Why this home stands out
What sets 31 Saint Albans Drive apart is its rare combination of proximity and practicality. Built in 1955, this 1,376-square-foot, three-bedroom home sits on a quiet residential street where Langley AFB is a genuine six-minute drive — not a marketing estimate. Groceries, parks, gyms, and a handful of solid restaurants are all reachable without getting on a highway, which is harder to find in Hampton than most buyers expect.
HIGHLAND PARK and the Hampton real estate market
Saint Albans Drive sits in a mid-century residential pocket of Hampton, Virginia — the kind of neighborhood where houses have been lived in and loved for decades, and neighbors tend to know each other's names. The streets here are calm and tree-lined, with a walkable scale that feels increasingly rare. Hampton itself is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and it carries that layered character well: waterfront parks, a working harbor, a genuine arts scene, and a military community that gives the city its steady rhythm. The 23669 zip code covers a central slice of Hampton with easy access to both I-64 and Mercury Boulevard, so whether you're heading to the base, the beach, or downtown Norfolk, you're not fighting geography to get there. Families comparing homes for sale in Hampton often find that this part of the city delivers the most commute-friendly location without sacrificing neighborhood feel.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely walkable from Saint Albans Drive. Hampton Oriental Market, Food Lion, and Harris Teeter are all within a mile, so stocking the kitchen never requires a long drive. When you want a quick meal out, In The Kitchen is just 0.4 miles away, with Hardee's at the same distance for faster options. Ridgway Bark Park and King Street Linear Park are both under half a mile — ideal if you have a dog or just want to get outside without getting in the car. Fitness options are plentiful too: Five Crow Martial Arts, Fitness & Firearms, King Street Gym, and Xtreme Muscle Gym are all within 0.6 miles. Elizabeth Lake Estates Community Recreation Area rounds out the outdoor options at under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Six minutes to Joint Base Langley-Eustis is the headline, but the supporting cast matters too — NSA Hampton Roads is 14 minutes out, and the neighborhood's mid-century housing stock tends to work well with VA loan financing. For an active-duty family weighing Hampton homes for sale near Langley, 31 Saint Albans Drive checks the commute box without compromise.
For first-time buyers
At 1,376 square feet with three bedrooms and a manageable footprint, this 1955 home is sized right for a first purchase — enough room to grow into, without the overhead of a sprawling property. The walkable location keeps car dependency low, and buyers exploring homes for sale in 23669 will find this address sits in one of Hampton's most connected and convenient corridors.
More buyer questions
How far is 31 Saint Albans Drive from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from 31 Saint Albans Drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Langley AFB) is approximately six minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in Hampton.
What schools serve 31 Saint Albans Drive?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Kecoughtan High School and homes for sale zoned for Barron Elementary School will want to verify current zoning directly with Hampton City Schools, as attendance boundaries can change.
Is 31 Saint Albans Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
Are there parks within walking distance of Saint Albans Drive?
Yes — Ridgway Bark Park and King Street Linear Park are both about 0.4 miles away, and Elizabeth Lake Estates Community Recreation Area is under a mile, giving you solid outdoor options close to home.
Does this home have a garage?
Structural details including garage, basement, and foundation information are best confirmed through the current property disclosures and listing documents available through your agent.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Hampton well — reach out to get a straight answer on what 31 Saint Albans Drive could mean for you.
