Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a single-family home built in 1942 is a genuinely rare combination in this part of Norfolk. That era of construction often means solid bones — thick walls, established lots, and a street presence that newer builds simply can't replicate. Add 2,254 square feet of living space and a half-bath beyond the two full baths, and you have a home that can flex for large families, multigenerational living, or anyone who simply refuses to compromise on space.
SNUG HARBOR and the Norfolk real estate market
Sunset Drive sits in a mature, established corner of Norfolk, Virginia — a city that punches well above its weight for history, waterfront culture, and military significance. The streets here have a settled, residential feel: sidewalks, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stick around. If you've been searching for sale norfolk va and kept finding either tiny footprints or cookie-cutter new construction, this pocket of the city offers something different. Norfolk itself wraps around the Chesapeake Bay and the Elizabeth River, giving residents easy access to waterfront parks, a thriving downtown arts scene, and one of the most connected highway networks in Hampton Roads. The 23503 zip code places you on the northern edge of the city, where the pace is a little quieter but the access is anything but limited. Daily errands, dining, green space, and major employers are all within a short drive — often a short walk.
What's nearby
Everyday convenience is genuinely close here. Dollar General is just a tenth of a mile away for quick household needs, and a BP and Amoco station are both within four-tenths of a mile when you need to top off the tank or grab something fast. For food, BellaZa and Zero's Subs are both about three-tenths of a mile out, with El Rey Taqueria rounding out the options just a bit further. Coffee runs are easy — Coaster Coffee and McDonald's are both within six-tenths of a mile, and a 7-Eleven is just slightly beyond that. When you want to get outside, Northside Park is under a mile away, with Shelter #4 and Shelter #5 nearby for picnics and open-air time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and eight minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk makes 1201 Sunset Drive one of the more strategically located addresses in the 23503 zip code. Five bedrooms means there's room for a home office, a guest room for visiting family, or space that adapts as deployment schedules and family size shift. A VA loan can make a home like this very accessible — and the commute math here is hard to beat.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you doubling up bedrooms or converting living space just to make things work, five bedrooms and 2,254 square feet is the kind of upgrade that actually changes daily life. The 1942 construction gives the home a solidity and character that newer builds often lack, and the location keeps kids' activities, green space at Northside Park, and everyday errands all within easy reach. There's room here to grow into, not just fill up.
More buyer questions
How far is 1201 Sunset Drive from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential addresses to the base in the 23503 zip code. That kind of proximity is a meaningful quality-of-life factor for active-duty households.
How far is 1201 Sunset Drive from MARFORCOM Norfolk?
MARFORCOM Norfolk is about eight minutes away by car, just slightly further than Naval Station Norfolk. Both bases are reachable without highway driving for much of the route.
What is the square footage and layout of 1201 Sunset Drive?
The home offers 2,254 square feet of living space across five bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, built in 1942 as a single-family residential property. That bedroom count is notably generous for the era and the neighborhood.
Is 1201 Sunset Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
Are there parks or green spaces near 1201 Sunset Drive?
Northside Park is less than a mile away, and both Shelter #4 and Shelter #5 — additional outdoor recreation areas — are within nine-tenths of a mile. It's a walkable distance for an afternoon outside.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a straight-talking, no-pressure conversation about 1201 Sunset Drive and whether it fits your next chapter.
