Why this home stands out
What sets 902 Cherokee Road apart is sheer everyday convenience. Groceries are literally across the street, a handful of restaurants are within a few steps of the front door, and two major military installations are under ten minutes away. For a 1970-built single-family home in Portsmouth with 1,474 square feet, three bedrooms, and a half-bath on top of the full bath, this address punches above its size in daily-life practicality.
HODGES MANOR and the Portsmouth real estate market
Cherokee Road sits in a well-established residential pocket of Portsmouth — a city that rewards people who look past the surface. Portsmouth carries genuine character: a working waterfront, a compact and walkable Olde Towne historic district, and neighborhoods where brick ranches and mid-century homes line streets shaded by mature trees. The 23701 zip code is one of Portsmouth's more centrally connected corridors, putting you within reach of the city's parks, its commercial strips, and the interstate network that ties Hampton Roads together. Portsmouth homes for sale in this part of the city tend to attract buyers who want real proximity to the naval community without paying Virginia Beach or Norfolk premiums. The city sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, and the Downtown Tunnel makes cross-river commutes manageable. Daily life here moves at a comfortable pace — neighbors know each other, parks are close, and the city's amenities are a short drive in any direction.
What's nearby
The grocery situation at 902 Cherokee Road is genuinely hard to beat: Food Lion and MP International Grocery are both within 0.1 miles, and a Dollar General is 0.7 miles out for quick fill-ins. For dinner without the drive, Mom & Son Thai Kitchen, Chick N Roll, and Chinese Gourmet Hibachi Express are all essentially at your doorstep. URBAN ICE, a local coffee shop, is about a mile away when you want a slower morning. Fitness options include TIGER Academy of Martial Arts at 0.2 miles and JGee Fitness, LLC at 0.7 miles. Portsmouth Volleyball Center is 0.2 miles away, Hodges Manor Park is half a mile out, and Portsmouth City Park is a mile down the road.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are each roughly nine minutes from 902 Cherokee Road — a commute that leaves real time in your day. Military families using a VA loan will appreciate the short drive times and the no-frills practicality of this neighborhood: groceries steps away, parks nearby, and a home sized right for a three-person household or a small and growing one.
For first-time buyers
If you're comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth as a first-time buyer, 902 Cherokee Road makes a strong case on logistics alone. Three bedrooms, 1,474 square feet, a full bath plus a half, and a location where you can walk to groceries and dinner — that combination is rare at this size. The 1970 build means the bones are solid, and the neighborhood is the kind of established, mature block that holds its footing over time.
More buyer questions
How far is 902 Cherokee Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately nine minutes from 902 Cherokee Road by car, making it one of the most convenient addresses in the city for NMCP staff and military families assigned there.
How far is 902 Cherokee Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about nine minutes away, so if you work at either installation, this address keeps your commute short from both directions.
Is 902 Cherokee Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for 902 Cherokee Road is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
What schools serve 902 Cherokee Road?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Simonsdale Elementary School will find that 902 Cherokee Road falls within those attendance zones — the Schools tile on this page has full details.
Are there groceries within walking distance of 902 Cherokee Road?
Yes — Food Lion and MP International Grocery are both within 0.1 miles, making 902 Cherokee Road one of the more walkable addresses for everyday errands in the homes for sale in 23701 market.
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