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Park Place

Park Place

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$298,625 Average Value
$282 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Historic Norfolk community with walkable amenities

Park Place is an urban residential neighborhood just 2 miles north of downtown Norfolk. The community was added to the US National Register of Historic Places in 2006 because of its unique 20th-century architecture. After Norfolk’s first planned streetcar suburb was a success, the city quickly acquired more land and furthered development in the north end. Since its creation and development in 1896, Park Place has predominantly been a working-class populated neighborhood.
Park Place is an urban residential neighborhood just 2 miles north of downtown Norfolk.
Park Place is an urban residential neighborhood just 2 miles north of downtown Norfolk.
The Lafayette River courses through Park Place, offering plenty of fresh water recreation.
The Lafayette River courses through Park Place, offering plenty of fresh water recreation.
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19th-century homes along narrow streets

Narrow streets lined with sidewalks, streetlights, mature trees and closely spaced homes lie to the west of Granby Street in Park Place. The neighborhood’s 19th and 20th-century Queen Anne, victorian and colonial homes sit on deep lots, with their wide front porches looking out over shallow front lawns. Homes here tend to stay on the market for about a month and typically sell for between $300,000 to $500,000.
Older homes in the Park Place neighborhood ooze that much sought-after historic charm.
Older homes in the Park Place neighborhood ooze that much sought-after historic charm.
Home renovation is common in the Park Place neighborhood.
Home renovation is common in the Park Place neighborhood.
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Lafayette Park, Virginia Zoo and plenty more recreation

Residents of Park Place are spoiled for choice when it comes to nearby recreation. The Park Place Multi-Services Center is connected by a hallway to James Monroe Elementary School and provides residents with indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities. Students and community members alike enjoy the center’s basketball courts, soccer fields and playground. Less than a quarter mile away is the newly refurbished Munson Park. Inspired by input from Park Place’s youngsters, the playground won the award for “Best New Renovation/Addition to a Park” at the 64th annual Virginia Recreation and Park Society Conference in 2019. Munson Park’s ropes-based play course, accessible swings and walking paths make it a popular gathering place at the center of the neighborhood. The Virginia Zoo, home to more than 700 animals and 150 different species, is just across Granby Street on the banks of the Lafayette River. On a quiet day, residents may be able to hear the tigers all the way from Llewellyn Avenue. Lafayette Park is under a mile from the neighborhood, next to the Virginia Zoo. The picnic shelters and public restrooms available make the park a great place to hold events, from community-wide fundraisers to birthday parties. Sporty residents enjoy the park’s basketball and tennis courts, as well as the lighted baseball fields and kayak launch. The YMCA on Granby has several more amenities for members, including an outdoor pool, a gym and community rooms.
The Virginia Zoo in Park Place is home to a variety of wildlife, exhibits, and special events.
The Virginia Zoo in Park Place is home to a variety of wildlife, exhibits, and special events.
Munson Park's playground area is a hit among the local children of Park Place.
Munson Park's playground area is a hit among the local children of Park Place.
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Norfolk City Public Schools and Old Dominion University

Norfolk City Public Schools serves the neighborhood’s students. James Monroe Elementary School, which has a C-minus grade from Niche, is in the heart of the neighborhood, located within half a mile of most homes. Kids may then attend Blair Middle School, which gets a C grade, before transitioning to Maury High School, which earns a B-plus. The school district recently expanded its breakfast and lunch programs to include free meals each school day for all enrolled students. Old Dominion University, one of the largest colleges in Virginia with over 23,000 enrolled students, is located 1 mile northeast of Park Place.
Old Dominion University, one of the largest colleges in Virginia.
Old Dominion University, one of the largest colleges in Virginia.
Park Place students in grades Pre-K through 5 may attend Monroe Elementary School.
Park Place students in grades Pre-K through 5 may attend Monroe Elementary School.
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Colley Village, downtown’s retailers and local businesses

Colley Village is a nearby shopping center with a Food Lion and a Dollar General. More retailers can be found less than 2 miles south in downtown Norfolk, including the Waterside District and MacArthur Center. Residents who have worked up an appetite at the park can stroll over to the corner of Colonial Avenue to grab a bite at the Handsome Biscuit. This tiny, local restaurant is always packed with people enjoying creative takes on classic Southern fried chicken biscuits. There’s also Jikoni Cafe, which has been serving vegan dishes in Park Place for nearly 15 years.
Colley Village is a nearby shopping center with a Food Lion and a Dollar General.
Colley Village is a nearby shopping center with a Food Lion and a Dollar General.
Park Place residents shop for all their necessities at the local Food Lion.
Park Place residents shop for all their necessities at the local Food Lion.
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orfolk Southern Lambert's Point Yard is a large train yard 1 mile east of Park Place.
orfolk Southern Lambert's Point Yard is a large train yard 1 mile east of Park Place.

Important to Know

Norfolk Southern Lambert's Point Yard is a large train yard 1 mile east of Park Place. Because of its proximity to the neighborhood, there may be some additional daily ambient noise.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norfolk International

12 min drive

Bus

Granby & 35th

Bus

Colley & 26th

Bus

Hampton & 27th

Bus

Colley & 35th

Bus

Hampton & 37th

Bus

26th & Armistead

Bus

Colonial & 31st

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 5 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
5/10/2019 Niche Review
Residents, businesses and visitors have noted that economically (rising property values) , esthetically (curb appeal), politically (civic engagement), and socially (recreation & arts) the area is becoming Neighborhoods of Choice. In short, "Park Place is the Place to Be."
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Park Place US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Park Place Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$597,792
Median Sale Price
$597,792
Median Single Family Sale Price
$544,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$363,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
76
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
85%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,331
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,707
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,380
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,158
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,990
Median Age
34
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$41,950
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,329

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82%
College Graduates
18.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

49 / 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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