Why this home stands out
What sets 44 River Road apart is the combination of a large 0.73-acre lot and a spacious 2,650-square-foot floor plan in a city where land like this is genuinely hard to come by. Four bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a 1986 build give you a solid structural foundation with room to update on your own timeline — all without the density of a tightly packed subdivision.
ALL OTHERS AREA 111 and the Poquoson real estate market
Poquoson is a small independent city on the Virginia Peninsula, tucked between the Back River and the Chesapeake Bay. It has a tight-knit, waterfront-community feel that's rare this close to a major military installation — quiet streets, low traffic, and neighbors who tend to stay for decades. The ALL OTHERS AREA 111 designation covers the broader Poquoson residential fabric outside the named subdivisions, which in practice means you get the city's full character without HOA restrictions layering on top. Poquoson consistently draws buyers who want space, water access, and a genuine small-city identity. If you've been searching rein mls listings on the Peninsula and keep circling back to Poquoson, it's usually because nothing else quite matches what the city offers. The surrounding landscape is flat, green, and coastal — mature trees, wide lots, and the kind of sky you only get near open water.
What's nearby
Two Tree Park is just 0.3 miles away, making it an easy walk for morning runs or afternoon breaks. Kids Island Park and Poquoson Parks & Recreation are both under a mile, giving families multiple outdoor options close to home. For food, Surf Rider and C's Pizza & Subs are both 0.7 miles out — a local seafood spot and a casual pizza-and-subs staple that regulars return to often. 1631 Burgers Bourbon & Brew is under a mile for a sit-down bite, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe is just 0.9 miles if you prefer something lighter. Snap Fitness Poquoson and Planet Fitness are both within a mile for your workout routine.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is eight minutes from 44 River Road — one of the shortest commutes you'll find on the Peninsula for Langley AFB personnel. That proximity makes BAH stretch further when you're buying rather than paying into someone else's equity. Four bedrooms handles PCS moves with kids in tow, and the 0.73-acre lot gives everyone room to decompress after a long duty day.
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like it's running out of room, 44 River Road answers that directly — 2,650 square feet, four bedrooms, two and a half baths, and nearly three-quarters of an acre to spread out on. The 1986 build is solid and spacious, and the lot gives you real outdoor space: room for a garden, a playset, or just a yard big enough that the kids aren't on top of each other. Poquoson's low-traffic streets add to the appeal for families ready to settle in.
More buyer questions
How far is 44 River Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The Langley AFB side of Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately eight minutes from 44 River Road under normal traffic conditions. The Fort Eustis side is roughly 22 minutes via the Peninsula.
Is there an HOA at 44 River Road in Poquoson?
The property falls within the ALL OTHERS AREA 111 designation in Poquoson, which does not carry a mandatory HOA, so there are no association dues or deed restrictions tied to that classification.
What is the flood zone status for 44 River Road?
Poquoson is a coastal city and flood zone designations vary by parcel — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA flood zone classification specific to 44 River Road.
How big is the lot at 44 River Road?
The lot measures 0.73 acres, which is notably generous for a residential parcel in Poquoson and provides substantial yard space on all sides of the home.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 44 River Road?
Yes — eligible active-duty service members, veterans, and qualifying surviving spouses can use a VA loan to purchase a single-family residential property like 44 River Road, subject to standard VA appraisal and eligibility requirements.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Poquoson inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 44 River Road.