Meet 4 Sampson Place — a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in Portsmouth's historic Cradock neighborhood, sitting on a 0.15-acre lot just four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. At 1,215 square feet, it's a practical, well-located home built in 1969 with everyday convenience baked right in.
What sets 4 Sampson Place apart is the combination of location and neighborhood character that's genuinely hard to beat at this size. You're four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and five from USCG Base Portsmouth, with a commissary less than a third of a mile away. Cradock's tree-lined streets and tight-knit community feel give this address a sense of place that newer subdivisions rarely replicate — and the lot gives you real outdoor space to work with.
CRADOCK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Cradock is one of Portsmouth's most distinctive neighborhoods — a planned community developed in the early twentieth century to house shipyard workers, and it still carries that purposeful, close-knit character today. The streets follow a deliberate grid, the homes have personality, and neighbors tend to know each other by name. It's the kind of place where front porches still get used. Portsmouth itself sits at the heart of Hampton Roads, bordered by the Elizabeth River and connected to Norfolk by tunnel and ferry. The city has invested steadily in its waterfront and arts district, and Cradock benefits from that momentum while holding onto its own identity. Everyday errands are easy — the Scott Center Annex Commissary is a short walk away, parks are within half a mile, and the broader Portsmouth grid puts you close to interstates, the naval medical center, and the rest of the region. For anyone tied to the waterfront military mission here, this neighborhood is about as dialed-in as it gets.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life from 4 Sampson Place is genuinely convenient. The Scott Center Annex Commissary is just 0.3 miles away — a quick walk for groceries. For a meal out, Darla's Seafood, Mama Chan's Chinese Take-Out, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen are all within half a mile. Coffee runs are covered by Mariner's Reef Cafe at 0.7 miles or Dunkin' at 0.9 miles. Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is 0.6 miles away for workouts. MWR Scott Annex Park, Afton Square, and Paradise Creek are all within half a mile — solid options for outdoor time, morning runs, or weekend afternoons.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Four minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and five to USCG Base Portsmouth makes 4 Sampson Place one of the most commute-efficient addresses in the city for active-duty families. The commissary is a three-minute walk. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and Cradock's stable, community-oriented character is the kind of environment military families tend to come back to.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 4 Sampson Place offers a manageable footprint — 1,215 square feet, three bedrooms, and a real yard — in a neighborhood with genuine roots and stability. Cradock is the kind of community where your investment is surrounded by homeowners who care about the street, and the location keeps your daily costs predictable.
More buyer questions
How far is 4 Sampson Place from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 4 minutes by car from 4 Sampson Place — one of the shortest commutes you'll find in the Portsmouth market for shipyard-connected households.
Is 4 Sampson Place in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 4 Sampson Place is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
What is the Cradock neighborhood like?
Cradock is a historic planned community in Portsmouth with a grid street layout, early-twentieth-century character, and a reputation for neighborly, stable streets — it's one of the more distinctive and recognizable neighborhoods in the city.
How far is 4 Sampson Place from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 5 minutes away by car, making this address a practical choice for Coast Guard personnel and their families.
Are there parks near 4 Sampson Place?
Yes — MWR Scott Annex Park, Afton Square, and Paradise Creek are all within half a mile, giving you multiple outdoor options for recreation, walks, and weekend time outside.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Cradock and Portsmouth inside out. Reach out to get the full picture on 4 Sampson Place and what ownership here looks like for your situation.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
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How Far Is?
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NNSY
Navy
23min·3.1mi
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
11min·4.7mi
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NMCP
Navy
16min·6.6mi
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USCG Finance Ctr
Coast Guard
16min·9.8mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
27min·14.3mi
Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.
Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 515529
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515529
High Risk
FEMA flood zone
AE (1% annual chance)
Base flood elevation
8 ft above sea level
Property elevation
6.3 ft above sea level
1.7 ft below BFE
USGS 3DEP digital elevation model
Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.
Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.
Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance. Factor it into the monthly numbers below.
Estimates only. Taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.
Estimate your monthly payment
$1,566/mo
Principal & interest
$1,297
Property tax
$196
Home insurance
$73
PMI
None
HOA/Condo (paid separately)
None
Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Value & historyComparables
Price context: similar nearby homes$90,000 – $280,500The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
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Questions buyers ask
Is 4 Sampson Pl in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Cradock Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.7/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.5/10), Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 4 Sampson Pl in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 4 Sampson Pl?
Yes — Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 4 Sampson Pl?
MWR Scott Annex Park is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 4 Sampson Pl?
Scott Center Annex Commissary is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (0.5 mi).
Does 4 Sampson Pl have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 4 Sampson Pl built?
It was built in 1969, per the listing record.
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4 Sampson Pl, Portsmouth, Virginia 23702 · MLS #10638231 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.
