Why this home stands out
What sets 513 Cornwall Road apart is the combination of honest square footage — 1,579 feet is genuinely livable for a three-bedroom, one-bath ranch — and a location that puts two of Hampton Roads' largest military employers within a single ten-minute drive. Mid-century ranch bones from 1956 mean solid construction, single-story convenience, and a floor plan that tends to flow better than newer builds at this size. Add a Portsmouth address that keeps you close to the water, the shipyard, and the medical center, and the case makes itself.
MANOR VIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market
Cornwall Road sits in the western reaches of Portsmouth, a city that often surprises people who write it off in favor of its flashier neighbors. Portsmouth has its own waterfront, its own history, and a genuinely diverse mix of housing stock — from Victorian-era Olde Towne blocks to the postwar ranch streets like this one that were built for the workers and sailors who kept Hampton Roads running in the 1950s. The 23701 zip code covers a quiet, established part of the city where lots tend to be generous and neighbors tend to stay. Daily life here is grounded: grocery runs, school drop-offs, and commutes to base are all short. If you're browsing Portsmouth homes for sale and wondering whether the west side of the city delivers on livability, Cornwall Road is a good answer. Portsmouth sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, giving residents easy access to two cities' worth of dining, parks, and services without the Norfolk price tag.
What's nearby
Everyday errands are easy from 513 Cornwall Road. A Food Lion and several pharmacy options are within a few miles, and the broader Portsmouth commercial corridor along Frederick Boulevard keeps hardware stores, fast food, and service businesses close. Prentis Park, one of Portsmouth's larger green spaces, is a short drive for weekend walks or pickup games. The Downtown Portsmouth waterfront and the Olde Towne historic district are reachable in under fifteen minutes, offering waterfront dining and the Portside festival grounds. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are both roughly ten minutes away — a commute window that makes homes for sale in 23701 genuinely competitive for active-duty and civilian base employees alike.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Ten minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and ten minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — that's a rare double-base commute window that most Hampton Roads addresses can't match. A VA loan fits this property type well, and the single-story layout means no stairs to navigate after a long duty day. Three bedrooms, solid 1956 construction, and a Portsmouth address that keeps you inside the perimeter without paying Norfolk prices.
For first-time buyers
If you're comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Hodges Manor Elementary School, 513 Cornwall Road lands in both zones and delivers a three-bedroom, single-story footprint that gives you room to grow without overextending. The 1956 ranch style is approachable to maintain, the square footage is genuinely useful, and the location keeps two major employment centers within a ten-minute drive — a strong foundation for a first purchase.
More buyer questions
How far is 513 Cornwall Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately ten minutes from 513 Cornwall Road under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the shorter base commutes available in this part of the city.
How far is 513 Cornwall Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about ten minutes away, so households with one member at each installation can realistically share a single vehicle without major scheduling conflicts.
What is the flood zone status for 513 Cornwall Road?
Flood zone information for 513 Cornwall Road is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and consult FEMA's flood map service for the most current designation before making any decisions.
Is there an HOA at 513 Cornwall Road?
Based on available property data, 513 Cornwall Road does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm this during the due-diligence period.
What can you tell me about the homes for sale in Portsmouth near this zip code?
The 23701 zip code sits in the western section of Portsmouth and tends to offer larger lots and more square footage per dollar than comparable addresses closer to the Norfolk border — homes for sale in Portsmouth at this zip draw buyers who prioritize commute convenience and neighborhood stability over walkable nightlife.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth's streets well — reach out to get a straight answer on whether 513 Cornwall Road fits your timeline and your goals.
