Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a 1950s-era home is genuinely uncommon at this square footage, and that extra room count gives you real flexibility — a dedicated home office, a guest suite, a hobby room, or space for a growing household. The location pulls double duty too: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are both reachable in under ten minutes, which is a rare combination for anyone splitting time between the two installations.
CEDAR POINT and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth, Virginia sits on the western bank of the Elizabeth River, directly across from Norfolk, and it carries a character that feels distinctly its own. The city blends working-class roots with genuine community pride — you'll find historic streetscapes, waterfront parks, and neighborhoods where people have lived for generations. The area around 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard is a well-established residential corridor with a practical, no-fuss feel. Grocery stores, quick-service restaurants, and fitness options are all within a half-mile, which means daily errands rarely require a long drive. Portsmouth is also one of the more affordable cities in Hampton Roads, which makes its location — central to the entire region's military and civilian employment base — a quiet advantage for households weighing where to plant roots. Interstate access connects you north toward Norfolk and south toward Chesapeake without much friction, and the broader Hampton Roads metro keeps expanding the job market in both directions.
What's nearby
Everyday life moves quickly from this address. Food Lion is just 0.1 miles away for full grocery runs, and MP International Grocery a block further adds variety for specialty ingredients. Hardee's is essentially at the front door, while Mom & Son Thai Kitchen and Chick N Roll are both within 0.1 miles for a quick weeknight dinner. When it's time to move, TIGER Academy of Martial Arts is 0.1 miles out and JGee Fitness is under a mile. Portsmouth Volleyball Center sits 0.2 miles away, Hodges Manor Park is half a mile, and Portsmouth City Park rounds out the outdoor options at about one mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly nine minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard adds a second installation option just ten minutes in the other direction. That dual-base proximity is a genuine asset during PCS season, and a VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward. Five bedrooms means the whole family has room to spread out from day one.
For families upgrading
If your current home is running out of room, five bedrooms across 2,312 square feet gives you the breathing space most growing families are looking for. There's room to carve out a dedicated workspace, keep a guest room available, and still have bedrooms for everyone. Add walkable parks, a nearby volleyball center, and quick grocery access, and the everyday logistics of family life get noticeably simpler.
More buyer questions
How far is 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately nine minutes away by car, making this address one of the closer residential options to that installation in the city.
How far is 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about ten minutes from this address, which puts two major military installations within a short commute — an uncommon combination in a single location.
What grocery stores are near 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard?
Food Lion is just 0.1 miles away and MP International Grocery is 0.2 miles out, so full grocery runs and specialty shopping are both within easy walking distance.
Is 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Does 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard have an HOA?
There is no HOA associated with this property, so you won't have additional monthly association fees or deed restrictions beyond standard city ordinances.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and take a closer look at 5712 Portsmouth Boulevard.
