Why this home stands out
What sets 6295 Ark Road apart is the combination of generous square footage and a 1977-era build that typically means solid construction, larger rooms, and lot sizes that newer subdivisions rarely match. Four bedrooms and three full baths across 3,160 square feet means everyone gets space — and Gloucester's relaxed, semi-rural character means you're not trading square footage for a postage-stamp yard to get it.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula between the York River and the Piankatank River, and it carries a distinct personality: unhurried, community-oriented, and genuinely scenic without being remote. The county seat, Gloucester Courthouse, anchors the area with a historic district, local dining, and small-business retail that residents tend to fiercely support. Ark Road runs through the kind of Gloucester landscape that draws people here in the first place — mature trees, generous lot spacing, and a pace that feels intentional rather than accidental. You're still connected: US-17 is the main artery linking Gloucester to the broader Hampton Roads and Peninsula corridor, and the Coleman Bridge puts Yorktown and the rest of the Virginia Peninsula within a straightforward commute. Families comparing Gloucester homes for sale often find the county's low-density feel is exactly what they were looking for after years in tighter suburban markets.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are manageable from Ark Road. Gloucester's Main Street corridor puts grocery options, pharmacies, and casual dining within a short drive north on US-17. Gloucester Point, just south near the Coleman Bridge, offers waterfront access and public boat ramps along the York River — a genuine perk for anyone who enjoys fishing or being on the water. Williamsburg is roughly 30 minutes west, adding a full range of retail, dining, and cultural attractions to your orbit. For outdoor time closer to home, Beaverdam Park in Gloucester County provides trails, a reservoir, and kayak launches that make a weekend morning worthwhile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 16 minutes from 6295 Ark Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits roughly 25 minutes away — both well within a practical daily commute. A VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than many families expect, and Gloucester's lower cost of living compared to Virginia Beach or Norfolk stretches a BAH allotment meaningfully. The space, the quiet, and the proximity are a combination worth looking at seriously.
For families upgrading
If your current home is feeling tight, 3,160 square feet across four bedrooms and three baths gives everyone room to spread out — including a dedicated guest room or home office without anyone doubling up. Gloucester's lot sizes and tree-lined roads mean kids have outdoor space that doesn't require a trip to a park. For families weighing their next move, 6295 Ark Road offers the kind of square footage and elbow room that's genuinely hard to find at this scale closer to the water.
More buyer questions
How far is 6295 Ark Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 25 minutes from 6295 Ark Road via US-17 south and the Coleman Bridge. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion common on the south side of Hampton Roads.
How far is 6295 Ark Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is about 16 minutes from the property, making it one of the closer installations to this part of Gloucester County. The drive follows US-17 south toward Yorktown.
Is 6295 Ark Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel. Gloucester County does have areas of varying flood risk, so reviewing that tile is worthwhile.
What is the lot and property type at 6295 Ark Road?
6295 Ark Road is a single-family residential property built in 1977, offering 3,160 square feet with four bedrooms and three full baths. Gloucester's land patterns in this area typically mean meaningful lot depth and separation from neighboring properties.
Does 6295 Ark Road have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is confirmed through current listing documentation — ask your agent to verify whether any homeowners association applies to this address before making an offer.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester and the broader Peninsula well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 6295 Ark Road.
