Larchmont/Edgewater
Rows of classic home styles
An almost entirely residential district, this neighborhood of over 2,000 homes is surrounded by water on three sides. Built mainly in the 20th Century, the homes favor colonial revival architecture, but there are several examples of Victorian and craftsman construction as well. “It’s not a master planned community, and people like the diverse styles they find here,” says Swindell. It’s an established, quiet residential district, with homes that typically sell for between $400,000 to $700,000. There are also apartments available in complexes along the Lafayette River on the neighborhood's east side.Larchmont Elementary and Old Dominion University close by
Residents of the city are served by Norfolk Public Schools, including Larchmont Elementary School, which is in the neighborhood and gets a B grade from Niche. Students typically move on to Blair Middle School, which has a C grade, and Maury High School, which earns a B-plus. Students can also pursue opportunities at one of the district's specialized middle or high schools. At Larchmont/Edgewater’s southern border is Old Dominion University, a public research institution with an enrollment of nearly 25,000 students annually.Bluestone Playground and Cambridge Crescent Park highlight the area’s recreation
As Larchmont/Edgewater gained its identity as a quiet residential haven in the early-to-mid-1900s, several neighborhood parks sprang up among its homes and schools. Bluestone Playground and Brick Park offer wide open green spaces for sports and recreational activities, with a children's playground being the added attraction at Bluestone. Cambridge Crescent Park is an open green space for dog owners who want to get some exercise with their canine pals. There are a number of other city and dog parks located within a few miles throughout the Norfolk area. The region features a distinct focus on military history, as evidenced not only by the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, but also by attractions such as the Battleship Wisconsin, the Hampton Roads Naval Museum and the MacArthur Memorial, dedicated to U.S. military leader Douglas MacArthur.Local shopping nearby and more retailers just a short drive away
Westside Produce and Provisions is a small grocer along Colley Avenue with locally-sourced goods. North of Larchmont/Edgewater along Granby Street is Midtown Shopping Center with access to Harris Teeter, a Walgreens Pharmacy and a Book Exchange. There are several restaurants close by, including D'Egg West for breakfast and Del Vecchios for pizza. “Coach House Bar & Grill is one of my favorites in the neighborhood too,” adds Swindell. “The owners are nice, and I see locals every time I’m in there.”Robust network of highways and close public transit
A network of Virginia and interstate highways connect Norfolk to Newport News, Portsmouth, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is a 17.6-mile toll facility that connects the Virginia mainland with the state's eastern shore, which leads north to Delaware, New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania. Public transportation is available via bus, train and ferry services provided by Hampton Roads Transit, and airline travel is minutes away at Norfolk International Airport.
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Logan Soter-Reardon
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cindy Caskey
Cindy Caskey
BHHS RW Towne Realty
(757) 330-4694
126 Total Sales
2 in Larchmont/Edgewater
$312K - $335K Price Range
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Brenda Armitage
Brenda Armitage
Responds QuicklySwell Realty Co
(757) 568-8760
33 Total Sales
1 in Larchmont/Edgewater
$289,900 Price
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Maritza Brandon
Maritza Brandon
The Real Estate Group
(757) 908-6334
93 Total Sales
2 in Larchmont/Edgewater
$379K - $440K Price Range
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Dana Gustafson
Dana Gustafson
BHHS RW Towne Realty
(757) 294-8892
53 Total Sales
3 in Larchmont/Edgewater
$368K - $480K Price Range
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Savannah Goodling
Savannah Goodling
Own Real Estate LLC
(757) 996-5581
51 Total Sales
1 in Larchmont/Edgewater
$545,000 Price
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Lea' Marie Ngowakl
Lea' Marie Ngowakl
Atlantic Sotheby's International Realty
(757) 866-4954
186 Total Sales
1 in Larchmont/Edgewater
$250,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Bluestone Playground
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Brick Field
- Multi-Purpose Field
Whitehurst Beach Park
- Boating
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Virginia Park
- Picnic Area
Myrtle Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Cambridge Crescent Park
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Larchmont/Edgewater | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Larchmont/Edgewater Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Larchmont/Edgewater, Norfolk sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Larchmont/Edgewater, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $460,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$515,000
Median Sale Price
$460,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$505,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$950,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$361
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,862
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1939
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,376
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,624
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,736
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
642
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,016 - $2,708 per month
- Covepointe at the Landings
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 759+ Sq Ft
- 1001 Bolling Ave
- Norfolk, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,192
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,823
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$151,435
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
78.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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