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Modernizing community spaces in a former southside Norfolk streetcar suburb
The selling points for Campostella have always been in flux; although truthfully named for a Confederate captain’s daughter, early developers of the area added an ‘O’ to Camp Stella, crafting an Italian sensibility for the land whose name translates to “well-lit star.” Long decades of industrialization along the Elizabeth River transformed the area into a gridded streetcar suburb, though later decades of disinvestment and redlining decreased property values and amenities through the later 20th century. One thing that hasn’t changed is Campostella’s centrality to the rest of Norfolk, settled against the river's barge-staggered southern bank and across the water from the buzzier waterfront and downtown areas along the northside. “If you cross the Campostella Bridge, you’re at Norfolk State University, but on the other side, you’re closer to Chesapeake,” says Vanda Kennedy, a sales associate with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services who specializes in Hampton Roads real estate. “It’s very affordable, and you just drive five minutes to get anywhere.” Activism around citywide infrastructure projects paired with modernizing school and recreation spaces are helping to ensure Campostella is well-positioned to serve its community in years to come, complementing its excellent position between Hampton Roads commuter hubs.
New developments rise in Campostella, a neighborhood on low-lying areas in Norfolk.
Steeped in history, the Campostella neighborhood showcases the legacy of Norfolk’s rapid growth.
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Southside river industry and crossing the Campostella Bridge to downtown Norfolk
Riverside industrial areas crowd the banks of the Elizabeth River on Campostella’s northern edge, including Colonna’s Shipyard. Crossing the Campostella Bridge, downtown Norfolk is around 3 miles away, with Norfolk State University’s campus sprawling just on the other side of the river. While the Campostella Bridge is undergoing construction through 2025, the nearby Berkley Bridge also offers access to northern Norfolk without staggered lane closures. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is around 4 miles away in Portsmouth. While Amtrak trains pass by on railroad tracks west of Campostella, the nearest station is also across the river. Hampton Regional Transit buses run several routes throughout Campostella. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is around 4 miles away, and Norfolk International Airport is nearly 10 miles away.
Campostella is in proximity to Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth, and the shipyard.
Campostella Bridge spans Norfolk’s waterways, offering views of the shipyard industry.
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Prewar single-family homes from $100,000
On tightly packed blocks, a blend of prewar and midcentury single-family homes settle close to Campostella’s extensive sidewalk system. Prewar bungalows and simple National homes with porches are common, as are slightly newer ranch-style and minimal traditional homes; these homes typically sell for $100,000 to $350,000. Newer construction built on empty lots since the 1990s sell for $270,000 to $425,000. While many homes are in good condition throughout Campostella, some blocks are pocketed by homes with significant rehabilitation needs or vacant lots turned into urban prairie. The neighborhood’s proximity to downtown Norfolk, as well as its lower housing prices, attract plenty of investors alongside owner occupants, something that is reflected in its faster-than-average real estate market. Nationally, homes sell in an average of 45 days, while the average Campostella property sells in just 27. Campostella’s CAP Index crime score of 4 is on par with the national average, but some violent crime scores are higher than average.
Homes in Campostella include Queen Anne style.
Older homes and newly constructed homes sit side by side in some areas of Campostella.
Many Campostella homes include two-car garages.
Even the smallest homes in Campostella ooze that sought-after historic charm.
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The Southside Aquatics Center and Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library
While some Norfolk city pools are open only through the warmer months, the indoor Southside Aquatics Center invites swimmers to breathe in the chlorinated air and do some laps all year long. While free swims are popular, so are events like swim meets and aerobic classes. A playground and some athletic courts are available between the Diggs Town Recreation Center and Berkley Campostella Early Childhood Education Center. The Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library opened off Campostella Road in 2021, bringing the community a modern, multimedia library space and a sprawling outdoor Nature Explorium, inviting kids to explore learning stations on the surrounding grounds. Outside of being a hub for multimedia learning, the library also brings the community together for events like the Stop the Violence Team’s annual Juneteenth Parade.
Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library in Campostella serves as a local hub for knowledge.
The Aquatic Center offers fun and fitness to the neighborhood year-round in Campostella.
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Shopping and dining on Poindexter Street, in the Waterside District
Beyond a few scattered fast-food restaurants, Campostella does not have much of a shopping or dining scene. About a mile down Poindexter Street, diners can stop to pick up food at casual spots like Mak’s Chinese Restaurant and Sal’s NY Pizza and Subs. The E. Palmer Supermarket is a locally owned grocery store that stocks international pantry staples about a mile away from home. Throughout Campostella, small community churches like the Campostella Heights Seventh-Day Adventist Church hold religious services. "If you go across a small bridge, downtown’s not far, and the Waterside District. You can go enjoy the city life easily,” Kennedy notes.
Mak's Chinese Food, a nearby Campostella favorite, brings the community together over great
Lunchtime lines form at Mak's Chinese Food, a popular spot nearby to Campostella locals.
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A STEM Academy at the former Campostella Elementary School
Kids can attend kindergarten through eighth grade in their neighborhood at Southside STEM Academy at Campostella, which earns a C-minus from Niche. The STEM Academy replaced the former Campostella Elementary School when it opened in 2018, offering kids project-based curriculum based around science, technology, engineering and math. Lake Taylor High School also earns a C-minus.
Students at Southside STEM Academy at Campostella engage in experiments in science classes.
Older students of Campostella can expect to attend Lake Taylor High School.
