Why this home stands out
What sets 402 Bertha Lane apart is its rare combination of compact, manageable square footage and an almost unbeatable location for military households. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are both a nine-minute drive, meaning short commutes are genuinely on the table — not just a marketing stretch. The 1965 construction gives the home solid mid-century bones, and the surrounding block has a lived-in, established feel that newer subdivisions rarely replicate.
COLLINSWOOD and the Portsmouth real estate market
402 Bertha Lane sits in a quiet residential pocket of southern Portsmouth, a city that often surprises people with how much character it packs into a relatively compact footprint. Portsmouth is one of the seven cities of Hampton Roads, and this corner of it has a distinctly neighborhood feel — streets lined with mid-century homes, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stick around. The area sits within easy reach of both the waterfront districts and the major employment corridors that run through the region. Portsmouth itself carries a deep maritime and military heritage; the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, the oldest and largest naval shipyard in the United States, calls this city home. That history shows up in the architecture, the community pride, and the steady, grounded character of blocks like Bertha Lane. For buyers who want a real neighborhood rather than a master-planned development, this part of Portsmouth delivers something harder to find than people expect.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from 402 Bertha Lane. A Dollar General sits just 0.1 miles away for quick runs, and a Food Lion is 0.7 miles out for a full grocery shop. When you want to eat out without going far, Paradise Pizzeria Family Restaurant, ES African Kitchen, and Skrimp Shack are all within a tenth of a mile. URBAN ICE is right there for a cold treat or a casual hangout, and a Wawa is 0.6 miles away for coffee and fuel. Fitness options are well covered too — MARABLE'S FITNESS is 0.4 miles out, Spirit Enhancers All Stars is 0.5 miles, and Crunch Fitness Portsmouth is 0.7 miles away. Hodges Manor Park rounds things out at 0.8 miles for outdoor time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
If you're stationed at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth or Norfolk Naval Shipyard, a nine-minute commute is the kind of thing that genuinely changes your daily quality of life. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and three bedrooms give a growing family real breathing room. Short commutes, a stable neighborhood, and a manageable home size — this address was practically built for a military household.
For first-time buyers
At 1,299 square feet, 402 Bertha Lane is sized right for a first home — enough space to feel comfortable, not so much that upkeep becomes a second job. The 1965 construction means solid structure without the premium price tag of newer builds. Groceries, restaurants, and a park are all within a mile, so you're stepping into a location that already works hard for you from day one.
More buyer questions
How far is 402 Bertha Lane from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately nine minutes by car from 402 Bertha Lane, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in the city. The drive is straightforward with no major highway dependency.
How far is 402 Bertha Lane from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about nine minutes from 402 Bertha Lane, which is a genuinely short commute by Hampton Roads standards. Both major installations being equidistant makes this address unusually flexible for dual-military households.
What is the flood zone status for 402 Bertha Lane?
Flood zone information for 402 Bertha Lane is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing flood insurance options with your agent.
Is there a garage at 402 Bertha Lane?
Garage details for 402 Bertha Lane are reflected in the full property specs on this page. The 1965 construction era in this part of Portsmouth typically includes either a carport or a single attached garage, so it's worth confirming in the listing details.
What grocery stores are near 402 Bertha Lane?
A Dollar General is just 0.1 miles away for everyday essentials, and a Food Lion is 0.7 miles out for a full weekly shop. There's also a Victory Exxon at 0.7 miles if you need a quick convenience stop.
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