Why this home stands out
What sets 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle apart is the combination of an established 1986 build — meaning mature trees, settled landscaping, and solid construction — with a Gloucester address that keeps you genuinely removed from the congestion of the Peninsula corridor. The cul-de-sac setting means low cut-through traffic and a tighter sense of community on the street. At 1,868 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, the floor plan is efficient without feeling cramped.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula along the York River, and it carries the kind of unhurried, small-town energy that draws people here and keeps them. The county seat — Gloucester Courthouse — anchors the area with its historic district, locally owned shops, and a farmers market that regulars plan their weekends around. Lord Fairfax Circle drops you into a residential pocket of Gloucester that feels genuinely residential: tree-lined streets, established lots, and neighbors who tend to stay. Gloucester County is governed independently of any incorporated city, which gives it a distinct identity and a slower pace that contrasts sharply with the denser parts of Hampton Roads. The York River is close enough to shape the lifestyle here — waterfront parks, fishing access, and the kind of horizon views that remind you why people choose this corner of coastal Virginia in the first place. Daily errands are handled along the Route 17 corridor without much fuss.
What's nearby
Gloucester Courthouse Village is roughly ten minutes away and covers the basics well — grocery options, pharmacies, hardware, and a handful of sit-down restaurants that locals actually return to. The Wal-Mart Supercenter on George Washington Memorial Highway handles larger supply runs. For green space, Beaverdam Park offers trails, a reservoir, and kayak launches that are genuinely worth the short drive. The Coleman Bridge connects Gloucester to Yorktown in minutes, opening up the Colonial Parkway, Riverwalk Landing, and the broader Historic Triangle. Newport News and the broader Peninsula are accessible without requiring a daily commitment to bridge-tunnel traffic.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 23 minutes from 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits roughly 29 minutes out — both reachable without touching the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. A VA loan can make this kind of Gloucester County home particularly accessible, and the low-traffic cul-de-sac setting is the kind of environment military families tend to prioritize when they want a stable, quiet home base between deployments.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and nearly 1,900 square feet give a growing family real room to spread out. The cul-de-sac address on Lord Fairfax Circle means kids have a low-traffic place to be outside, and Gloucester County's pace of life is a genuine draw for families comparing homes for sale in Gloucester who want space without sacrificing proximity to work and amenities along the Route 17 corridor.
More buyer questions
How far is 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 29 minutes from 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle under typical conditions, heading south via the Coleman Bridge and Route 17. The route avoids the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel entirely.
How far is 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 23 minutes from the address, making it one of the closer military installations accessible from Gloucester County without significant bridge or tunnel delays.
Is 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
What is the lot and street setting like at Lord Fairfax Circle?
The address sits on a cul-de-sac circle, which typically means minimal cut-through vehicle traffic and a more defined neighborhood feel. Gloucester County lots in this era of development tend to include mature trees and established landscaping.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home like 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle?
Yes — a VA loan is generally applicable to single-family residential properties in Gloucester County, and eligible service members and veterans often use it as their primary financing path for homes in this area. A lender familiar with VA guidelines can confirm eligibility specifics for this property type.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well — reach out to get honest, specific answers about 8174 Lord Fairfax Circle and what ownership here actually looks like.
