Why this home stands out
What sets 806 Henry Street apart is its rare combination of four bedrooms in a compact, efficient footprint — a layout that maximizes every square foot without wasted space. Add in the half-bath convenience for guests, a 1991 build that sits in the sweet spot between modern construction standards and established neighborhood character, and proximity to not one but two major military installations within a three-minute drive.
ALL OTHERS AREA 12 and the Norfolk real estate market
Henry Street sits within Norfolk, Virginia — a city that punches well above its weight in history, culture, and everyday livability. Norfolk is home to one of the largest naval complexes in the world, yet daily life here feels grounded and neighborhood-scaled. The area around 806 Henry Street carries that same energy: streets lined with mature trees, a mix of working families and long-term residents, and the kind of community where people actually know their neighbors. You're close enough to downtown Norfolk to enjoy its restaurants, waterfront, and arts scene, but far enough removed to come home to something quieter. The city's network of parks, community centers, and transit options means you're rarely stuck in one place. Whether you're drawn to Norfolk for a military assignment, a career at one of the region's major medical centers, or simply the value and variety this corner of Hampton Roads delivers, Henry Street puts you right in the middle of it all.
What's nearby
Everyday errands are genuinely easy from 806 Henry Street. Grocery options, pharmacies, and convenience stores are all within a short drive, and the broader Military Highway and Tidewater Drive corridors give you access to nearly any retail or dining need. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is three minutes away — as is USCG Base Portsmouth — making gate-to-door commutes almost nonexistent. Downtown Norfolk's waterfront dining, MacArthur Center, and the Chrysler Museum of Art are all reachable in under fifteen minutes. For green space, Norfolk Botanical Garden and several city parks are close enough for a weekend morning without a major commitment.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and three minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math here is hard to argue with. Four bedrooms means room for a home office, a nursery, or visiting family during PCS transitions. If you're using a VA loan, this location and price range tend to work well within typical BAH rates for the Hampton Roads area.
For first-time buyers
Four bedrooms at this address gives first-time buyers more flexibility than you'd expect at this size — whether that's a dedicated home office, a guest room, or space to grow into. The 1991 build means you're not dealing with the unknowns of a much older home, and the proximity to two major military installations keeps the neighborhood's long-term demand steady.
More buyer questions
How far is 806 Henry Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes from 806 Henry Street by car, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the area.
How far is 806 Henry Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also roughly three minutes away, so personnel assigned to either installation share essentially the same commute advantage from this address.
What is the square footage and layout of 806 Henry Street?
The home offers 1,251 square feet of living space configured across four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, built in 1991.
Is 806 Henry Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA map data specific to this address.
Does 806 Henry Street have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is not indicated in the available data; confirming directly with the listing agent or reviewing the title documents will give you a definitive answer.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Norfolk market well — reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 806 Henry Street and get your questions answered firsthand.
