Why this home stands out
Size and location rarely converge like this in downtown Norfolk. At nearly 3,900 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half baths, 323 Yarmouth Street gives you the square footage of a suburban home without surrendering the walkability of an urban address. The 2002 build means you get a relatively modern structure inside one of Hampton Roads' most connected zip codes — a combination that's genuinely hard to replicate.
DOWNTOWN AREA and the Norfolk real estate market
Downtown Norfolk is the kind of place where your daily routine happens on foot. Granby Street hums with independent restaurants, live music venues, and locally owned shops, and Yarmouth Street sits close enough to all of it that you'll find yourself walking more than you expected. The broader Norfolk waterfront — with Nauticus, the USS Wisconsin, and Town Point Park — is just a short drive or bike ride away. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character, but downtown is where the energy concentrates: arts events, the Chrysler Museum of Art, the Harrison Opera House, and the constant activity of a working port city. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often discover that downtown living offers a lifestyle that's genuinely different from anything else in Hampton Roads — more urban, more walkable, and surprisingly livable.
What's nearby
Step outside and you're already there. The Vhault, Chichos, and Bonchon Norfolk are essentially at your doorstep, and The Campus Café and aLatte Cafe mean your morning coffee is a two-minute walk. Tropical Smoothie Cafe adds another option when you want something lighter. Macarthur General Store, Mercato Di Grazia, and Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli — all within two blocks — handle grocery and deli runs without a car trip. Reading Garden and Granby Street Public Parklet offer quick outdoor breaks, while Gym Downtown, Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios, and the uniquely named Furry Friends Yoga keep fitness options varied and close.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a one-minute drive from 323 Yarmouth Street — about as close as a home assignment gets without living on base. USCG Base Portsmouth is two minutes out. For medical professionals or service members stationed at either installation, this address eliminates the commute almost entirely. VA loan buyers will find that a property this close to two installations is exactly the kind of assignment-friendly location worth locking in.
For first-time buyers
Buying your first home in a walkable downtown neighborhood means you're not just purchasing square footage — you're purchasing a lifestyle. At 3,889 square feet, 323 Yarmouth Street gives first-time buyers far more room than a typical urban entry point, and the 2002 construction means fewer of the surprises that come with older downtown stock. Among homes for sale in 23510, this address stands out for the sheer amount of city life it puts within walking distance from day one.
More buyer questions
How far is 323 Yarmouth Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately one minute by car from 323 Yarmouth Street — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find among Norfolk homes for sale at this size and price range. USCG Base Portsmouth is just two minutes away.
What is the flood zone status for 323 Yarmouth Street?
Flood zone designation for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Downtown Norfolk does include flood-zone areas, so reviewing that tile carefully is recommended before making any decisions.
Is 323 Yarmouth Street in an HOA?
HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details above. If an HOA applies, the governing documents will outline any community rules and shared responsibilities.
What schools are zoned for 323 Yarmouth Street?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. and homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School will want to confirm current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as attendance boundaries can change between listing cycles.
How walkable is the area around 323 Yarmouth Street?
Extremely walkable — grocery options, multiple restaurants, coffee shops, fitness studios, and small parks are all within two blocks. Downtown Norfolk's street grid makes it easy to handle most daily errands on foot, which is rare for a home this size in Hampton Roads.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this zip code well. Reach out to get a straight-talk walkthrough of 323 Yarmouth Street and what it takes to make it yours.
