Why this home stands out
Built in 1938, this home carries the kind of architectural bones that newer construction rarely replicates — think solid craftsmanship, generous room proportions, and details that give a house genuine personality. At 1,900 square feet across three bedrooms, there's real breathing room here. The half-bath adds everyday practicality, and the lot gives you outdoor space that feels intentional rather than incidental. Few addresses this close to Naval Station Norfolk offer this combination of size, era, and character.
PINEHURST and the Norfolk real estate market
Burleigh Avenue sits in a well-established residential pocket of Norfolk — a city that rewards people who look past the surface. The 23505 zip code is one of those quietly solid corners of town where mid-century homes line tree-canopied streets and neighbors tend to stick around. If you've been browsing homes for sale in norfolk va 23503 and surrounding zip codes, you'll notice that this part of the city offers a different pace — unhurried, residential, and genuinely livable. Norfolk itself is a working waterfront city with a strong military presence, a growing arts and dining scene, and direct access to the broader Hampton Roads region. The Chesapeake Bay is close, the Elizabeth River is nearby, and the energy of downtown Norfolk is well within reach without being on your doorstep. For buyers who want a real neighborhood with real history, Burleigh Avenue delivers.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 203 Burleigh Avenue. Grocery runs, coffee stops, and pharmacy errands are all handled within a short drive in any direction across the 23505 corridor. Little Creek Road and Granby Street both offer retail, dining, and service options that cover most everyday needs. Ocean View Beach Park is a reasonable drive north if you want sand and open water without a long haul. The Lafayette River greenway and surrounding parks give you outdoor options closer to home. And with Naval Station Norfolk reachable in roughly five minutes, the commute calculus for military households is about as favorable as it gets in this market.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 203 Burleigh Avenue is positioned about as well as any address in the 23505 zip code for active-duty households. A VA loan can make a home like this especially accessible, and the three-bedroom layout handles the space demands of a growing military family without compromise. This is the kind of address that makes a Norfolk tour of duty genuinely comfortable.
For buyers drawn to character
If real estate norfolk va searches keep pulling up the same builder-grade interiors, 203 Burleigh Avenue is worth a closer look. Homes from 1938 were built to last — thicker walls, distinct floor plans, and proportions that feel human rather than optimized. At 1,900 square feet, there's enough space to live in fully without the home feeling oversized. For buyers who want something with a story already written into the walls, this address delivers.
More buyer questions
How far is 203 Burleigh Avenue from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive from 203 Burleigh Avenue to Naval Station Norfolk is approximately five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient addresses in the 23505 zip code for base access.
What year was 203 Burleigh Avenue built?
The home was built in 1938, placing it firmly in the pre-war construction era known for solid craftsmanship, distinct architectural character, and room proportions that feel generous by modern standards.
How many square feet is 203 Burleigh Avenue?
The home offers 1,900 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and 1.1 bathrooms, providing a comfortable and functional layout for a range of household sizes.
Is 203 Burleigh Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23505 zip code area.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase 203 Burleigh Avenue?
Yes — as a single-family residential property in Norfolk, Virginia, 203 Burleigh Avenue is generally eligible for VA loan financing, subject to standard appraisal and eligibility requirements for the borrower.
Curious about 203 Burleigh Avenue? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through whether this address fits your next chapter.
