$405,040Average Value$212Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Quiet waterfront homes north of the Virginia Zoo
Away from the hustle and bustle of the Old Dominion University campus is Colonial Place, which includes the historic Riverview subdivision. Large waterfront homes with private docks are situated along the Lafayette River, and the Virginia Zoo is just 1 mile southeast of the neighborhood. The area also falls within the Norfolk Public Schools district, with Larchmont and Monroe elementary schools less than 2 miles away. Granby Street is the place to go for a bite to eat, and Mayflower Road takes drivers and bikers around town along the water’s edge.
Families frequently explore the Virginia Zoological Park in Colonial Place.
Residents enjoy waterfront homes with large front and backyards in Colonial Place.
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Grand old homes on Lafayette River
Colonial and Victorian homes line the quiet streets of this riverside neighborhood, where large waterfront homes with private docks sit along the banks of the Lafayette River. “Colonial Place has a lot of established families who have lived there a long time,” says Craig Boyer, an investors agent who has been working with property investors in the Norfolk area for over 14 years. “This is an area where you’ll see people walking their dogs and being friendly to their neighbors.” Single-story Craftsman homes and two-story colonials often can be priced between $400,000 and $600,000, while riverfront homes on Mayflower Road and Holly Avenue are valued between $450,000 and $800,000.
Waterfront Homes have boats ready to dock near the backyard in Colonial Place & River View.
Homes on waterfront
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Established colonials come with a price
Houses in Colonial Place and Riverview are more established, meaning they have long histories in the Norfolk area. As a result, these houses are grander and older and are going to cost more than in nearby neighborhoods, especially homes on the waterfront. There are also few renting options here, so students attending ODU may choose to live closer to Highland Park.
Colonial Place is beautifully surrounded by water for boating and fishing.
Colonial Place showcases a collection of beautifully restored Traditional style homes.
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Highly rated Norfolk City Public Schools
Students living in Colonial Place and Riverview can attend Ghent Elementary School, rated a B-minus on Niche, which is a public kindergarten through eighth-grade school that emphasizes a heavy focus on reading and writing. Ghent Elementary is just down the road from Maury High School, which earns a B-plus on Niche and offers a Medical and Health Specialties program in partnership with Eastern Virginia Medical School.
Ghent Elementary School is the home of the Suns and Rockets.
Maury High School in Colonial Place continues to excel in academics and athletics.
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A day at the Virginia Zoo
Residents enjoy visiting the Colonial Place Dog Park, a fully fenced green area in the Colonial Place Greenway. The Greenway is a park that also has a small playground, paved sidewalks and bike paths. Lafayette Park on Granby Street has a rugby pitch, disc golf course, tennis and basketball courts. It is also directly across Live Oak Avenue from the Virginia Zoo, with hundreds of animal species and a few themed gardens to explore.
Lafayette Park close to Colonial Place combines natural beauty and recreational amenities.
Friendly dogs greet you at the Colonial Place Greenway Dog Park in Colonial Place.
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Spend an afternoon on Granby Street
Over a dozen shops line Granby Street, such as MJ’s Tavern, a community-inclusive bar that serves from-scratch American comfort food and hosts karaoke nights. LeGrand Kitchen is a cozy neighborhood staple on the north side of town, and Pittie Dog Grill, which donates to local animal rescues, serves hot dogs, burgers, and fries. Locally owned Mary Barnett Gifts and Decorative Accessories is a home décor and gift shop that also helps with lighting repairs and restorations. The nearest Aldi and Food Lion are about 2 miles south of town, and the nearest Walmart is just off Ingleside Road, about 4 miles away.
MJ's Tavern in Colonial Place offers a delicious dinner and some lively conversation.
Residents chow down on a delicious hot dog at Pittie Dog Grill in Colonial Place.
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Colonial Place residents enjoy ODU events
Residents in Colonial Place and Riverview can attend sporting events, dance recitals and theater performances at the Old Dominion University campus. S.B. Ballard Stadium hosts ODU home football games, and the Goode Theatre is a great spot for attending musicals or plays. The Chartway Arena holds ODU basketball games, concerts, comedy shows, and graduations.
Cheer loudly as the Monarchs take the field in fun football games at ODU near Colonial Place.
Enjoy captivating performances at Goode Theater at ODU near Colonial Place.
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Convenient amenities on Colley Avenue and Granby Street
There are bus stops along Granby Street and Newport Avenue, but biking or walking around this small quiet neighborhood is easy. Most residents access everyday shopping destinations like Walgreens via Colley Avenue by car, and Norfolk International Airport is only about 6 miles east.
Commuters gather at the bustling bus stop in Colonial Place.
Walgreens in Colonial Place provides convenient access to essential healthcare and products.
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Colonial Place-Riverview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Colonial Place-Riverview, Norfolk sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Colonial Place-Riverview, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $405,500.
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