Why this home stands out
What sets 3311 Dartmouth Street apart is its rare combination of wartime-era character and unbeatable proximity to both Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard — each just a five-minute drive away. The home's 1941 bones bring solid construction and classic proportions, while the surrounding corridor of shops, restaurants, and green space means you spend less time commuting and more time actually living.
WESTHAVEN PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, and the area around Dartmouth Street reflects that depth. You're in a mature, established part of the city where mid-century homes line the streets and the pace feels genuinely residential — without being far from anything. Portsmouth sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, giving you easy access to the broader Hampton Roads metro while keeping you grounded in a community with its own distinct identity. The city is home to the oldest naval shipyard in the country, and that heritage shapes the culture here in the best ways: a deep respect for service, a tight-knit feel, and a neighborhood where people tend to put down roots. Within Portsmouth, this location is particularly convenient — you're close to the commercial corridor along Frederick Boulevard without being on top of it, so you get the access without the noise.
What's nearby
Step outside and everything clicks into place fast. A Walmart Supercenter is just 0.1 miles away for full grocery runs, and 7 Brew Coffee is essentially across the street when you need a morning pick-me-up. Wawa and Starbucks are both within two blocks for additional coffee options. Quick meals are covered by Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, and Rally's — all within a few hundred feet. When you want to move your body, Sports Performance House is 0.3 miles out and Zenya Yoga Studio is just 0.4 miles away. Seaboard Square, Kinley Park, and Florida Park are all within a half-mile, giving you multiple outdoor options for walks, fresh air, and weekend downtime.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and five minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — that kind of proximity is hard to come by. For military families, 3311 Dartmouth Street means shorter commutes, more time at home, and a straightforward case for using a VA loan to make the purchase work. Portsmouth has long been a home base for the military community, and this address fits right into that tradition.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 3311 Dartmouth Street offers a manageable footprint — 1,500 square feet, three bedrooms, two baths — in a city with real character. Portsmouth's established neighborhoods give first-time buyers a chance to own in a place that already feels complete, with grocery stores, coffee shops, parks, and restaurants all within walking distance of your front door.
More buyer questions
How far is 3311 Dartmouth Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a five-minute drive from 3311 Dartmouth Street, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the area.
How far is 3311 Dartmouth Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about five minutes away by car, so service members assigned to either installation can realistically reach work without a long commute.
What is the flood zone status for 3311 Dartmouth Street?
Flood zone information for this address is available through the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property.
Is 3311 Dartmouth Street in an HOA?
Based on available information, this property does not appear to be subject to a mandatory HOA, though buyers should confirm during the due diligence process.
What are the closest parks to 3311 Dartmouth Street?
Seaboard Square is about 0.4 miles away, Kinley Park is roughly 0.5 miles out, and Florida Park sits just 0.6 miles from the address — all easy walks or quick drives for outdoor time.
Curious whether 3311 Dartmouth Street is the right fit? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.
