New Homes in Portsmouth

New construction homes have become an increasingly desirable option for many looking to purchase real estate in Portsmouth. With a brand new home, one has the luxury of customization and no unwanted surprises. There's no replacing appliances or fixtures, as they're all straight from the factory. Some new homes even offer warranties. Buyers can rest assured that their residence will meet their personal or family's needs – all while designing their dream home at an affordable price.

Options

If buyers opt to build, they are able to do so on vacant land or in an existing new construction neighborhood in the city. Choosing this option allows a buyer to not only customize a floor plan, but select their own appliance colors, carpet, wood flooring, cabinets, countertops, exterior vinyl, roof, fixtures and ceramic tile colors from builder samples. They also include unique interior and exterior structural features, and are marked by their distinctive design and amenities.

Neighborhoods

Some new construction neighborhoods in Portsmouth include: River's Edge at Quailshire, First Watch at Riverpointe, Gwaltney Acres, Brighton, Highland Park, Westhaven, Cavalier Manor, Prentis Park, Cradock, Gateway at Sterling Point, Truxton and Westbury Place. Gwaltney Acres is a lovely golf course community with a private pond that's perfect for families. It offers spacious yards, cul-de-sacs and a great location- near shopping, dining and recreation. Additionally, Tidewater Community College and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both nearby.

The Gateway at Sterling Point neighborhood starts from $254,900 and offers an assortment of options to create a comfortable and accommodating home for the buyer. Residents have access to Sterling Lake, overlooked by a private gazebo and lawn maintenance is taken care of by the homeowner's association. First Watch at Riverpointe is a private, gated community of 147 homes. Starting at $199,900, the classy neighborhood has a lighthouse and clubhouse for its residents. Furthermore, all of Hampton Roads' attractions are just a short drive away – including sports, arts and museums.

Using an Agent

When building a personalized home in Hampton Roads, there is often a high level of flexibility in the building process to ensure these dream homes meet their owners' expectations. Using an agent in this process will help in many ways. An agent can assist by directing buyers to newly built homes that specifically match their criteria. They can also recommend builders based on their reputation and experience in delivering a high-quality and reasonably priced product. A buyer with an agent will likely have more favor when negotiating for a new construction home or vacant lot. Additionally, agents can help buyers choose between hundreds of design and upgrade options and can recommend those which will add value to one's real estate when it comes time to sell.