Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a 1920-built home is a rare find at this scale — most century-old Norfolk houses top out at three or four. The layout gives you real flexibility: a dedicated home office, a guest room, and still enough bedrooms for a growing family. Add a walkable location flanked by a university campus, neighborhood markets, and two military installations under ten minutes away, and 1417 Melrose Parkway covers a lot of ground.
EDGEWATER and the Norfolk real estate market
Melrose Parkway sits in a mature, tree-lined section of Norfolk where early-twentieth-century homes line up along wide streets and the pace feels genuinely residential even though everything you need is close. Old Dominion University's campus forms the eastern boundary of this pocket, which means the area has the energy of a college neighborhood without being overwhelmed by it — you get the green space, the foot traffic, and the nearby amenities without the noise. If you've been searching norfolk va houses for sale and want a neighborhood with actual roots rather than a recently developed subdivision, this corridor delivers. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct neighborhoods, waterfront parks, a working naval port, and a downtown arts scene that punches well above its size. From Melrose Parkway you're connected to all of it — Colley Avenue's independent restaurants, the Ghent arts district, and the broader Hampton Roads metro — while still coming home to a block that feels like it belongs to you.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely walkable from 1417 Melrose Parkway. Miller's Neighborhood Market is four-tenths of a mile away, and Westside Produce and Provisions is just seven-tenths — both give you a local alternative to a big-box grocery run. For quick meals, Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, and Subway are all within two-tenths of a mile. Starbucks is right there too, with a second location half a mile out if the first one has a line. Bluestone Playground, ODU Kaufman Mall, and Brick Field are all within a third of a mile, so outdoor time requires almost no planning. The ODU Student Recreation & Well-Being Center is two-tenths of a mile away — a significant fitness resource that's accessible to the broader community.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a six-minute drive and USCG Base Portsmouth is seven minutes out, making 1417 Melrose Parkway a practical choice for active-duty households at either installation. A VA loan can make a century-old five-bedroom home like this one more accessible than you might expect, and the neighborhood's stability means you're not gambling on an up-and-coming area — this block has been established for decades.
For families upgrading
Five bedrooms in a home built in 1920 means you're getting genuine square footage and room count that newer construction at this size rarely offers at the same price point. There's space for everyone — kids, guests, a home office — and the proximity to Bluestone Playground, Brick Field, and ODU Kaufman Mall means outdoor time is built into the neighborhood itself. If you're looking at houses to buy in Norfolk with room to grow, this address checks that box.
More buyer questions
How far is 1417 Melrose Parkway from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes by car from 1417 Melrose Parkway, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area.
What is the flood risk at 1417 Melrose Parkway?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
How old is the home at 1417 Melrose Parkway?
The home was built in 1920, making it over a century old — a period when craftsman and colonial revival styles were common in Norfolk's residential neighborhoods.
Is there an HOA at 1417 Melrose Parkway?
This property is not part of a homeowners association, so there are no HOA rules or dues associated with ownership.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1417 Melrose Parkway?
Miller's Neighborhood Market is the closest option at 0.4 miles, with Westside Produce and Provisions available at 0.7 miles for a locally focused alternative.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walk-through of 1417 Melrose Parkway.
