Why Live in Brandon Place
Brandon Place, located in the northeast of Norfolk, is a compact neighborhood characterized by its grid-style roads and excellent transportation access. With Chesapeake Boulevard and Norview Avenue nearby, and Norfolk International Airport just 2 miles away, commuting is straightforward. The neighborhood features a mix of homes from the 1940s and newer constructions, with popular styles including ranch homes with hipped roofs and contemporary colonials. Homes here are in high demand, often selling in less than two weeks. Brandon Place is served by the Norfolk Public Schools district, with Sherwood Forest Elementary, Norview Middle, and Norview High School providing educational options. While the neighborhood itself has limited green space, residents can enjoy nearby Lakewood Park, which offers tennis courts, a dock for fishing, and areas for football. North Foxhall Playground provides additional recreational options with a baseball field and pickleball court. For shopping, residents have access to a Food Lion and Family Dollar, and dining options include Cal'z Pizza and Yendidi, which offers West African cuisine. Brandon Place is also just 4 miles from Norfolk Premium Outlets, featuring various restaurants, boutiques, and a dog-friendly walking path. The neighborhood's crime rate is lower than the national average, making it a safer area for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brandon Place a good place to live?
Brandon Place is a good place to live. Brandon Place is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Brandon Place is a suburban neighborhood. Brandon Place has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $83,989 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22% of residents. A majority of residents in Brandon Place are home owners, with 35.5% of residents renting and 64.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Brandon Place can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Brandon Place neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Brandon Place?
The median home price in Brandon Place is $686,263. If you put a 20% down payment of $137,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,550 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $152K a year to afford the median home price in Brandon Place. The average household income in Brandon Place is $84K.
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Home Trends in Brandon Place, VA
On average, homes in Brandon Place, Norfolk sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brandon Place, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $454,990.
Median Sale Price
$454,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$454,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$474
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$686,263
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%