$380,682Average Value$233Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
A quiet residential area near Norfolk
In Wayside Manor, residents get a quiet neighborhood just 6 miles from downtown Norfolk. “You’re close to busy areas but not in the mix of everything,” says Carol Gardner, a Realtor with Bayview Realty who has been selling homes and has lived in the area for over two decades. Residents find acres of green space, tall trees and quick access to the Elizabeth River in Wayside Manor. “The area is unique because it's not a tourist part of town, it’s more residential,” says Gardner. “I’ve noticed people prefer the peace and quiet.” Residents have easy access to Interstate 264, which gets them to major employers like the Norfolk Naval Base, Sentara Leigh Hospital and the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.
The Elizabeth River makes an ideal backdrop for homes in Forest Shores/Wayside Manor.
Newly built luxury colonials are found in River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor.
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Woodsy yards and waterfront living on Elizabeth Bay
The area offers ranch-style homes ranging from $200,000 to $280,000 and Cape Cods ranging from $300,000 to $400,000. No matter the architecture, homes have decent-sized lawns and heavily wooded backyards. Waterfront living is an option in traditional-style and ranch-style homes on Elizabeth Bay. These homes range from $400,000 to $550,000.
River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor sits up against the shores of the Elizabeth River.
Homes in River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor have nice sized front yards.
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Graduating from Kindergarten to college
Kids in the area can attend Fairlawn Elementary School, which Great Schools rates as 2/10. Children move on to Lake Taylor Middle, which earns a C from Niche. Students can advance to Booker T. Washington High, which has a C-minus and offers an arts academy and STEAM program that aims to amplify musical performance. Virginia Wesleyan College, a private university, and Norfolk State University, a public HBCU, are both located near the area.
River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor students can go to Fairlawn Elementary.
Lake Taylor High School serves students in River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor.
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Disc golfing, picnic hosting at Poplar Park
Poplar Park is a popular disc golfing destination. The park also has a large pavilion area for picnics or barbecues. Residents can relax on the lakefront or let loose on the playground at Woodstock Cove Park. In the warmer months, residents can enjoy oceanfront views and go boating at Virginia Beach, just 15 miles away or by visiting the Elizabeth Bay trail, which offers a 10.5-mile trail for walking and biking. Ocean View Golf Course is a popular destination for golfers.
Poplar Park is a huge draw for disc golfers of River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor.
Enjoy the shade of the picnic pavilion at Poplar Park in River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor.
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Authentic eatery in Wayside Manor
Residents shop for everyday groceries at Food Lion and Costco. Royal Bazaar offers a variety of international foods. When cooking sounds tedious, people can enjoy a warm bowl of noodles from Ichran Ramen. For a fun dining experience, residents head to Mongolian Barbecue, where chefs prepare the food in front of guests.
Mongolian BBQ in River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor features open wok cooking.
Mongolian BBQ is a popular place to grab lunch for diners of River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor
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Catch a vibe in Norfolk
The Norfolk Tide Baseball Stadium is a popular destination for watching games and playing sports. Residents visit Made in Norfolk, a local clothing store, for new wardrobe pieces. Throughout the year, people visit Virginia Beach to attend annual festivals like Something in The Water and the Neptune Festival, which both offer live music and many food and art vendors. In the fall, the area holds an annual grand illumination parade. When it gets colder, a Winterfest is held, where the USS Wisconsin BB-64 battleship is lit up with Christmas lights.
River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor is a short drive to Downtown Norfolk and all its amenities.
The Norfolk Tide baseball stadium is a short ways from River Forest Shores/Wayside Manor.
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Getting around by car or train
The Tide Train provides transportation throughout the area and 7 miles to downtown Norfolk. Interstate 264 and 64 are both used to get around the area. The Norfolk International Airport is 6 miles from the neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wayside Manor
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wayside Manor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wayside Manor, Norfolk sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Wayside Manor, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $360,500, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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