Port Norfolk
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.
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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.
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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.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.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.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.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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Denise Hawkins
Denise Hawkins
Triumph Realty
(757) 856-6651
273 Total Sales
1 in Port Norfolk
$335,000 Price
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Aretha Valentine
Aretha Valentine
BHHS RW Towne Realty
(757) 801-3931
75 Total Sales
1 in Port Norfolk
$245,000 Price
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Christy Allen
Christy Allen
Real Broker LLC
(757) 280-3196
87 Total Sales
1 in Port Norfolk
$59,000 Price
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Greg Garrett
Greg Garrett
Garrett Realty Partners
(757) 829-7969
535 Total Sales
2 in Port Norfolk
$140K - $190K Price Range
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Kristin Horne
Kristin Horne
CoastalVA Realty Inc.
(757) 906-3517
83 Total Sales
1 in Port Norfolk
$210,900 Price
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William Matthews
William Matthews
Creed Realty
(757) 260-3689
53 Total Sales
2 in Port Norfolk
$174,000 Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Plum Point Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Fountain Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Riverside Park
- Trails
Bea Arthur Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Florida Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Bruce Johnson Memorial Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Port Norfolk | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Port Norfolk Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Port Norfolk, Portsmouth sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Port Norfolk, Portsmouth over the last 12 months is $426,000, up 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$470,790
Median Sale Price
$426,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$426,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,704,995
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$675,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
61%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$329
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,634
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1942
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,720
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,314
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,477
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
642
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,200 - $1,300 per month
- Somyrr Properties
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 963 Sq Ft
- 337 Mt Vernon Ave
- Portsmouth, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,061
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,272
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,546
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
25.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
16
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Ghent
A thriving, walkable community right on the Elizabeth River
Park View
Former streetcar suburb beside a major river and close to a historic downtown
Olde Towne Portsmouth
Historic Colonial-era neighborhood with preserved homes and vibrant community hubs
Downtown Portsmouth
Charming urban riverside community with a natural blend of past and present
Midtown Portsmouth
Laid-back, affordable living in the heart of Hampton Roads
Downtown Norfolk
Hip and trendy destinations, but also a sense of historic charm on the waterfront
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