11 days on market
$299,900
2444 Ballentine Blvd
Norfolk, Virginia 23509
MLS# 10639532 · BALLENTINE PLACE · Norfolk VA
Updated 5 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,840/mo
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Price / sq ft
$211
1,424 sq ft
Days on market
11
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1916
110 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,424
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryColeman Place Elementary School5/10
- MiddleAzalea Middle School5/10
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About this home
Step into 2444 Ballentine Blvd, a beautifully updated 3 bed / 2 bath gem! With fresh paint throughout, new carpets and LVP flooring, this home is move-in ready! Downstairs, the kitchen features stainless steel appliances and ample storage space, whilst upstairs you will find modern bathrooms with 3 generous size bedrooms - perfect for families, a guest room or an office. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front or bac…
Listed by Joseph Igana · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk
VaHome Team property overview
A 1916-built, three-bedroom home in Norfolk, Virginia, sitting minutes from USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. With 1,424 square feet, two full baths, and a century of character baked into every corner, this address punches well above its square footage.
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Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1916 carry something newer construction simply can't manufacture — proportioned rooms, solid craftsmanship, and architectural details that give a place genuine personality. At 2444 Ballentine Boulevard, you get that historic backbone on a Norfolk street with easy access to two major military installations, making it a rare combination of character and convenience that's genuinely hard to find at this size.
BALLENTINE PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Ballentine Boulevard sits in a mature, established section of Norfolk — a city that has been reinventing itself while holding onto the bones that make it worth living in. The blocks here have the feel of a neighborhood that has been lived in and loved across generations, with older trees, sidewalks, and homes that each have their own story. If you're searching for a norfolk va house with real history rather than a cookie-cutter floor plan, this stretch of the 23509 zip code delivers. Norfolk itself is a working waterfront city with a strong military presence, a growing arts and dining scene in the NEON District, and direct access to the wider Hampton Roads metro. The 23509 zip places you on the eastern edge of the city, well-connected by major corridors to Portsmouth, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach without the suburban sprawl. Daily life here moves at a comfortable pace — neighbors know each other, and the streets have the kind of quiet energy that comes from a community that's been established for decades.
What's nearby
Getting around from 2444 Ballentine Boulevard is straightforward. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly six minutes away, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about seven — both accessible without highway dependence. Grocery runs are easy, with options along Little Creek Road and Granby Street within a short drive. Tidewater Community College's Norfolk campus is close by, and Lafayette Park gives you green space and walking paths nearby. The Berkley Bridge and Downtown Norfolk are reachable in under fifteen minutes, putting waterfront dining, the Chrysler Museum, and MacArthur Center within comfortable reach for evenings out.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Six minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and seven to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — those drive times matter when you're working shifts or managing a busy military household. A VA loan can make a century-old home like this one surprisingly accessible, and the location means less time commuting and more time at home. Two full baths and three bedrooms give a family real breathing room for sale norfolk searches rarely turn up this close to both installations.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've toured enough new builds to know exactly what you're not looking for, 2444 Ballentine Boulevard is worth a serious look. Built in 1916, the home carries the kind of proportions and detail that simply don't appear in modern construction — and at 1,424 square feet, it's a manageable size that doesn't sacrifice livability for charm. This is the kind of address where the house itself has something to say.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 2444 Ballentine Blvd from USCG Base Portsmouth?
The drive is approximately six minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in the Norfolk area.
How far is 2444 Ballentine Blvd from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about seven minutes away by car, a straightforward route that doesn't require highway access.
What is the square footage and layout of 2444 Ballentine Blvd?
The home offers 1,424 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1916 as a single-family residential property.
Is 2444 Ballentine Blvd in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation.
What is the neighborhood like around Ballentine Boulevard in Norfolk?
The 23509 area is a mature, established section of Norfolk with older tree-lined streets, long-term residents, and convenient access to shopping, parks, and both Portsmouth and Downtown Norfolk.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 2444 Ballentine Boulevard.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,424
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$299,900
Price / Sq Ft
$211
Annual Taxes
$2,354
Monthly Tax
$196
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.78%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 12, 2026 | $299,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $299,900 | — |
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About buying in Norfolk
Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,840/moPrincipal & interest
$1,556
Property tax
$196
Home insurance
$87
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.
Listed by Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · MLS# 10639532
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$299,900
2444 Ballentine BLVD, NORFOLK VA 23509
Norfolk, Virginia 23509
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