8 days on market
$269,900
144 Lorengo Ave W
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10638870 · PAMLICO · Norfolk VA
Updated Jun 18, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,583/mo
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Price / sq ft
$278
972 sq ft
Days on market
8
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1938
88 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
972
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath house with front porch with Trex boards. House was built in 1938, but was just remodeled. Interior freshly painted. New LVP flooring throughout and includes new carpet in 3rd bedroom. New kitchen cabinets and granite countertop. Stainless steel all electric kitchen appliances. Fully remodeled bathroom. New electrical panel installed 2026. New hot water heater, stove & fridge installed 2026.…
Listed by Jorge Gonzalez · RE/MAX Allegiance
VaHome Team property overview
A compact 1938 brick cottage at 144 Lorengo Ave W in Norfolk, Virginia — three bedrooms, one bath, and 972 square feet sitting just five minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Classic bones, a manageable footprint, and one of the most convenient locations in the city.
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Why this home stands out
Built in 1938, this single-family home carries the kind of structural character that newer construction simply can't replicate — solid framing, a tight neighborhood grid, and a lot that's easy to manage. At under 1,000 square feet, every room earns its keep. The real edge here is location: few addresses in Norfolk put you this close to two major military installations while still keeping you in a genuine residential neighborhood.
PAMLICO and the Norfolk real estate market
144 Lorengo Ave W sits in a close-knit residential pocket of Norfolk, Virginia — the kind of block where neighbors recognize each other and front porches still get used. The surrounding streets are lined with mid-century homes, many of them brick, giving the area a grounded, established feel that newer subdivisions rarely achieve. If you're exploring norfolk virginia real estate, this corner of the city rewards attention: it's not a flashy address, but it's an honest one, with real walkability and a community rhythm that's hard to manufacture. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct neighborhoods — waterfront districts, historic corridors, and working-class blocks that have quietly held their character for decades. This address lands squarely in that authentic zone, close to the water's edge of the Chesapeake Bay without the premium price tag that comes with a direct bay-front address.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from 144 Lorengo Ave W. Ocean View Avenue runs nearby, putting coffee shops, casual dining, and convenience stops within a short drive or bike ride. The Ocean View beach access points along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline are just minutes away — useful for an evening walk or a weekend morning without a long commute. Grocery options and pharmacies are reachable in under ten minutes. Naval Station Norfolk is a five-minute drive, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is six minutes out, making this one of the more logistically efficient addresses in the city for active-duty households.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 144 Lorengo Ave W is about as well-positioned as a Norfolk address gets for active-duty life. A VA loan makes this size and price range highly accessible, and the low-maintenance footprint means less time on upkeep and more time with your family between deployments or duty rotations.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a 972-square-foot home built in 1938 is a manageable, meaningful place to start. The footprint keeps costs predictable, the neighborhood is established, and Norfolk virginia realty has historically rewarded buyers who get into solid, well-located blocks early. This is a home you can grow into — and grow equity from.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 144 Lorengo Ave W from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately a five-minute drive from 144 Lorengo Ave W, making it one of the closer off-base residential addresses in the city. The route is straightforward with no highway required.
What is the square footage of 144 Lorengo Ave W?
The home measures 972 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and one full bath. It's a compact footprint by modern standards, but the 1938 construction means rooms are defined and purposeful rather than open and underutilized.
How old is the house at 144 Lorengo Ave W?
The home was built in 1938, making it over 85 years old. Homes of this era in Norfolk are typically wood-frame or brick construction and often retain original architectural details that newer builds don't carry.
Is 144 Lorengo Ave W in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, given Norfolk's coastal geography.
Where is 144 Lorengo Ave W located within Norfolk?
The address is in the northern section of Norfolk, in a residential neighborhood close to the Ocean View shoreline along the Chesapeake Bay. It sits within easy reach of Naval Station Norfolk to the west and the bay beaches to the north.
Want to know more about 144 Lorengo Ave W or explore comparable homes in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it — reach out today.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
972
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$269,900
Price / Sq Ft
$278
Annual Taxes
$1,251
Monthly Tax
$104
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.46%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 10, 2026 | $269,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $269,900 | — |
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About buying in Norfolk
Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,583/moPrincipal & interest
$1,400
Property tax
$104
Home insurance
$79
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 RE/MAX Allegiance · MLS# 10638870
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$269,900
144 Lorengo AVE W, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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