Why this home stands out
What sets 6208 Ruth Drive apart is the combination of genuine square footage and bedroom count that's hard to find in this price range of Gloucester County. Five bedrooms gives growing households real flexibility — a dedicated home office, a guest room, and still room to spare. The 2007 build means you're working with modern construction bones: tighter insulation, updated electrical, and layouts designed for how people actually live today.
COURTHOUSE SQUARE and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula, tucked between the York River and the Piankatank River, and it carries a character all its own. This is small-town Virginia done right — a working courthouse square, independent shops, and a genuine sense of community that larger Hampton Roads cities can't replicate. The county seat, Gloucester Courthouse, is just minutes away, giving you access to local government services, the library, and a handful of locally loved restaurants and cafes without fighting suburban traffic. Life here moves at a pace that feels deliberate rather than slow. Outdoor recreation is woven into the fabric of the area, with the water never far and rural roads ideal for cycling and running. Gloucester is increasingly popular with buyers who want proximity to the Hampton Roads metro — via the Coleman Bridge into Yorktown — without paying urban prices or living in a dense subdivision.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from Ruth Drive. Food Lion is just 0.7 miles away, and a Walmart Supercenter sits 0.9 miles out for larger stock-up runs. Ware Neck Produce, also under a mile, is a local favorite for fresh seasonal goods. When you want to eat out, The Brew, No 1 Restaurant, and Porter's On Main are all within 0.7 miles — a solid lineup for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal. Sweet Tooth Cafe and Kelsick Specialty Market handle your coffee needs nearby. Staying active is straightforward too, with Riverside Wellness & Fitness Center at 0.7 miles and Bayaging Gloucester Active Lifestyle Center at 0.9 miles. Tucker Store Pocket Park is a quick walk away for fresh air without a drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is an 18-minute drive from 6208 Ruth Drive, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 25 minutes out — making this address a practical choice for service members stationed at either installation. Five bedrooms means the whole family has space, and Gloucester's lower cost of living helps VA loan dollars stretch further than they would closer to the base gates.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current home, 2,716 square feet across five bedrooms gives everyone room to breathe. Gloucester County offers the kind of community feel that's hard to manufacture — neighbors who wave, parks within walking distance, and a downtown you'll actually use. This is the kind of address where kids grow up and parents put down roots.
More buyer questions
How far is 6208 Ruth Drive from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 18 minutes from 6208 Ruth Drive under normal traffic conditions. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion common to the broader Hampton Roads area.
How far is 6208 Ruth Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 25 minutes from the property, crossing the Coleman Bridge into York County. It's a scenic commute along the York River corridor.
What is the flood risk at 6208 Ruth Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which reflects the most current FEMA map data available for Gloucester County.
Is there an HOA at 6208 Ruth Drive?
HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details section. Gloucester County has a mix of HOA and non-HOA neighborhoods, so it's worth confirming the current status directly.
What grocery stores are close to 6208 Ruth Drive?
Food Lion is just 0.7 miles away, a Walmart Supercenter is 0.9 miles out, and Ware Neck Produce — a local favorite — is also within a mile, giving you solid options for everyday shopping.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well. Reach out to get your questions answered and find out whether 6208 Ruth Drive is the right fit for your next chapter.
