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.
More buyer 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.