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Planning for future storm surge on Norfolk’s southside
The Norfolk Coastal Storm Risk Management Project has begun rolling out plans for combatting future 100-year storms, but residents of Norfolk’s southside began sounding the alarm on holes in the plan in 2023. Initial analysis by the Army Corps of Engineers did not call for building structures like floodwalls on the Elizabeth River’s southern bank due in part to 20th-century redlining practices that intentionally devalued the properties in the southside’s historically Black communities. Activists, especially from the low-lying Campostella Heights area and neighboring southside communities like Berkley, banded together to advocate for a reevaluation of the Army Corps’ property value analysis, something which Norfolk’s City Council agreed was important. Finalized plans for Campostella’s protective infrastructure will become clearer in the next few years; the overall project is expected to be finished in 2032.
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Campostella Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Campostella, Norfolk sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Campostella, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $275,000.
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Finding a home that feels like a retreat & gives you room to breathe is rare — but this brand-new 5-bedroom, 3-bath beauty delivers exactly that. Inside, an open-concept floorplan designed for real life: a spacious kitchen with a large island breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, & durable LVP flooring that keeps everything looking crisp & clean.The primary suite & an
Build your dream home with water views across from the Elizabeth River! Access 1915 Arlington Ave from the cul de sac. There are two additional flag lots that you access from Montclair, 1919 and 1923 Arlington Ave.Three lots total. Near the Southside STEM Academy at Campostella, interstate and bases!
STOP THE CAR! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is priced aggressively below market value for a quick sale. Featuring hardwood floors throughout, a newer roof and windows, and a gorgeous kitchen with stainless steel appliances, this move-in-ready home offers incredible value. See this beauty today before it’s gone!
Brand new construction in Norfolk offering modern style, flexible living space, and water views! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features approximately 2,000 square feet with a functional open layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The first-floor bedroom and full bath provide the perfect setup for guests, multigenerational living, or a home office. Upstairs you’ll find spacious
INVESTOR SPECIAL – SOLD AS-IS! Prime opportunity to add value in Norfolk’s Campostella neighborhood. This all-brick 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a spacious layout and plenty of potential for renovation and value-add improvements. The generous floor plan provides a solid foundation for an investor looking to renovate, hold, or potentially resell. Bring your contractor, investor mindset, and
This lovingly maintained home offers the right blend of comfort, updates, & location. The kitchen boasts granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and attractive lpv flooring that flows seamlessly into an inviting dining area. The open LR provides ample space and natural light, great for relaxing or entertaining.The ceiling fans throughout together with the newer HVAC (2024) ensure your
BEAUTIFUL Deep WATERFRONT new construction boasts an open floorplan w an amazing chefs' kitchen!Stunning water views of the Elizabeth River fr the living room, kitchen and sun room! Spacious media room with a water view balcony on the 2nd flr. Flowing flrplan has an in law suite on the 1st flr. **Tankless Wtr Htr & Generator Connectivity. The Craftsmanship is amazing.square footage per seller.
SELLER OFFERING 3% CLOSING COST ASSISTANCE WITH A FULL-PRICE OFFER! Welcome to 1149 Wilson Road in Norfolk where fresh updates meet comfortable indoor and outdoor living. Come inside to find new flooring, fresh paint, updated lighting and ceiling fans, stainless steel appliances, and new bathroom vanities. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace adding warmth and character to the space.
Welcome to 916 Hatton St—an exceptional home blending style, comfort and efficiency in a convenient Hampton Roads location... Fully renovated in 2017, energy-generating solar panels, a spacious 2-car garage and oversized driveway with ample off-street parking. Elegant 42” kitchen cabinetry, generous granite counters, plus new stove and microwave (2025). Rear den boasts soaring cathedral ceilings,
Great opportunity to own a vacant residential lot in Norfolk! Located at 1600 Berkley Ave Ext, this approximately 0.15-acre lot offers potential for residential development or investment. Conveniently located near major roadways, shopping, dining, schools, and other area amenities. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding zoning, building requirements, utilities, setbacks, permits, and
Classic character meets modern luxury! This turnkey 3-bed, 2-bath home has undergone a 2026 transformation. Nestled on an expansive 8,837 sq ft lot with a fully fenced backyard, it offers rare, generous outdoor space for the neighborhood. Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully updated for maximum comfort and efficiency. Enjoy a brand-new HVAC system, a new 1st-floor water heater, and a
This unit has 3 large bedrooms. Open living/Dining area off the kitchen. Electric baseboard heat and window unit AC's. Updated kitchen and bathroom. Ready for a quick move in.
Welcome to 1100 Wilson Rd! Located conveniently just 8 minutes from Downtown Norfolk and close by the the Shipyard in South Norfolk/Chesapeake, this home is in immaculate condition.Come into a spacious living room with a large ceiling fan and plenty of natural light. The kitchen features a stainless steel range, a roomy fridge, and ample cabinets for organization.Laundry
Property Id: 1941793 2bdr with a third living space that can be used as a office, nursery, or 3bdr. 1ba. Completed renovated with stainless steel appliances. Shared private Low maintenance outside retreat. Not common for this area. Central AC and Heat, washer and dryer. Location is everything! Nestled near downtown Norfolk, you'll have quick access to shopping, dining, and major highways,
Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home offers an open floor plan comfortable for everyday living and a large fenced in yard. Upstairs you'll find spacious bedrooms with generous closets & a nice laundry space. Centrally located with convenient access to major interstates, downtown Norfolk, Chesapeake, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, shopping, dining & more.MINIMUM CREDIT SCORE REQUIREMENT OF AT LEAST A
?? 1010 Joyce St, Norfolk, VA 23523?? Rent: $2,500/month??? 5 Bedrooms | ?? 3 BathroomsSpacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home available for rent in Norfolk!Features:??? 5 spacious bedrooms?? 3 full bathrooms?? Fenced-in yard?? Deck — great for relaxing or entertaining?? Front porch??
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