Why this home stands out
Built in 1922, this home carries the kind of architectural detail that newer construction rarely matches. Wide front porches, period proportions, and mature streetscapes define this pocket of Norfolk. At 1,614 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, the layout gives you real living space without excess. The block sits less than a mile from multiple grocers, two restaurants within two-tenths of a mile, and three parks within a half-mile. Few Norfolk homes for sale combine that walkability with a commute this short to the base.
LARCHMONT and the Norfolk real estate market
Manchester Avenue sits in a quiet, established section of Norfolk near the Larchmont area. The streets here are lined with early-twentieth-century homes, mature trees, and front porches that face the sidewalk. It is the kind of neighborhood where neighbors know each other and the blocks feel settled. Housing stock runs mostly single-family, with a mix of bungalows and Craftsman-style homes from the 1920s through the 1940s. The scale is human — no big-box sprawl, no high-density towers nearby. Norfolk itself is a working waterfront city with a strong arts scene, a revitalized downtown, and some of the best seafood restaurants in Hampton Roads. Getting around is straightforward. Interstate 64 is accessible within minutes, connecting you to Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and the Peninsula. The Tide light rail runs through nearby areas of the city. Anyone browsing homes for sale in 23508 will find this zip code consistently draws interest for its central location and neighborhood character.
What's nearby
Two restaurants sit just two-tenths of a mile away: Waters Edge Winery & Bistro Norfolk and D'Egg West, both walkable from the front door. Cambridge Crescent Dog Park and Myrtle Park are each about three-tenths of a mile out, with Virginia Park another two blocks beyond that. Groceries are easy to reach, with The Ten Top Market, Westside Produce and Provisions, and Miller's Neighborhood Market all within eight-tenths of a mile. Voyager Coffee is under a mile away, and Starbucks Coffee Company is right at the one-mile mark. Universal Combat Center and GUD Yoga round out the fitness options nearby.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Naval Station Norfolk is about seven minutes by car, and MARFORCOM Norfolk matches that same drive. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and the home's age and size make it straightforward to work with. The short commute and walkable daily errands mean less time in the car on busy base-adjacent roads.
For first-time buyers
A 1922 home with 1,614 square feet, three bedrooms, and two baths is a strong foothold in an established Norfolk neighborhood. The walkable parks, nearby groceries, and two restaurants within two-tenths of a mile mean daily life does not require a car for everything. Buyers comparing homes for sale in 23508 will find this address offers genuine neighborhood character at a human scale.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes from 1922 carry details that take real craftsmanship to reproduce — and on Manchester Avenue, the surrounding streetscape matches. Period proportions, front-porch culture, and mature trees give this block a texture that newer subdivisions simply do not have. Anyone drawn to homes for sale zoned for Larchmont Elementary School or homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. will find this address sits right in the heart of that search area.
More buyer questions
How far is 1123 Manchester Avenue from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is about seven minutes under normal traffic conditions. MARFORCOM Norfolk is the same distance in the same direction.
What is the square footage and layout of 1123 Manchester Avenue?
The home is 1,614 square feet with three bedrooms and two baths. It was built in 1922 as a single-family residence.
Is 1123 Manchester Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.
Where are the nearest parks to 1123 Manchester Avenue?
Cambridge Crescent Dog Park and Myrtle Park are each about three-tenths of a mile away. Virginia Park is roughly half a mile out.
Are there grocery stores within walking distance of 1123 Manchester Avenue?
Yes — The Ten Top Market, Westside Produce and Provisions, and Miller's Neighborhood Market are all within eight-tenths of a mile.
Tom and Dariya Milan know this corner of Norfolk well. Reach out to get the full picture on 1123 Manchester Avenue and what it takes to make it yours.
