Why this home stands out
Homes with five bedrooms and three full baths don't come around often in this part of Norfolk, and 1721 Lafayette Blvd pairs that rare square footage with the kind of architectural bones you only find in pre-WWI construction. At 2,400 square feet, there's genuine room to spread out — whether that means a dedicated home office, a guest suite, or space for a growing household — all on a tree-lined boulevard that still carries the quiet dignity of its 1917 origins.
LAFAYETTE RES PARK and the Norfolk real estate market
Lafayette Boulevard sits in a historic stretch of Norfolk that bridges the energy of a working port city with the steadiness of an established residential corridor. The blocks here are lined with early-twentieth-century homes that reflect the craftsmanship of their era, and neighbors tend to put down roots rather than pass through. Norfolk itself is one of the most storied cities on the East Coast — home to the world's largest naval station, a revitalized downtown waterfront, and a cultural scene that punches well above its size. This particular zip code, 23509, places you squarely between the Lafayette River and the commercial pulse of Military Highway, giving you a genuine neighborhood feel without any sense of isolation. Daily errands are walkable, green space is close, and the commute to the region's major military installations is measured in single-digit minutes. For anyone looking for 1721 Lafayette Blvd Norfolk Virginia as a long-term home base in Hampton Roads, the location checks a lot of boxes at once.
What's nearby
Groceries are a short trip away — Food Lion and Provision Pros Inc are both within 0.4 miles, and a BP is just 0.5 miles out. For a quick meal, K & D Soul Food and Tony's Deli and Diner are each about 0.2 miles from the front door, with Chen's Kitchen Chinese Restaurant another option at 0.4 miles. Chesapeake Athletic Club at 0.4 miles makes it easy to keep a consistent workout routine. When you need fresh air, Shoop Park is 0.6 miles away, Lafayette Dog Park is 0.8 miles, and Lakewood Park rounds out the options at the same distance — a solid lineup for dog owners and families alike.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is just six minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is seven — making 1721 Lafayette Blvd one of the more commute-friendly addresses in the region for dual-military households or anyone stationed at either installation. Five bedrooms give you the flexibility to host family during PCS transitions, and a VA loan can make ownership here more accessible than many buyers expect.
For buyers drawn to character
Built in 1917, this home carries more than a century of Norfolk history in its walls. If you're drawn to the proportions, the craftsmanship, and the street presence that newer construction simply can't replicate, Lafayette Boulevard delivers all of that — five bedrooms and 2,400 square feet wrapped in the kind of architectural character that only comes with age. This is a home with a story, not a floor plan.
More buyer questions
How far is 1721 Lafayette Blvd from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes by car from 1721 Lafayette Blvd, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area.
What is the square footage and layout of 1721 Lafayette Blvd?
The home offers 2,400 square feet with five bedrooms and three full baths — an unusually spacious configuration for a property of this era and neighborhood.
Is 1721 Lafayette Blvd 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 for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What parks are near 1721 Lafayette Blvd Norfolk?
Shoop Park is about 0.6 miles away, while Lafayette Dog Park and Lakewood Park are each roughly 0.8 miles from the address — all reachable on foot or with a short drive.
How old is the home at 1721 Lafayette Blvd?
The home was built in 1917, making it over 100 years old and part of one of Norfolk's historic residential corridors.
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