Why this home stands out
What sets 4411 Griffin Street apart is the rare combination of genuine square footage — 2,116 square feet across four bedrooms — and an almost unbeatable position between Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Homes this size, this close to two installations, don't come around often in Portsmouth. Add a neighborhood with real parks, fitness options, and quick errands, and the daily math works out in your favor.
WESTHAVEN and the Portsmouth real estate market
Griffin Street sits in a quiet residential pocket of Portsmouth, Virginia — a city with deep naval roots, a revitalized waterfront downtown, and some of the most genuinely affordable neighborhoods in all of Hampton Roads. The streets here have a settled, established feel: mature trees, mid-century homes with real bones, and neighbors who tend to stay. Portsmouth is often overlooked in favor of its louder neighbors across the water, but that's exactly what keeps it grounded. You're close to everything — Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk — without paying the premium. The 23707 zip code in particular puts you at the geographic center of the region's military corridor, which is part of why this address draws so much attention from service members and their families. Portsmouth City Park is less than a mile away, giving the area a genuine green anchor. It's the kind of neighborhood where a morning walk actually goes somewhere worth walking to.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life runs smoothly from Griffin Street. Walmart Supercenter is under a mile away for full grocery runs, and Dollar General covers quick stops at 0.8 miles. Corner Cafe at 0.7 miles is your neighborhood spot for a sit-down coffee or a casual bite, while Sal's Famous NY Pizza — also 0.7 miles — handles Friday nights without any effort. Fitness is well covered: Zenya Yoga Studio, Sports Performance House, and Crunch Fitness are all within a mile. Links at City Park and Portsmouth City Park, both under a mile, give you genuine green space for weekends and after-work decompression.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Six minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and seven to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — that's the kind of commute that actually changes your quality of life. Four bedrooms means room for a home office, a guest room for visiting family, or space that grows with your household. VA loan eligibility makes this size of home more accessible than many buyers expect, and Portsmouth's location keeps you central no matter where orders take you next.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space, 2,116 square feet across four bedrooms gives everyone room to spread out without landing in a far-flung suburb. Portsmouth City Park is under a mile away — real outdoor space for weekends and after-school afternoons. The neighborhood is established and walkable, with grocery stores, restaurants, and fitness studios all within a mile. This is the kind of home where you stop feeling like you're making do.
More buyer questions
How far is 4411 Griffin Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes by car from 4411 Griffin Street, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the city. The short commute is a consistent draw for medical staff and active-duty personnel assigned there.
How far is 4411 Griffin Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about seven minutes away by car, placing 4411 Griffin Street within easy reach of one of the Navy's largest and most active installations. The proximity makes this address practical for shipyard workers and military families alike.
What is the square footage and layout of 4411 Griffin Street?
The home offers 2,116 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1950. That footprint is notably generous for the neighborhood and the price point Portsmouth typically carries.
Is 4411 Griffin Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 4411 Griffin Street is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
Are there parks near 4411 Griffin Street?
Yes — Links at City Park is 0.6 miles away and Portsmouth City Park is 0.7 miles, both easily walkable from the address. They offer green space, recreational amenities, and a genuine neighborhood anchor for outdoor time.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out. Reach out to get a straight-talking walkthrough of what 4411 Griffin Street means for your situation — no pressure, just answers.
