Why this home stands out
Square footage this generous — 3,900 feet across a 2007 build — is rare at this price point in southern Norfolk. You get the breathing room of a larger home with the reliability of modern construction: updated mechanicals, contemporary framing standards, and layouts designed for how people actually live today rather than retrofitted from a mid-century floor plan.
CAMPOSTELLA HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market
Arlington Avenue sits in the southern reaches of Norfolk, a city that punches well above its size in terms of waterfront character, military heritage, and everyday convenience. This corner of norfolk virginia real estate tends to attract buyers who want proximity to the shipyard corridor without sacrificing neighborhood quiet. The streets here are established and residential, with mature trees and a mix of owner-occupied homes that give the area a grounded, lived-in feel. Norfolk itself spans from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline in the north to the Elizabeth River in the south, and this address lands you squarely in the southern tier — close to the industrial and military employment hubs that define the region's economy. Portsmouth is literally minutes across the water, and the broader Hampton Roads metro puts beaches, downtown dining, and major retail within a reasonable drive in any direction. It's a practical location with genuine neighborhood character.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Arlington Avenue. Military Circle area retail and a range of dining options are accessible heading north on Military Highway. The Downtown Norfolk waterfront — with its restaurants, Nauticus museum, and Pagoda Garden — is roughly a fifteen-minute drive. Portsmouth's High Street corridor, with coffee shops and local restaurants, is just across the river. Grocery runs, pharmacies, and big-box stores cluster along the Military Highway and Tidewater Drive corridors, keeping routine stops efficient. Elizabeth River Trail access points are also within reach for outdoor exercise without leaving the city.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and four minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — that's a commute that gives you real time back in your day. At 3,900 square feet, there's room for a home office, a dedicated guest room for visiting family, and space for kids to spread out. A VA loan makes a home this size more accessible than many buyers expect, and southern Norfolk keeps you central to the entire Hampton Roads base network.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space, 3,900 square feet across three bedrooms and three and a half baths gives your family genuine room to grow. Built in 2007, the home offers modern construction quality without the quirks of an older property. Southern Norfolk's established neighborhoods and easy access to employment corridors along the norfolk virginia realty market make this a practical long-term move — not just a bigger house, but a better-positioned one.
More buyer questions
How far is 1916 Arlington Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately four minutes by car from 1916 Arlington Avenue, making it one of the shortest shipyard commutes available in the southern Norfolk market.
How far is 1916 Arlington Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about four minutes away — both major installations are essentially in the immediate vicinity, which is a genuine advantage for dual-military households or anyone working the shipyard corridor.
What year was 1916 Arlington Avenue built, and what does that mean for buyers?
The home was built in 2007, placing it in the modern construction era with updated building codes, contemporary framing, and mechanicals that are meaningfully younger than much of the surrounding housing stock in southern Norfolk.
Is 1916 Arlington 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 current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 1916 Arlington Avenue?
Yes — VA loans can be used to purchase any eligible residential property in Norfolk, and a home of this size and construction year typically meets standard VA appraisal requirements; a VA-experienced lender can confirm specifics for your situation.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know southern Norfolk inside and out. Reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 1916 Arlington Avenue.
