Why this home stands out
What sets 1511 Lasalle Avenue apart is its rare proximity to not one but two major installations — Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth are each about two minutes away. That kind of gate-to-door speed is genuinely hard to find. Add a walkable block lined with parks, local restaurants, and a full-service YMCA, and this 1960-built home occupies one of Portsmouth's most accessible corridors.
PRENTIS PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Lasalle Avenue sits in a well-established residential pocket of Portsmouth, Virginia — a city with deep maritime roots, a compact and navigable layout, and a growing arts and dining scene along its historic waterfront. The streets here have a settled, workaday character: mature trees, modest setbacks, neighbors who wave from the porch. Portsmouth sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, and the two cities share a regional identity without sharing a commute — most of what you need is right here on this side of the water. The 23704 zip code covers a dense, walkable swath of the city where errands rarely require a highway. Families comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth often land here once they realize how much day-to-day friction this location removes. The city's public amenities — parks, recreation centers, and the Olde Towne historic district — are all within a short drive, making Portsmouth a practical and genuinely livable choice.
What's nearby
Step outside and the block delivers quickly. Martha's Mini Mart is 0.2 miles away for quick grocery runs, with Dollar General and an Amoco station adding options at 0.4 miles. Jaliyah's and Vickie's Convenience & Deli Subs are both within 0.2 miles when you want a fast, satisfying meal, and Ten10 Restaurant is just 0.3 miles out for a sit-down option. Cure coffee shop is 0.4 miles away for your morning routine, with a 7-Eleven and McDonald's close behind. Fitness is equally accessible — the Effingham Street Family YMCA is 0.2 miles away, Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness is 0.5 miles, and Movement Studio VA rounds things out at 0.6 miles. Scotts Creek Park, Columbia Court, and Crawford Park are all within 0.4 miles for outdoor time.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth are each roughly two minutes from the front door — that's not an estimate, that's a stoplight. For active-duty households managing shift schedules, deployments, and everything in between, that kind of proximity is a real quality-of-life upgrade. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the four-bedroom layout gives growing families the room they actually need.
For first-time buyers
Four bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and 1,900 square feet in a walkable Portsmouth neighborhood — this is the kind of footprint that's hard to find at an accessible entry point. The homes for sale in 23704 tend to attract buyers who want genuine space without a long commute, and 1511 Lasalle checks both boxes. The YMCA is two blocks away, parks are around the corner, and two major bases are minutes out if you're connected to the military community.
More buyer questions
How far is 1511 Lasalle Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately two minutes from 1511 Lasalle Avenue by car — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in the region. USCG Base Portsmouth is equally close at roughly the same drive time.
What school zone does 1511 Lasalle Avenue fall in?
Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Brighton Elementary School will want to verify current Portsmouth Public Schools zoning directly with the district, as boundaries can change between listing cycles.
Is 1511 Lasalle Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation and any associated requirements.
What is the walkability like around 1511 Lasalle Avenue?
Walkability is genuinely strong here — a YMCA, multiple restaurants, a park, and convenience stores are all within 0.2 to 0.5 miles. Most daily errands can be handled on foot or with a very short drive.
Does 1511 Lasalle Avenue have an HOA?
Based on available property data, this home does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm this during the due-diligence period.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth homes for sale inside and out — reach out to get the full picture on 1511 Lasalle Avenue and what it takes to make it yours.
