1229 Manchester Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508

Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1940 often carry details that newer construction simply cannot replicate — think solid bones, generous room proportions, and architectural character baked into every wall. At 2,655 square feet, 1229 Manchester Avenue gives you real space to spread out. Three bedrooms and two and a half baths handle daily life comfortably. The lot sits in a walkable pocket of Norfolk where two grocery stores, a winery, and a dog park are all under a mile away.

LARCHMONT and the Norfolk real estate market

Manchester Avenue sits in the 23508 zip code, a leafy, established section of Norfolk where mid-century homes line quiet residential streets. The housing stock here tends toward full-sized single-family homes with mature trees and defined lots. Neighbors are close enough to wave to, but yards give everyone room to breathe. The street connects easily to Colley Avenue and 21st Street, two of the city's most walkable corridors. Norfolk itself is a dense, coastal city with a strong arts scene, a working waterfront, and a grid that makes getting around straightforward. Light rail runs through the heart of the city, and Interstate 264 puts downtown within minutes. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23508 will notice that this zip code punches above its weight for walkability and neighborhood cohesion. The city's Ghent neighborhood and its restaurants and galleries are just a short drive east.

What's nearby

Waters Edge Winery and Bistro Norfolk is 0.2 miles away — close enough to walk on a weeknight. D'Egg West, a local breakfast and brunch spot, sits at the same distance. Three grocery options cluster within a mile: The Ten Top Market, Westside Produce and Provisions, and Miller's Neighborhood Market. Cambridge Crescent Dog Park and Myrtle Park are both 0.3 miles out, and Virginia Park is half a mile away. Voyager Coffee is 0.8 miles out for a morning stop, with a Starbucks Coffee Company a mile away. Universal Combat Center and GUD Yoga both sit under a mile for fitness options.

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