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Portsmouth Real Estate and Homes
General Info
Portsmouth's historic districts feature a rich diversity of architectural styles. It also has one of the oldest working harbors in the country. Cruise into Portsmouth at Mile Marker Zero on the Intracoastal Waterway, and discover the perfect getaway destination. You can see a wide range of ships passing by the famous Seawall. Home of the deepest natural harbor, Portsmouth gives boaters easy access to the ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. This maritime community welcomes more than 12,000 boaters annually and is equipped to handle boats of all shapes and sizes.
Entertainment
There's plenty to do in Portsmouth:
- Visit the city's museums.
- Dine in a variety of fine restaurants.
- Shop at boutiques and galleries along High Street.
- Catch a movie at the Commodore Theatre.
- Take a harbor cruise aboard the Carrie B.
- Take a self-guided walking tour or a narrated trolley tour through historic Olde Towne.
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the Seawall.
- Or find your own adventure!
Population
According to a 2002 Census estimate, the population of Portsmouth is 99,790.
Recreation
Visit the Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve, a 142-acre site that includes wetlands, a heavily wooded forest and a unique saltwater lake. Golf at the recently renovated Bide-A-Wee Golf Course, an 18-hole championship facility. There's also Suffolk Golf Course, an 18-hole championship course that's fun for the entire family. Or head to Portsmouth City Park, a 93-acre landscaped park along the Western Branch of the Elizabeth River, which includes a nine-hole executive course.
