Why this home stands out
Built in 2017, this home skips the quirks of older Hampton Roads housing stock and delivers modern construction — tighter insulation, updated electrical, and contemporary layouts — in a city where character-era homes dominate. Four bedrooms and 2,400 square feet give you real flexibility, whether that's a dedicated home office, a guest room, or space for a growing household. The half bath on the main level is a practical detail that earns its keep every single day.
EBONY HEIGHTS and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth sits on the western bank of the Elizabeth River, directly across from downtown Norfolk, and it carries a distinct personality that longtime Hampton Roads residents appreciate. The city blends working waterfront history with genuine neighborhood roots — tree-lined streets, tight-knit blocks, and a pace that feels more residential than transient. The area around 6200 Arthur Ave in Portsmouth sits in the northwestern part of the city, close to the Churchland corridor, where you get easy access to Interstate 664 and Route 17 without the congestion of the downtown waterfront. Commutes fan out efficiently from here: Newport News and Suffolk are both reachable in under thirty minutes on most days. Portsmouth also borders Chesapeake to the south, so you're never far from the broader Hampton Roads metro while still enjoying the lower-key character of a city that doesn't feel like it's trying too hard. For military households, the proximity to NSA Northwest Annex is a genuine daily-life advantage.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are handled quickly from Arthur Ave. Royal Farms, $delites, and Happy Shopper are all within 0.3 miles, so a quick grocery run rarely turns into a production. For food, Hot Wings and Towne Point Pub & Restaurant are both within two blocks, and Happy Smoke Portsmouth rounds out the nearby dining options. Lili Delites Corner Mart is your closest coffee stop at 0.2 miles, with Dunkin' and McDonald's about a half mile out. Planet Fitness is 0.5 miles away, Full Potential Fitness and Wellness is under a mile, and Roaming Yoga VA LLC is less than a mile for something lower-impact. Ebony Heights Park is a short walk at 0.3 miles, and Churchland Little League Baseball Fields are under a mile for families with young athletes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is six minutes from your front door — that's a commute that genuinely changes your daily quality of life. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is eleven minutes out. For a military household weighing a VA loan purchase in Hampton Roads, this location checks the boxes that matter most: short base commute, modern construction, and four bedrooms that flex with PCS cycles and changing family needs.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms, 2,400 square feet, and a half bath on the main level — this is the layout families outgrow their starter homes looking for. Built in 2017, you're not inheriting decades of deferred maintenance or outdated systems. Ebony Heights Park is a three-minute walk, and Churchland Little League Baseball Fields are under a mile away, which tells you something real about the neighborhood's family infrastructure.
More buyer questions
How far is 6200 Arthur Ave from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately six minutes from 6200 Arthur Ave by car. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find in the Portsmouth market for a home this size.
How far is 6200 Arthur Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about eleven minutes away by car. For households with a family member working or receiving care there, this location keeps that drive manageable.
What is the flood zone status for 6200 Arthur Ave?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any flood insurance requirements.
Is 6200 Arthur Ave part of an HOA?
HOA status for this property is listed in the property details above. If you have specific questions about any community rules or dues structure, reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan directly.
What are the nearest grocery stores to 6200 Arthur Ave?
Royal Farms, $delites, and Happy Shopper are all within 0.3 miles of the address, making everyday grocery runs genuinely quick and walkable for most households.
Want to see 6200 Arthur Ave in person or get your questions answered? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Portsmouth market well — reach out and let's talk.
