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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Colonial Place Greenway
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Lafayette Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Jeff Robertson Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Soccer
Munson Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
38th Street Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Meditation Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Norfolk International
13 min drive
Bus
Granby & 35th
Bus
Colley & 26th
Bus
Hampton & 27th
Bus
Colley & 35th
Bus
Hampton & 37th
Bus
26th & Armistead
Bus
Colonial & 31st
Reviews
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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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Park Place Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park Place, Norfolk sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Park Place, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $597,792, up 85% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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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
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