Why this home stands out
What sets 2721 Keller Ave apart is the combination of pre-war craftsmanship and genuine everyday convenience. Homes from this era in Ballentine Place carry the kind of architectural detail — solid construction, defined rooms, mature streetscapes — that newer builds simply can't replicate. Add a walkable block with food, fitness, and green space all within a mile, and you have a property that rewards both the history-minded buyer and the practical one.
BALLENTINE PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Ballentine Place is one of those established Norfolk neighborhoods where the streets feel settled and the neighbors tend to stay. Built out largely in the late 1930s and 1940s, the area has a cohesive character — brick facades, mature trees, and sidewalks that actually get used. It sits in the heart of Norfolk, a city that punches well above its weight for culture, waterfront access, and military infrastructure. Norfolk is home to one of the largest naval complexes in the world, and that presence shapes the city in practical ways: a robust local economy, a transient-yet-tight-knit community, and strong familiarity with VA loan financing among local lenders and sellers alike. Families comparing Norfolk homes for sale often land in Ballentine Place once they discover how much neighborhood they get for the square footage — mature lots, walkable errands, and a genuine sense of place that newer subdivisions are still working to build.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 2721 Keller Ave. T's Seafood is literally a tenth of a mile away — a short walk for a quick dinner. Crazy Wings and Barbecue-Blackstones are both under half a mile for when you want something different. Grocery runs are covered by Walmart Neighborhood Market, Provision Pros Inc, and a BP, all within 0.5 miles. Morning routines get handled at Wawa or 7-Eleven, also under half a mile. For fitness, the Joan Kroc Center and The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hampton Roads are both under a mile, and Chesapeake Athletic Club is just 0.9 miles out. Norfolk Parks & Urban Forestry, a Dog Park, and Tait Terrace Dog Park are all 0.6 miles away — great if you have a four-legged housemate.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Base Portsmouth is a six-minute drive from 2721 Keller Ave, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is seven minutes out. That kind of proximity makes PCS logistics significantly simpler — and for families using a VA loan, this price point and neighborhood are worth a close look. Ballentine Place has housed military families for generations, and the community reflects that welcoming, adaptable culture.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been scrolling past cookie-cutter floor plans and wondering where the real houses went, Ballentine Place has your answer. Built in 1939, 2721 Keller Ave carries the bones and proportions of a different era — the kind of home where the craftsmanship shows in the details. Buyers drawn to homes for sale in 23509 often find that this zip code delivers more architectural authenticity per block than almost anywhere else in the city.
More buyer questions
How far is 2721 Keller Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
The drive is approximately 6 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in Norfolk. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is only a minute farther at roughly 7 minutes.
What is the Ballentine Place neighborhood like?
Ballentine Place is a well-established mid-century neighborhood in Norfolk with brick homes, mature trees, and a walkable, residential feel. It has a stable, long-tenured community character that's relatively rare in a city with as much military turnover as Norfolk.
Is 2721 Keller Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA map data specific to this parcel.
What school zone does 2721 Keller Ave fall in?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Coleman Place Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. will want to verify current attendance boundaries directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as zone lines can shift between listing cycles.
Does 2721 Keller Ave have a garage?
Structural features including garage type and foundation details are best confirmed against the current property record — this page's data tile reflects what's on file with the county assessor for this address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ballentine Place well. Reach out to get the full picture on 2721 Keller Ave and what it takes to make it yours.
