2559 Red Bank Road can vary by recorded subdivision plat — confirm with your agent whether any homeowners association applies to this specific parcel.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County's roads and rhythms well — reach out to talk through what 2559 Red Bank Road could look like for your household.
