Why this home stands out
Homes built after 2010 are genuinely hard to find this close to Portsmouth's military corridor, and 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave checks that box with room to spare. Four bedrooms and a half-bath on top of two full baths means the floor plan can flex for a growing family, a home office, or visiting family without anyone feeling squeezed. The 2013 build year also means mechanical systems, windows, and finishes are a full generation newer than most of the competition nearby.
LAFAYETTE MANOR and the Norfolk real estate market
Vimy Ridge Avenue sits in a quiet residential pocket of Norfolk — a city that keeps showing up on lists of houses for sale norfolk buyers search most, and for good reason. Norfolk blends genuine waterfront character with a working-class backbone and a surprisingly diverse dining and arts scene. This particular corner of the city, near the Norfolk–Portsmouth border, has a neighborhood feel that's more lived-in than polished — tree-lined blocks, modest front yards, and neighbors who actually know each other. The zip code 23509 is sandwiched between major commuter routes, making it easy to reach downtown Norfolk, the Norfolk Naval Shipyard area, and the Medical Center campus without fighting traffic for long. It's the kind of address that rewards people who want proximity to everything without paying for a zip code that's been discovered and priced up.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely walkable from here. Provision Pros Inc and Food Lion are both within half a mile for grocery runs, and K & D Soul Food and Tony's Deli and Diner are practically around the corner at just 0.1 miles — perfect for a quick lunch or a Friday night you don't feel like cooking. Manny's Burger is another easy option at 0.4 miles. Chesapeake Athletic Club is a half-mile away when you're ready to work off those burgers. Shoop Park, Lafayette Dog Park, and Lakewood Park are all within a mile, giving you green space options whether you have dogs, kids, or just want a walk.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and seven minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — that's a commute that makes a real difference in daily quality of life. Four bedrooms give you room for a family or a dedicated workspace, and the 2013 build means you're not inheriting decades of deferred maintenance. VA loan eligibility makes this kind of newer construction even more accessible for active-duty and veteran buyers.
For families upgrading
If your current place is feeling tight, 2,300 square feet across four bedrooms and two and a half baths is the kind of space upgrade that actually changes how your household functions. Built in 2013, this home skips the renovation projects that come with older Norfolk stock — the systems are newer, the layout is modern, and you're still close to parks, food, and fitness without needing a long drive for any of it.
More buyer questions
How far is 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
The drive is approximately 7 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that campus on the Norfolk side of the border.
How far is 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about 7 minutes away, so personnel assigned to either installation can realistically share this address without a punishing commute for either person.
What is the flood zone status for 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any insurance implications.
Is there a homeowners association at 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave?
Based on available property data, this home does not appear to be governed by a mandatory HOA, though you should confirm that detail during the due-diligence period of any transaction.
What are the nearest parks to 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave?
Shoop Park is about 0.5 miles away, Lafayette Dog Park is 0.7 miles, and Lakewood Park is 0.8 miles — all reachable on foot or with a very short drive.
Want to see 3242 Vimy Ridge Ave in person or get answers about the neighborhood? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's set something up.