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A riverside Norfolk suburb with everything close by
Lafayette-Winona is a peaceful neighborhood between the Lafayette River and Tidewater Drive near the heart of Norfolk. The quiet, rounded streets conform to the natural shape of the river’s coastline at the western edge, allowing older homes to overlook the river and marshland. With additional access to Norfolk Public Schools and Old Dominion University (ODU), as well as downtown entertainment and dining, the neighborhood provides a slice of suburban life near the city's heart.
Lafayette-Winona features split-level Arts and Crafts homes with timeless curb appeal.
Farmer's markets line the streets with tasty homemade goods and produce in Lafayette-Winona.
Families enjoy leafy parks in Lafayette-Winona while children climb and swing nearby.
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Older riverside Norfolk homes
In Lafayette-Winona, well-maintained front lawns are often landscaped with neatly shaped hedges in curved garden beds with ancient oaks hanging over them. This greenery is matched with Victorian and Colonial Revival homes standing tall next to smaller Arts and Crafts and Coastal Cottage-style homes. Homes in the area can go from a two-bedroom house at around $275,000 to a four-bedroom at about $500,000. “The neighborhood is not a newer suburban area, so it provides a nicer old selection of houses than other Norfolk neighborhoods,” says Robert Puentes, an ODU graduate and CEO of the Eno Center for Transportation, a transportation think tank.
Victorian homes in Lafayette-Winona bring timeless style to the neighborhood.
Colonial-style homes with manicured hedges stand proudly in Lafayette-Winona.
Homebuyers admire Lafayette-Winona’s colorful Arts and Crafts homes with handcrafted details.
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Norfolk Public Schools and AP programs
Norfolk Public Schools serves students in Lafayette-Winona. They can begin at Lindenwood Elementary School, and then move on to Norview Middle School. Both schools receive a C-minus on Niche. Students finish their education at the B-plus-rated Maury High School, which leads Norfolk Public Schools in participation and achievement in Advance Placement (AP) programs with higher scores than average. ODU is only a three-mile drive on 26th Street for those seeking higher education and was voted “Best for Vets” in Virginia by Military Times.
Lindenwood Elementary supports Lafayette-Winona students with a welcoming academic atmosphere.
Norview Middle School in Lafayette-Winona earns a C rating from Niche.
Maury High School in Lafayette-Winona excels in academics and athletics with a rich legacy.
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Playtime for Norfolk puppies and people
On the banks of the Lafayette River are the Lafayette Residence and Dog Parks, the only parks in the Lafayette-Winona area. The playground's neutral browns, greens and blues give the impression that the climbing structures and slides are naturally occurring landscape features. The adjacent fully fenced dog park is great for residents to take their pups to burn off some energy; it offers agility course equipment and plenty of grassy fields to run in.
Locals enjoy shaded strolls at Lafayette Residence Park, a green gem in Lafayette-Winona.
The dog park at Lafayette Residence Park offers open space for pets in Lafayette-Winona.
The fenced dog park at Lafayette Residence Park offers space for dogs to run and socialize.
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Great food across the Lafayette River
Lafayette-Winona is primarily a residential area, but great food is just a short drive away. The Fishin' Pig is a nearby eatery offering smoked delights from the land and the sea. Many locals also head to the Highland Park neighborhood, a 3-mile drive west, next to ODU’s campus, for additional dining options. Residents can pick up groceries at the Walmart Neighborhood Market, just a 2-mile drive away on East Princess Anne Road.
Locals gather at The Fishin' Pig in Lafayette-Winona for smoked delights and community vibes.
La Herradura serves a variety of Mexican cuisine in Highland Park, minutes from Lafayette-Winona.
Barbecue and beer bring the community together at The Fishin' Pig in Lafayette-Winona.
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Streets, sidewalks and Norfolk light rails
The Lafayette-Winona area shares many similarities with Norfolk, as it is so close to the city's heart. “Norfolk has more sidewalks than other cities,” Puentes says, which means there are plenty of places for locals to “walk, jog or bike.” However, car use is significantly emphasized for heading downtown. The city also offers residents the Hampton Roads Transit bus system and Norfolk Light Rail for public transportation.
Hampton Roads Transit is readily accessible for commuters near Lafayette-Winona.
The Norfolk State Light Rail Station offers commuters of Lafayette-Winona a way to get around.
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Fun with animals and historic boats
Just a mile and a half away, The Virginia Zoo offers over 170 animals and attractions to enjoy. Norfolk’s Harborfest celebrates the area’s maritime heritage annually in June with fireworks, historic wooden boats and family activities. The event draws in thousands of visitors daily over three days and is the largest festival in Norfolk.
The giraffes at Virginia Zoo, a short drive from Lafayette-Winona, are one of the biggest draws.
Children admire elephant statues at the Virginia Zoo's welcoming entrance in Lafayette-Winona.
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Living by the water in Norfolk
The Lafayette-Winona neighborhood can offer a picturesque view of the river, but that comes with the common Norfolk flooding issue. However, the city is working to fix it and is even a “leading city in terms of resiliency initiatives for flooding caused by climate change,” Puentes says. The Eastern Virginia Medical Center is a 3-mile drive away for medical care and hosts both the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters and Eastern Virginia Medical School. Residents must also keep traffic in mind as the Norfolk area can quickly become overrun due to the multitude of bridges and tunnels throughout the city.
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Lafayette-Winona Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lafayette-Winona, Norfolk sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lafayette-Winona, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $405,000.
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