Why this home stands out
What sets 1437 Longdale Drive apart is its rare combination of everyday convenience and military-base proximity. Lidl is literally three-tenths of a mile away, a Wawa is just down the road, and both JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and Naval Station Norfolk are reachable in 10 minutes or less. For a 1,408-square-foot home with 2.5 baths, that kind of location efficiency is genuinely hard to find in this price range of Norfolk.
ST ANDREWS PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Longdale Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Norfolk — a city of working waterfronts, deep military roots, and genuinely diverse neighborhoods that each carry their own personality. This corner of the 23513 zip code is practical and unpretentious: tree-lined streets, established homes, and neighbors who tend to stay a while. City of Norfolk real estate in this area draws buyers who want real urban access without the congestion of downtown — and Longdale delivers exactly that. You're inside Norfolk city limits, which means you get full city services, easy highway access to I-64, and a central position that puts you equidistant from the Oceanfront, downtown Norfolk, and the military corridor along Shore Drive. The neighborhood has a settled, lived-in feel — the kind of block where people wave from the driveway and kids ride bikes after school. It's not flashy, but it's solid, well-connected, and genuinely convenient.
What's nearby
Daily errands practically run themselves from Longdale Drive. Lidl is just 0.3 miles away for fresh produce and pantry staples, Food Lion is half a mile out for a broader selection, and Dollar General fills in the gaps at 0.4 miles. Coffee is covered by 180 Productions at 0.2 miles — a local spot worth knowing — plus a Wawa and a 7-Eleven both within 0.4 miles. China One Chinese Restaurant is a quick 0.4-mile trip when cooking isn't on the agenda. For outdoor time, Five Points Neighborhood Spot and Oakmont North Playgrounds are both about 0.8 miles away — easy on foot or by bike.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
With JEB Little Creek-Fort Story just 8 minutes away and Naval Station Norfolk only 10 minutes out, 1437 Longdale Drive is a natural fit for active-duty households. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the short commute means more time at home between deployments, duty days, and training rotations. The 23513 zip code is well inside the BAH-relevant zone for both bases.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 1437 Longdale Drive checks a lot of boxes without overcomplicating the decision. At 1,408 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, it's right-sized — enough room to grow without maintaining more than you need. Groceries and coffee are walkable, two military bases are under 10 minutes away, and you're buying into an established Norfolk neighborhood with real staying power.
More buyer questions
How far is 1437 Longdale Drive from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is approximately 8 minutes from 1437 Longdale Drive by car. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find anywhere in the Norfolk market.
How far is 1437 Longdale Drive from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is about 10 minutes away by car. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion that affects longer cross-city commutes.
Is 1437 Longdale Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
What is the square footage and layout of 1437 Longdale Drive?
The home offers 1,408 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths. Built in 1974, it's a residential property with a practical layout suited to small families or households that want dedicated bedroom space without excess square footage to maintain.
Are there grocery stores within walking distance of 1437 Longdale Drive?
Yes — Lidl is just 0.3 miles away, Dollar General is 0.4 miles, and Food Lion is 0.5 miles. All three are easily reachable on foot or with a very short drive.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well. Reach out to get the full picture on 1437 Longdale Drive and what ownership here looks like for your situation.
