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$324,900
$190 / sqft · est. $2,003/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,712sqft
2days on market

223 E Lorengo Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

Under ContractResidential · built 1918 · LENOX

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

ENJOY THE OLD WORLD FEATURES IN THIS LOVELY CAPE COD HOME. BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOORS ON 1ST FLOOR WITH BUILT IN SHELVES AND CABINETS PLUS A ROOMY OFFICE OR STUDY. FLOWING OPEN KITCHEN HAS LUSH WOOD CABINETS WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS AND BREAKFAST BAR. THE UTILITY ROOM IS LARGE LEADING TO THE REAR OF THE HOME AND BACKYARD DECK. THE TWO STORAGE SHEDS ARE AN ASSET TO THE BUSY GARDENER OR FOR A WOOD SHOP. ALL THE BEDROOMS ARE UPSTAIRS WITH A FULL BATHROOM PLUS NEW CARPET JUST FOR YOU! THE TANKLESS WATER HEATER IS PERFECT QUICK HOT WATER SERVICE. GREAT LOCATION TO BASES, SHOPPING AND BEACH!

Listing courtesy of Cheryl Talbot · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10639434

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A century-old three-bedroom home just five minutes from Naval Station Norfolk, 223 E Lorengo Ave delivers 1,712 square feet of character-rich living on a quiet Norfolk street — the kind of address that rewards buyers who appreciate craftsmanship with real history behind it.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1918, this home carries the architectural bones of early twentieth-century Norfolk — think solid construction from an era when details mattered. At 1,712 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, there's genuine room to live without the sprawl of a newer build. What sets it apart is the combination of that historic character and a location that puts two major military installations within a single-digit commute.

LENOX and the Norfolk real estate market

223 E Lorengo Ave sits in Norfolk's 23503 zip code, a corner of the city where older residential streets run close to the waterfront and the pace feels distinctly neighborhood-scaled. This part of Norfolk has been home to military families, longtime locals, and working professionals for generations — and that mix gives the area a grounded, lived-in energy you don't manufacture. If you're searching for a norfolk va house with genuine roots rather than a subdivision built last decade, this stretch of the city delivers. Norfolk itself is one of the most strategically located cities on the East Coast: the Atlantic is minutes away, Downtown Norfolk's restaurants and arts scene are a short drive, and the broader Hampton Roads metro puts you within reach of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth without a long commute. The 23503 zip sits close enough to the water that you feel it in the air, and close enough to base that the commute almost disappears.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Grocery runs, pharmacies, and everyday errands are all within a short drive along the corridors that feed into this part of Norfolk. The waterfront at Ocean View is just a few minutes north, giving you beach access without beach-town traffic on a Tuesday. Lafayette River parkland and green space are part of the broader neighborhood fabric. Getting downtown takes roughly ten to fifteen minutes depending on the route, which means dinner out, a show at the Chrysler Museum, or a morning at the farmers market are all genuinely practical — not just theoretically close.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — the commute math here is hard to beat. For active-duty families, that proximity means more time at home and less time in traffic. A VA loan can make a home like this even more accessible, and the 23503 zip has housed military families for decades, so the community already understands your lifestyle.

For first-time buyers

A 1918-built home in a walkable Norfolk neighborhood, priced to reflect the character and the era rather than a new-construction premium — that's a real entry point into homeownership with something to show for it. Three bedrooms and two baths give you room to grow, and the location means you're not sacrificing convenience for affordability. There's a lot to love here if you're buying your first home for sale norfolk has to offer.

More buyer questions

How far is 223 E Lorengo Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is roughly five minutes under normal conditions, making this one of the closer residential streets to the main gate. For active-duty personnel, that kind of proximity is genuinely rare at this price point in Norfolk.

What is the square footage and layout of 223 E Lorengo Ave?

The home offers 1,712 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two full baths. Built in 1918, the floor plan reflects the proportions of early twentieth-century residential construction — rooms with purpose rather than open-plan sprawl.

How old is the home at 223 E Lorengo Ave?

The home was built in 1918, making it over a century old. Homes of this era in Norfolk were typically built with old-growth lumber and masonry techniques that differ substantially from modern construction.

Is 223 E Lorengo Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.

Where is the nearest beach or waterfront to 223 E Lorengo Ave?

The Ocean View waterfront along the Chesapeake Bay is approximately five to seven minutes north by car. It's close enough for a regular morning walk or an after-work visit without committing to a full beach-day production.

Ready to walk through 223 E Lorengo Ave in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's set up a time that works for you.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1918

Price / sqft

$190

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,669/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10639434

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

The flood answer first — quantified, not buried

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane evacuation zone: Zone C · VDEM Know Your Zone

Jet-noise contour: 65-70 dB DNL · Navy AICUZ (city GIS)

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$2,003/mo

Principal & interest

$1,686

Property tax

$222

Home insurance

$95

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$344,000 – $440,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

119 Louisiana DR · 2.3 mi · 1,646 sqft$344,000 sold 2026-02
433 Hariton CT · 2.5 mi · 1,721 sqft$385,000 sold 2026-05
7307 Yorktown Dr · 2.4 mi · 1,800 sqft$345,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$324,900

Price / Sq Ft

$190

Annual Taxes

$2,669

Monthly Tax

$222

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.82%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 22, 2026$324,900—
Currently listed—$324,900—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Norfolk Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 223 E Lorengo Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Oceanair Elementary (GreatSchools 3/10), Northside Middle School (GreatSchools 3/10), Granby (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is there a gym near 223 E Lorengo Ave?+
Yes — Ov Fit is about 0.2 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 223 E Lorengo Ave?+
Maple Park is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 223 E Lorengo Ave?+
Tienda Latina La Tapatia 3 is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is New york pizzeria (0.3 mi).
Does 223 E Lorengo Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 223 E Lorengo Ave built?+
It was built in 1918, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Cheryl Talbot · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10639434

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223 E Lorengo Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10639434 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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