Why this home stands out
What sets 5494 T C Walker Road apart is the combination of generous square footage — 2,550 feet across four bedrooms — with the breathing room that Gloucester County's landscape naturally provides. Built in 2006, the home hits a sweet spot between modern construction standards and established character, giving you solid bones without the quirks of a much older build. The rural address means elbow room, quieter nights, and a pace of life that's genuinely hard to find this close to the Peninsula's major employment corridors.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula, tucked between the York River to the south and the Piankatank River to the north, and it carries a distinctly unhurried character that residents tend to hold onto tightly. The county seat, Gloucester Courthouse, anchors the community with its historic courthouse green, local shops, and farmers markets that draw people from across the region. T C Walker Road runs through the kind of Gloucester that longtime locals love — spacious parcels, mature trees, and neighbors who wave from the driveway. This is not a suburb; it's a community that has kept its rural identity while remaining genuinely accessible to the broader Hampton Roads metro area. Route 17 is the main artery connecting Gloucester to the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge and the wider Peninsula, making Williamsburg, Newport News, and the military corridor all reachable without the gridlock you'd face living closer to the urban core. For buyers searching for Gloucester Virginia homes with space and convenience, 5494 T C Walker Road delivers both.
What's nearby
Daily errands are manageable from T C Walker Road. The Gloucester Courthouse area — roughly the commercial and civic heart of the county — is a short drive and covers groceries, pharmacies, hardware, and dining. Ware Neck and the surrounding waterfront areas offer outdoor recreation including fishing, kayaking, and waterside parks along the York River. The historic Rosewell ruins and Beaverdam Park give you easy access to trails and open space. For a wider retail and dining selection, the Route 17 corridor heading toward Yorktown and Grafton puts you within reach of larger shopping centers, restaurants, and services in under 30 minutes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is roughly 15 minutes from 5494 T C Walker Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 19 minutes out — both well within a practical daily commute. Gloucester County gives military families the space and quiet of a rural setting without sacrificing access to the Peninsula's base network. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the county's lower density means less competition and more value per square foot than closer-in markets.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,550 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out — dedicated spaces for work, guests, hobbies, and the everyday organized chaos of family life. Built in 2006, the home avoids the deferred-maintenance surprises that come with older stock, and Gloucester County's setting means your backyard isn't measured in feet. If the goal is more space and more breathing room, this address checks both boxes.
More buyer questions
How far is 5494 T C Walker Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 19 minutes from 5494 T C Walker Road via Route 17 south across the Coleman Bridge. The drive is straightforward and largely free of the stop-and-go traffic common to more densely developed parts of the Peninsula.
How far is 5494 T C Walker Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 15 minutes away, making it the closest major military installation to this address. The route follows Route 17 south, crossing into York County via the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge.
What is the flood zone status for 5494 T C Walker Road?
Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA map classification and any related details.
Is there an HOA at 5494 T C Walker Road?
This property does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, which is typical for rural Gloucester County parcels — though buyers should confirm current status during the due diligence period.
What county is 5494 T C Walker Road in, and does that affect services?
The property is in Gloucester County, Virginia, which operates its own county-level services including utilities, emergency services, and public works — separate from the city of Gloucester, which does not exist as a separate municipality. County governance generally means lower density zoning and a more rural service model.
Curious whether 5494 T C Walker Road fits your timeline and goals? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
