Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a 1928-era home is a rare find among Norfolk homes for sale, and 2,000 square feet means everyone gets room to breathe. The age of the home brings the kind of craftsmanship — thick walls, distinct rooms, architectural detail — that newer construction rarely replicates. Pair that with a location that puts two major military installations inside a five-minute drive, and you have a combination that's genuinely hard to match at this zip code.
LINDENWOOD and the Norfolk real estate market
Hale Street sits in the heart of Norfolk, a city that anchors the largest naval complex in the world and draws people who want urban energy without big-city sprawl. The 23504 zip code is a working, walkable slice of the city — older tree-lined blocks, neighbors who know each other, and a street grid that connects you quickly to downtown, the medical district, and the waterfront. Norfolk rewards the curious: there's always a new restaurant opening on Granby Street, a festival at Town Point Park, or a gallery night in the NEON District. Homes for sale in Norfolk across this part of the city tend to attract buyers who value authenticity over cookie-cutter sameness. The neighborhood around Hale Street has that lived-in, genuine feel — the kind of block where front porches still get used and the sidewalks have stories.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy here. Dollar General is just 0.2 miles away, Watergate 5 is 0.4 miles, and Tees rounds out your grocery options at 0.5 miles. When you want to eat out, Our Peoples Soulful Seafood is a three-minute walk at 0.3 miles, Quick Eats by Nikki and The Annex are both within half a mile. Coffee runs lead to Blaze on Granby or Coalescence Coffee Company, each under a mile. Fitness options are equally strong — Todd's Eastside Boxing Club is 0.4 miles, Mike The Fitness Junkie is 0.5 miles, and Latitude Climbing and Fitness is 0.6 miles for something more adventurous. Lafayette Dog Park is just 0.3 miles away, Shoop Park is 0.5 miles, and a second dog park sits at 0.6 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are each about five minutes from the front door — a commute that makes a real difference in daily quality of life. A VA loan can make a five-bedroom home like this one more accessible than many buyers expect, and the extra bedrooms handle visiting family, a home office, or a dedicated study space without anyone feeling squeezed.
More buyer questions
How far is 2517 Hale ST from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes by car from 2517 Hale ST, making it one of the more convenient locations in Norfolk for personnel and medical staff assigned there. USCG Base Portsmouth is equally close at roughly the same drive time.
What is the square footage and layout of 2517 Hale ST?
The home offers 2,000 square feet across five bedrooms and three full baths, built in 1928 — a floor plan that gives you genuine flexibility for larger households, remote work setups, or multi-generational living arrangements.
Is 2517 Hale ST in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23504 zip code.
Where are the closest parks to 2517 Hale ST?
Lafayette Dog Park is the nearest at just 0.3 miles, Shoop Park is 0.5 miles away, and a second dog park sits at 0.6 miles — all easily walkable from the front door.
Does 2517 Hale ST have a garage?
Garage and parking details for this address are best confirmed through the current property data on this page or by reaching out to Tom and Dariya Milan directly for the most accurate structural information.
Curious whether 2517 Hale ST fits your life? Tom and Dariya Milan know homes for sale in 23504 inside and out — reach out and get your questions answered today.
