503 Nottingham Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Why this home stands out

What sets 503 Nottingham Road apart is the combination of lot size and location that's genuinely hard to find in this zip code. At 0.27 acres, the yard gives you real breathing room in an established neighborhood where lots this size don't come up often. The 1957 bones mean solid construction, and with 2,006 square feet spread across four bedrooms, there's actual space for everyone — not just the illusion of it.

MANOR VIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market

Manor View is one of Portsmouth's quietly dependable mid-century neighborhoods — the kind of place where mature trees line the streets and neighbors have been around long enough to wave hello. The streets are laid out sensibly, lots run generous, and the overall feel is residential without being remote. Portsmouth itself carries a lot of history: it's home to one of the oldest naval installations in the country, a walkable Olde Towne district with genuine character, and a waterfront that faces the Norfolk skyline across the Elizabeth River. For families comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth, the city offers a lower price-per-square-foot than many surrounding localities while keeping you close to everything Hampton Roads has to offer. The 23701 zip code sits in the southwestern pocket of the city — grounded, practical, and well-connected to the region's major employment corridors.

What's nearby

Daily errands barely require a drive. Food Lion is 0.4 miles away for the weekly grocery run, and MP International Grocery at 0.6 miles adds variety for specialty ingredients. Hodges Manor Park is just 0.3 miles down the road — an easy walk for an afternoon outside. When you want to eat out, Onyx 757 Restaurant & Lounge and Burger King are both within 0.4 miles. Staying active is straightforward too: Spirit Enhancers All Stars and TIGER Academy of Martial Arts are both close by, and Portsmouth Volleyball Center is 0.7 miles out. URBAN ICE at 0.7 miles rounds out the neighborhood's casual hangout options.

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