12 days on market
$214,000
42 Cooper Dr
Portsmouth, Virginia 23702
MLS# 10631919 · CRADOCK · Portsmouth VA
Updated May 6, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,349/mo
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Price / sq ft
$182
1,176 sq ft
Days on market
12
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1995
31 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,176
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryCradock Elementary School3/10
- MiddleCradock Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath attached home offering nearly 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space. This property features a functional layout with well-sized bedrooms, a bright living area, and great potential to make it your own. With just a little freshening up, this home can truly shine, wonderful for buyers looking to add personal touches or investors seeking value. Conveniently located and full of opportuni…
Listed by Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 42 Cooper Drive — a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Portsmouth's historic Cradock neighborhood, just four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. At 1,176 square feet on a compact lot, it offers an efficient, low-maintenance footprint with quick access to two major military installations.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 42 Cooper Drive apart is its rare combination of military proximity and neighborhood character. Built in 1995, the home sits inside one of Portsmouth's most storied planned communities, yet it's a short drive to two installations. Paradise Creek Nature Park is literally steps away, giving you green space and waterfront trails without leaving the neighborhood. That kind of balance — base access plus genuine outdoor amenity — is hard to find at this scale.
CRADOCK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Cradock is one of the oldest planned communities in the United States, developed in the early 20th century to house shipyard workers and their families. Walking its streets today, you'll notice the consistent architectural character — brick bungalows, tree-lined avenues, and a grid layout that still feels intentional and human-scaled. The neighborhood sits in the southern part of Portsmouth, a city that punches above its weight for livability: waterfront dining, a revitalized downtown, and deep military roots. If you've been searching and stumbled across h2o townhomes or similar Portsmouth listings, Cradock offers something those newer developments can't replicate — a sense of place that took a century to build. Residents here tend to stay, which keeps the community tight-knit and the streets quiet. Portsmouth itself connects easily to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Suffolk via the Downtown Tunnel and major corridors, making the broader Hampton Roads region genuinely accessible from this address.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from 42 Cooper Drive. The Scott Center Annex Commissary is just half a mile away — a real advantage for military families stocking up on base. Geraldine's Kitchen, Darla's Seafood, and Mama Chan's Chinese Take-Out are all within 0.6 miles when you'd rather let someone else cook. Dunkin' and Mariner's Reef Cafe are under a mile for your morning routine. For fitness, Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center and Planet Fitness are both within a mile. Best of all, Afton Square, Paradise Creek, and Paradise Creek Nature Park are just 0.3 miles away — walkable green space right outside your door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is four minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five. For active-duty households, that kind of commute is genuinely rare in Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make this address even more accessible, and BAH rates for the Portsmouth area tend to align well with homes at this size and price point. Less time commuting means more time at home.
For first-time buyers
A 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in an established neighborhood, steps from a nature park, with two military bases under five minutes away — 42 Cooper Drive checks a lot of boxes for a first purchase. The 1,176-square-foot layout is manageable without feeling cramped, and Cradock's community character means you're buying into a neighborhood with real staying power, not just a house.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 42 Cooper Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 4 minutes by car from 42 Cooper Drive, making it one of the closest residential options to the shipyard in the Portsmouth area.
How far is 42 Cooper Drive from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 5 minutes away — a genuinely short commute that's hard to beat for Coast Guard personnel stationed there.
What is the Cradock neighborhood like in Portsmouth?
Cradock is a historic planned community developed in the early 1900s, known for its consistent brick architecture, walkable grid streets, and strong community identity — one of the most distinctive neighborhoods in all of Portsmouth.
Is 42 Cooper Drive near any parks or green space?
Yes — Afton Square, Paradise Creek, and Paradise Creek Nature Park are all within 0.3 miles, offering walkable access to trails and natural waterfront scenery right in the neighborhood.
Is 42 Cooper Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 42 Cooper Drive is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for this specific parcel.
Curious about 42 Cooper Drive or other homes in Cradock? Tom and Dariya Milan know this market well — reach out and let's talk through what fits your situation.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
42 Cooper DR, Portsmouth
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,176
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
None
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$214,000
Price / Sq Ft
$182
Annual Taxes
$2,115
Monthly Tax
$176
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.99%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 28, 2026 | $214,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $214,000 | — |
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About buying in Portsmouth
Portsmouth combines historic naval heritage with affordable, character-rich neighborhoods. Olde Towne Portsmouth offers tree-lined streets of restored 18th- and 19th-century homes with sweeping Elizabeth River views — one of the largest collections of pre-Revolutionary architecture in the country. Churchland, Cradock, and West Park View provide established family neighborhoods at price points well below comparable Norfolk or Virginia Beach properties. The city is home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, one of the Navy's oldest and largest, ensuring consistent demand from civilian shipyard workers and active-duty Navy personnel.
Military Commute
Drive times to nearest basesDrive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.
Estimate your monthly payment
$1,349/moPrincipal & interest
$1,110
Property tax
$176
Home insurance
$62
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by Benham Real Estate LLC · MLS# 10631919
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$214,000
42 Cooper DR, PORTSMOUTH VA 23702
Portsmouth, Virginia 23702
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