23 days on market
$519,000
1721 Lafayette Blvd
Norfolk, Virginia 23509
MLS# 10630778 · LAFAYETTE RES PARK · Norfolk VA
Updated May 13, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,196/mo
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Price / sq ft
$216
2,400 sq ft
Days on market
23
HOA
None
Year built
1917
109 yrs old
Beds
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,400
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryLindenwood Elementary School6/10
- MiddleNorview Middle School2/10
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About this home
This charming home located in the Historic Lafayette Residential Park Area has many updates while maintaining the character and charm of the past. The first floor has a large master bedroom suite. The previous dining room has been remodeled as a bedroom with a shared bath. French Doorsseparate the eating area and the living room. Upstairs you will find three additional bedrooms plus aflex room that can be used for ex…
Listed by Perdethia Lowery · CENTURY 21 Top Producers
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 1721 Lafayette Blvd — a five-bedroom, three-bath home built in 1917 in Norfolk's Lafayette Res Park neighborhood. With 2,400 square feet of character-filled space and two military installations just minutes away, this address checks a lot of boxes.
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Why this home stands out
Homes from 1917 don't come with five bedrooms and three full baths very often. That combination of genuine early-20th-century architecture and real square footage — 2,400 of it — sets 1721 Lafayette Blvd apart from the smaller cottages that define much of this era. You get the craftsmanship and proportions of a century-old build without sacrificing the room count a larger household needs.
LAFAYETTE RES PARK and the Norfolk real estate market
Lafayette Res Park sits in the eastern interior of Norfolk, a city where homes for sale norfolk va searchers consistently find more square footage per dollar than in comparable mid-Atlantic metros. The neighborhood took shape in the early 20th century, and that timeline shows in the mature tree canopy, the brick sidewalks, and the architectural variety along streets like Lafayette Blvd. It's a residential pocket — genuinely quiet on weekday mornings — while still being woven into the broader urban fabric of Norfolk. Lafayette Park anchors the area with open green space, a dog park, and tennis courts, giving the neighborhood a focal point that newer subdivisions often lack. You're close enough to downtown Norfolk to reach it in under fifteen minutes, but far enough removed that the street feels like a neighborhood rather than a corridor. Norfolk itself is a working waterfront city with a strong military presence, a growing arts district, and a food scene that punches well above its size.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy at this address. Tony's Deli and Diner and K & D Soul Food are both within a tenth of a mile — two very different menus, both walkable. Our Peoples Soulful Seafood is four-tenths of a mile away when you want something heartier. Groceries are covered by Food Lion and Provision Pros Inc at 0.6 miles, with a Dollar General even closer at half a mile. Lafayette Dog Park and Shoop Park are both a half-mile out, and Lakewood Park adds another green option at 0.8 miles. Chesapeake Athletic Club, Todd's Eastside Boxing Club, and the tennis courts at Lafayette Park round out the fitness options within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a six-minute drive from 1721 Lafayette Blvd, and USCG Base Portsmouth adds another option just seven minutes out. That kind of proximity matters when BAH budgets and commute times are part of the calculation. A VA loan can make a five-bedroom home like this one genuinely accessible — and five bedrooms gives a growing military family real room to breathe between deployments and PCS cycles.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been scrolling past builder-grade norfolk homes for sale wondering where the real architecture went, 1721 Lafayette Blvd is your answer. Built in 1917, this home carries the proportions, details, and presence that newer construction simply can't replicate. Five bedrooms and 2,400 square feet mean you don't have to trade livability for character — you get both in a neighborhood that has been maturing for over a century.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1721 Lafayette Blvd from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes by car from 1721 Lafayette Blvd, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area. USCG Base Portsmouth is just one minute farther at roughly seven minutes.
What neighborhood is 1721 Lafayette Blvd in?
The property is located in Lafayette Res Park, an established early-20th-century neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, anchored by Lafayette Park and characterized by mature trees and architecturally varied homes.
How old is the home at 1721 Lafayette Blvd?
The home was built in 1917, making it over a century old. That age typically means solid construction, larger room proportions, and architectural details not found in modern builds.
Is 1721 Lafayette Blvd in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date classification.
Are there parks and green spaces near 1721 Lafayette Blvd?
Yes — Lafayette Dog Park and Shoop Park are both within half a mile, and Lakewood Park is 0.8 miles away. The tennis courts at Lafayette Park are under a mile from the front door.
Want to know more about 1721 Lafayette Blvd or Lafayette Res Park? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail — reach out and let's talk.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
1721 Lafayette BLVD, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,400
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Heat Pump,Radiator
Cooling
Heat Pump,Zoned
Laundry
Interior Features
Fireplace Wood, Walk-In Attic, Window Treatments
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$519,000
Price / Sq Ft
$216
Annual Taxes
$4,223
Monthly Tax
$352
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.81%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 20, 2026 | $519,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $519,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$343,300
Land
$101,000
Improvement
$242,300
Parcel ID: 1438665778 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Norfolk
Norfolk offers some of the most diverse housing options in Hampton Roads — historic Ghent townhomes, Larchmont craftsmen, modern downtown condos, and bungalow neighborhoods in Park Place and Colonial Place. As home to Naval Station Norfolk (the largest naval complex in the world) and the headquarters of NATO Allied Command Transformation, the city has consistent demand from active-duty military, DoD civilians, and contractors, making it especially friendly to VA loan buyers.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,196/moPrincipal & interest
$2,693
Property tax
$352
Home insurance
$151
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by CENTURY 21 Top Producers · MLS# 10630778
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$519,000
1721 Lafayette BLVD, NORFOLK VA 23509
Norfolk, Virginia 23509
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