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Port Norfolk’s historic roots
At the northern end of Portsmouth, overlooking the Elizabeth River, stands Port Norfolk. The historic neighborhood was initially developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to house railroad and shipping facility workers commuting to the nearby marine terminals. Today, residential streets stretching from the ports to Midtown Portsmouth feature architectural styles such as Victorian, Queen Anne and Colonial Revival. Large front and wraparound porches look out over well-maintained flowerbeds and lawns with established trees. “It’s a pretty area and relatively quiet. People seem to enjoy its historic nature,” says Craig Boyer, who is a longtime local and has been serving the Hampton Roads region as a Realtor and investment agent at All/Pros Realty Inc. for over 14 years.
The median year a home in Port Norfolk was built is 1943.
The Elizabeth River and ships lining its banks offer breathtaking views in Port Norfolk.
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Port Norfolk historic homes
“The area is undergoing a lot of revitalization,” Boyer says. “Some of Port Norfolk is part of the historic district, though, and there are specific guidelines for how homes can be renovated.” The median range is around $250,000, and buyers may find a well-maintained, three-bedroom ranch or Cape Cod-style at this price point. A fully restored, three-bedroom Victorian-era house may list for closer to $350,000. “People can get a lot more for their money in Port Norfolk. A place here will cost about $100,000 to $150,000 less than its equivalent in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach,” Boyer says.
On any given street there's always a variety of home styles in Port Norfolk.
Small cottage-style home in Port Norfolk is perfect for a young family.
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Green spaces in Port Norfolk
The Port Norfolk Beach Reflection Walk along the Elizabeth River honors those whose lives have been touched by cancer. The path along the river is lined with benches for visitors to enjoy a moment of calm reflection in nature. Fountain Park, between Broad Street and Maryland Avenue, has been a spot for residents to play outdoors since the mid-1890s. Today, locals can find play structures, swings and a decorative fountain.
The Port Norfolk Beach Reflection walk is a great place to visit all year round.
Playground and swing set at Fountain Park in Port Norfolk.
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Dining and shopping around Port Norfolk
Dining options in the neighborhood include Pizza Box Portsmouth, where patrons can build a pizza using standard ingredients or try some alternative ones like pickles and barbecue sauce. Just next door is Sweet Royale Hot Dogs & Poetry, whose hot dogs are topped with everything from coleslaw to steak. Twisted Pig Ale and Smokehouse serves hickory-and-applewood-smoked meats and has pool tables and a bar for late-night entertainment. Olde Towne Portsmouth, about 2 miles east, has several more restaurants, including The Commodore, a restored theater that serves pizza and sandwiches to moviegoers, and Foggy Point Bar & Grill, which offers patrons a view of ships navigating the Elizabeth River. There is a Walmart Superstore, a TJ Maxx and a Kroger less than 1 mile south of Port Norfolk, and Norfolk Premium Outlets are approximately 14 miles away.
Twisted Pig is a local BBQ joint favored by locals in Port Norfolk.
Kroger has many fresh grocery options in the Midtown Portsmouth neighborhood.
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Staying busy around Port Norfolk
On Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Olde Towne Portsmouth has a farmer’s market on the corner of High Street and Court Street. Rivers Casino, about 3 miles away from Port Norfolk, has regular live entertainment and a Top Golf facility. Twisted Pig also hosts performances by local artists as well as karaoke nights.
The Rivers Casino in South Portsmouth is the first casino in Virginia.
The Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers Market features local produce and artisan goods weekly.
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Churchland public schools and Portsmouth Christian School
Students in the area may attend Churchland Elementary School, which earns a B-minus on Niche. Churchland Middle School gets a B rating and offers an array of sports, including wrestling and basketball. Churchland High School also receives a B and offers Advanced Placement courses and sports such as football, swimming and track. There are also several private schools in the Hampton Roads area, some of which are Roadstead Montessori High School in Norfolk and Portsmouth Christian School, which serves kindergarten through 12th-grade students.
The Churchland Middle School was built in 1968 near Olde Towne Portsmouth, Virginia.
Portsmouth Christian School received a B rating from Niche.
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Travel around Port Norfolk
Port Norfolk is located at the confluence of Virginia Route 164 and U.S. Route 58, allowing for travel to Norfolk and other Hampton Roads locations. Residents can access Norfolk and Sentara General Hospital via the U.S. Route 58 toll tunnel, which offers discounted fees for EZ Pass users. Hampton Roads Transit buses stop along Florida Avenue and High Street, traveling from downtown Portsmouth to Churchland and back. They run from about 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Mondays through Saturdays and from about 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekends. The Norfolk International Airport is about 13 miles away, and it offers direct flights to locations including Boston and Dallas.
Port Norfolk is at the northern tip of Portsmouth.
Azalea Acres residents have easy access to the Norfolk International Airport, though it does provide some noise pollution.
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Nearby Superfund sites and flood zones
There are four Superfund sites in the city of Portsmouth: the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Abex Corporation, Atlantic Wood Industries, Inc. and Peck Iron and Metal. Some of them have been partially cleaned up, while others have not yet undergone remediation. Homes located along the water may be in the AE flood zone, which would require flood insurance.
Homes on the Elizabeth River bank in Port Norfolk.
Homes of different styles line the Elizabeth River in Port Norfolk.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Port Norfolk
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
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Port Norfolk Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Port Norfolk, Portsmouth sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Port Norfolk, Portsmouth over the last 12 months is $266,035.
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