Why this home stands out
Built in 2008, this 2,800-square-foot home brings newer construction to one of Norfolk's most storied neighborhoods. Four bedrooms and two and a half baths give you room to spread out, and the Lambert's Point location puts you within a short walk of green space and everyday conveniences. It's a rare combination of size, era, and address that's genuinely hard to replicate in this part of the city.
LAMBERTS POINT and the Norfolk real estate market
Lambert's Point sits in the northwest corner of Norfolk, Virginia — a compact, walkable neighborhood with deep roots and a genuinely mixed character. Tree-lined streets meet the waterfront edge of the Lafayette River, and the presence of Old Dominion University nearby gives the area a steady undercurrent of activity and community investment. If you're browsing norfolk virginia homes for sale and want a neighborhood that feels lived-in and real rather than cookie-cutter, Lambert's Point tends to stand out. The streets here have personality — a mix of architectural eras, neighbors who know each other, and enough local spots within walking distance to make daily life genuinely convenient. Norfolk as a city is one of the most historically layered in the mid-Atlantic, and Lambert's Point reflects that: it's urban without being overwhelming, close to everything without feeling crowded. The neighborhood borders Ghent to the east and gives you quick access to both downtown Norfolk and the Hampton Roads waterfront.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy at 1437 W 40th Street. Serina Cafe is just 0.3 miles away for a quick bite, and FR8 House Coffee Co., Dunkin', and McDonald's are all within 0.4 miles when you need your morning routine sorted. Pizza Hut Express and Taco Bell are close for low-effort evenings. Groceries are covered by Miller's Neighborhood Market and Food Lion, both under a mile. For fitness, the ODU Student Recreation & Well-Being Center, StretchLab, and Club Pilates are all within half a mile. Best of all, 37th Street Park is just 0.1 miles away, and Lambert's Point Open Space and ODU Kaufman Mall are both reachable in a short walk.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly a 5-minute drive from 1437 W 40th Street, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about 7 minutes out. That kind of proximity matters when you're managing duty schedules, and it makes VA loan math work well here. BAH rates for the Hampton Roads area are strong, and 2,800 square feet gives a military family real room to settle in between deployments and PCS cycles.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,800 square feet give a growing family genuine breathing room — enough for dedicated home office space, a guest room, or a playroom without anyone feeling squeezed. The 2008 build year means you're getting modern systems and layouts rather than the quirks of an older renovation. Add 37th Street Park at 0.1 miles and Lambert's Point Open Space nearby, and weekends take care of themselves.
More buyer questions
How far is 1437 W 40th Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a 5-minute drive from 1437 W 40th Street, making it one of the most convenient addresses in Norfolk for personnel assigned there.
What neighborhood is 1437 W 40th Street in?
The home is located in Lambert's Point, a walkable, established neighborhood in northwest Norfolk with proximity to Old Dominion University, the Lafayette River waterfront, and the Ghent district.
How far is 1437 W 40th Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly a 7-minute drive from this address, making it a practical option for Coast Guard personnel looking for a short commute.
Is 1437 W 40th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which reflects the most current FEMA map data for the Lambert's Point area.
What parks are near 1437 W 40th Street?
37th Street Park is just 0.1 miles away, Lambert's Point Open Space is about 0.4 miles out, and ODU Kaufman Mall — a popular green space on the Old Dominion University campus — is within half a mile.
Ready to get a closer look at 1437 W 40th Street? Tom and Dariya Milan know Lambert's Point well — reach out and they'll walk you through everything.
