Why this home stands out
What sets 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard apart is its combination of single-story living and a location that quietly connects you to two major military installations without putting you in heavy traffic. The 1966 construction gives the home a sturdy, established feel — thick walls, mature lot, and a neighborhood rhythm that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. One and a half baths and three bedrooms make the floor plan genuinely livable for a wide range of households.
WESTERN BRANCH and the Chesapeake real estate market
Portsmouth Boulevard runs through one of Chesapeake's older, more grounded corridors — the kind of street where neighbors have been around long enough to wave from the driveway. The surrounding area sits in the western reaches of the city, a part of Chesapeake that trades the waterfront buzz of the eastern neighborhoods for quieter streets, larger lots, and easy access to Routes 17 and 164. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, and that space shows up in the day-to-day: less congestion, more breathing room, and a genuine mix of suburban comfort and natural landscape. Among Chesapeake homes for sale, addresses along this corridor tend to attract buyers who want proximity to Hampton Roads' job centers without paying the premium of tighter urban zip codes. The city's parks system, including Northwest River Park, gives residents real outdoor options year-round.
What's nearby
Daily errands along Portsmouth Boulevard are genuinely easy. A Walmart Supercenter sits within a few minutes' drive, and several grocery options are close by for weekly shopping. Fast-casual dining, local diners, and national chains line the corridor, so weeknight dinners require minimal planning. Families comparing homes for sale in 23321 will find the western branch of Chesapeake's library system nearby, along with community parks and recreational fields. The Western Branch area offers a walkable commercial strip for coffee and quick stops, and Interstate 664 access is close enough to make commutes to Norfolk, Suffolk, or Newport News manageable on most mornings.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 15 minutes away, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth adds another option at about 16 minutes — both accessible without navigating the worst of Hampton Roads traffic. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the single-story layout means no stairs to navigate after long shifts. The neighborhood has housed military families for decades, and that stability shows in how the block carries itself.
More buyer questions
How far is 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard from NSA Northwest Annex?
The drive runs about 15 minutes under normal conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation without being directly adjacent to base traffic.
How far is 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 16 minutes away, giving medical staff and affiliated personnel a reasonable daily commute from this address.
What is the flood zone status for 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard?
Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any insurance implications.
Is there an HOA at 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard?
This property does not appear to carry a mandatory HOA, which means no association dues or deed restrictions layered on top of standard city and county requirements — though buyers should confirm during due diligence.
What are the commute options from 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard to Norfolk or Suffolk?
Interstate 664 is the primary artery, putting downtown Norfolk roughly 25–30 minutes out and Suffolk's commercial corridors even closer — both without requiring toll-heavy routes under most conditions.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well. Reach out to talk through what 4908 Portsmouth Boulevard could look like for your situation — no pressure, just straight answers.
