Why this home stands out
Built in 1940, this home carries the kind of solid construction and generous room proportions that newer builds rarely match. With four bedrooms spread across 2,100 square feet, there's real flexibility here — space for a home office, a guest room, or whatever your household actually needs. The location is the other big draw: two major installations within a ten-minute drive, and a walkable pocket of Portsmouth right outside the door.
WATERVIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market
Sussex Drive sits in one of Portsmouth's older, tree-lined residential corridors — the kind of street where houses have character and neighbors tend to stick around. Portsmouth itself is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, home to the nation's oldest dry dock and a genuine waterfront identity that sets it apart from its neighbors across the Elizabeth River. The surrounding blocks have a lived-in, unhurried feel, with modest front yards, mature trees, and a mix of long-term residents and newcomers drawn by the city's affordability and central location. Getting around Portsmouth is straightforward — downtown Norfolk is reachable in under fifteen minutes, and the broader Hampton Roads network of bridges and tunnels puts Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Suffolk all within reasonable range.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from Sussex Drive. Dollar General is just 0.3 miles away, A & A Seafood Market and Fast 5 Grocery & Deli are both within 0.6 miles for fresh picks and quick stops. When it's time to eat out, Mockingbird Pasta Bar is practically around the corner at 0.3 miles, and Hometown Diner and Corner Cafe round out your close options at 0.4 miles — Corner Cafe also handles your morning coffee. For fitness, DCo is 0.4 miles out, with Zenya Yoga Studio and Sports Performance House both under a mile. Maryview Park, Franklin Circle Park, and Detroit Park give you green space within easy walking distance.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a six-minute drive from 315 Sussex Drive, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is seven minutes in the other direction — hard to beat for short commutes on either installation. The four-bedroom layout gives military households room to breathe, and buyers using a VA loan will find Portsmouth's price points among the most accessible in the Hampton Roads area.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 315 Sussex Drive checks a lot of practical boxes: four bedrooms, two full baths, 2,100 square feet, and a location in Portsmouth that keeps you close to jobs, parks, and everyday amenities without the premium of trendier zip codes. The 1940s construction means character baked in — real plaster walls, solid bones — rather than the thin feel of newer entry-level builds.
More buyer questions
How far is 315 Sussex Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes by car — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in the Hampton Roads market. The direct routing through Portsmouth's surface streets keeps the drive simple on most days.
How far is 315 Sussex Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about seven minutes away by car, making 315 Sussex Drive a practical choice for personnel assigned there. Both installations are reachable without highway driving.
What is the square footage and layout of 315 Sussex Drive?
The home offers 2,100 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Built in 1940, the floor plan reflects the era's preference for defined rooms rather than open-concept layouts.
Is 315 Sussex Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
Are there parks and green spaces near 315 Sussex Drive?
Yes — Maryview Park is just 0.3 miles away, Franklin Circle Park is 0.6 miles out, and Detroit Park is 0.7 miles from the front door, giving you multiple options for walks, exercise, and outdoor time close to home.
Want to know more about 315 Sussex Drive or schedule a walkthrough? Tom and Dariya Milan are ready to help — reach out and let's talk Portsmouth real estate.
