Why this home stands out
Square footage is the first thing you notice here. At 3,160 square feet, 6295 Ark Road gives you room that is genuinely hard to find at this size in Gloucester. The 1977 build era means solid construction with proportions that newer tract homes rarely match. Three full baths across four bedrooms means no one is waiting in line. Ark Road itself is a low-traffic rural corridor, so the driveway feels like a destination rather than a stop.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Ark Road sits in the rural western reaches of Gloucester County, where lots run large and neighbors are not stacked on top of each other. The surrounding landscape is a mix of mature hardwoods, open fields, and long driveways — the kind of setting that makes Gloucester homes for sale stand out from denser suburban markets across the Hampton Roads region. Gloucester County operates without a traditional city center, but the county seat at Gloucester Courthouse anchors civic life with a historic courthouse green that dates to the colonial era. Route 17 is the main commercial spine, running north to south through the county and connecting you to Yorktown and Williamsburg to the south. The drive to everyday services is measured in minutes, not blocks, which is simply the trade-off for this much space and quiet. Gloucester's waterfront character shows up in its marinas, seafood heritage, and the wide tidal creeks that cut through the county. The Middle Peninsula lifestyle here is unhurried, and the community has a strong sense of place built around local farms, watermen, and long-established neighborhoods.
What's nearby
Gloucester Courthouse Village is about 10 minutes east on Route 17, where you will find the county library, local shops, and the historic green. Wal-Mart Supercenter and a cluster of national retailers sit along the Route 17 corridor near the courthouse, handling most weekly errands. Gloucester's Main Street district adds locally owned restaurants and boutiques worth exploring. York River State Park is roughly 25 minutes south, offering trails, kayak launches, and river access. Colonial Williamsburg and the broader Historic Triangle are about 35 minutes away, making a weekend afternoon there entirely reasonable. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 25 minutes south via Route 17.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Camp Peary is about 16 minutes from 6295 Ark Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 25 minutes south on Route 17. VA loan financing is commonly used in Gloucester County, and the property's size means it can accommodate a full household without compromise. Four bedrooms and three full baths give you flexibility from day one. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Gloucester with a base commute in mind will find this address worth a close look.
Room to grow
Four bedrooms and three full baths across 3,160 square feet give you real separation between living and sleeping areas. The 1977 footprint includes room proportions that open-plan newer builds often sacrifice for aesthetics. A rural lot on Ark Road means outdoor space is not an afterthought. There is storage capacity here that smaller homes simply cannot offer, and the layout supports multiple schedules running at once without the house feeling crowded.
More buyer questions
How far is 6295 Ark Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is about 16 minutes from 6295 Ark Road under typical driving conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 25 minutes south via Route 17.
What is the lot like at 6295 Ark Road?
The property sits on a rural corridor in western Gloucester County, where lots tend to run larger than suburban alternatives. Ark Road itself carries light traffic, giving the setting a quiet, private character.
Is 6295 Ark Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Gloucester County includes both high-ground and flood-prone areas, so reviewing that information is a smart step.
How old is the home at 6295 Ark Road?
The home was built in 1977, putting it in a construction era known for solid framing and generous room proportions. At 3,160 square feet, the footprint reflects the larger floor plans common to that period.
Where is 6295 Ark Road relative to Route 17?
Ark Road connects to the Route 17 corridor, Gloucester's main commercial spine, in roughly 10 minutes. That puts grocery stores, pharmacies, and everyday retail within a short drive.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 6295 Ark Road and get straight answers about what this address offers.
