Why this home stands out
Built in 1925, 2209 Marshall Ave carries the kind of architectural bones that newer construction simply can't replicate — think proportions, craftsmanship details, and a street presence that stands out. At just over 1,100 square feet, the layout is efficient without feeling cramped, and the half-bath addition means the home punches above its era. Two major military installations sit less than three miles away, making the commute genuinely short.
BARRAUD PARK and the Norfolk real estate market
Marshall Ave sits in a residential pocket of Norfolk that edges up against the Broad Creek corridor — a part of the city that's been quietly evolving for years. The blocks here are lined with early-twentieth-century homes, and the neighborhood has the lived-in, rooted quality that comes from decades of community continuity. Broad Creek Legacy Park and Broad Creek Neighborhood Spot are both within a quarter mile, giving the immediate area a green, open feel that's rare this close to the urban core. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast — a working waterfront, a deep military presence, and a creative class that's been reshaping neighborhoods like this one from the inside out. City services, transit options, and major corridors are all accessible without a long drive, and the broader Norfolk grid puts you within reach of everything from the Ghent dining scene to the waterfront in under fifteen minutes.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely walkable from 2209 Marshall Ave. Turner's Market is 0.7 miles out for a quick grocery run, and a Walmart Neighborhood Market is just 0.1 miles further. When you want a bite, Bay Seafood and AZ New York Style Pizza & Deli are both under 0.6 miles away, and Church's Texas Chicken is a four-minute walk. PJ's Coffee is 0.6 miles out for your morning routine. For fitness, the Salvation Army Kroc Center Hampton Roads — a full-service community recreation facility — is half a mile away. Norfolk Parks & Urban Forestry is just 0.3 miles out, and Broad Creek Legacy Park rounds out the green space options nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both roughly five minutes away — that's a commute that makes a real difference in daily quality of life. A VA loan can make a century-old home like this one surprisingly accessible, and the Broad Creek neighborhood offers the kind of stable, community-oriented environment that military families tend to gravitate toward for good reason.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 2209 Marshall Ave offers a manageable footprint — three bedrooms, two and a half baths — without the overwhelming scale of a larger property. The 1925 construction means real character and solid bones, and the walkable access to groceries, parks, and dining makes daily life easy before you've even settled in.
More buyer questions
How far is 2209 Marshall Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately five minutes by car from 2209 Marshall Ave, making it one of the shorter military commutes you'll find in the Norfolk area. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is equally close at roughly the same drive time.
What is the square footage and layout of 2209 Marshall Ave?
The home offers 1,184 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms — a compact but functional layout that suits a range of household sizes.
Is 2209 Marshall Ave 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 2209 Marshall Ave?
Broad Creek Legacy Park and Broad Creek Neighborhood Spot are both about 0.4 miles away, and Norfolk Parks & Urban Forestry is just 0.3 miles from the front door — making green space genuinely accessible on foot.
When was 2209 Marshall Ave built and what style is it?
The home was built in 1925, placing it in the early-twentieth-century residential tradition common to Norfolk's established neighborhoods — characterized by sturdy construction, defined architectural proportions, and a street presence that newer builds rarely match.
Curious whether 2209 Marshall Ave fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
