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An established suburban community in coastal Norfolk
Norfolk Garden is a leafy, residential area tucked between Norview Avenue and Chesapeake Boulevard, which are two of Norfolk’s busiest thoroughfares. With the Lafayette River, the Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake Bay all within 5 miles of the community, Norfolk Garden is a peaceful neighborhood offering accessible, suburban living in the midst of life along the coastlines. “Norfolk Garden is a very central location in Norfolk; it has lots of restaurants and shops nearby and it’s close to the highways and public transport,” says Craig Boyer, who is a longtime Virginia Beach resident and has been servicing the Tidewater region as a Realtor and investment agent at All/Pros Realty Inc. for over 15 years. “This is a popular neighborhood that is being revitalized; homes are being rehabbed by investors and there are many growing opportunities here.”
Mature oak trees dot the streets in Norfolk Garden suburbs and neighborhoods.
Norfolk Garden is full of nature and streams for locals to explore and walk through.
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New developments in the established Norfolk Garden area
When driving down the area’s residential streets, expect to see Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods, bungalows and ranch-style homes neatly tucked and shaded by mature trees and groves. A two or three-bedroom 1940s bungalow may be listed from $210,000 to about $300,000, and a newer two-story Colonial Revival property can be priced around $400,000. “Norfolk Garden has many older homes built between the 1920s and the1960s, but you’ll also see new construction sprinkled throughout,” says Boyer. Additionally, homes that are in Flood Zone AE can often be required to purchase flood insurance.
Norfolk Garden is full of Cape Cod homes, some of which come in fun colors, like red.
Norfolk Garden homes are packed with plant life, whether that is trees or bushes.
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Norfolk Public Schools
Prospective schools within the district are Norview Elementary School and Norview Middle School, both of which receive a C-minus score from Niche. Norview High School has a B rating and offers the Leadership Center for the Sciences and Engineering (LCSE) program for high-performing students who want to pursue advanced studies in STEM fields.
Norview Elementary School serves Norfolk Garden students from preschool to fifth grade.
Norview Middle School fosters a supportive environment for Norfolk Garden students to grow.
Norview High School offers Norfolk Garden students a variety of athletic programs to join.
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Outdoor recreations around Norfolk Garden
The Norfolk Botanical Garden, which is about 3 miles away to the east, has various blooms on show every month. In addition to having sports fields and facilities as well as a playground, Lakewood Park is also home to the Lakewood Dance and Music Center, which offers dance and music lessons to all ages. Norview Community Center has a gym, a game room, an art studio and a basketball court for indoor recreation. Closely situated near the Chesapeake Bay and the Lafayette River, residents who are outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the waters and enjoy various watering activities such as boating, canoeing, fishing or water skiing.
Bright yellow daffodils bloom in the early spring at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens.
Lakewood Park in Norfolk Garden has a variety of outdoor spaces for small children to enjoy.
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Shops and restaurants near Norfolk Garden
The Bromley Shopping Center has the grocery store Food Lion and several other local businesses. Additional retailers such as Lidl, Save A Lot and Walmart are close by for shopping errands and home supply restocks. For dining options, locals can head to the nearby Yendidi Restaurant for flavorful African cuisine, or go to the waterfront steakhouse Steinhilber’s Restaurant in Norfolk for oysters, lobster thermidor and filet mignon.
Coaster Coffee is a non-profit coffee shop in Norfolk Garden that donates to local causes.
Norfolk Garden has a Food Lion for locals' grocery needs.
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Maritime celebrations in downtown Norfolk
The Norfolk Harborfest, which is known as the longest-running maritime festival in the nation, takes place every year with a parade of over 200 sailing vessels down the Elizabeth River. The fleet includes international tall ships, classic cruisers and boats. The festivity also has a grand fireworks display, naval exhibits and demonstrations, a tug muster competition and live entertainment such as music, strongman and acrobatics shows. Additional events in Norfolk include the Bayou Bon Vivant, which is a celebration of Cajun-inspired art, food and music, and the annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival.
Navigating Norfolk
For travels via public transit, Norfolk’s city center has the Norfolk Amtrak Station, the Elizabeth River Ferry, the Tide Light Rail and the Hamptons Roads Transit bus system. The Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is about 6 miles away and Norfolk International Airport is located 3 miles east of the neighborhood. Interstate 64 is also close by for commuting into Charlottesville and Richmond.
The Tide Light Rail passes through MacArthur Square in Downtown Norfolk near Norfolk Gardens.
Norfolk Gardens residents have easy access to the Norfolk International Airport.
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On average, homes in Norfolk Garden, Norfolk sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Norfolk Garden, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $295,000.
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