Why this home stands out
Built in 2015, this home skips the guesswork that older Norfolk properties can bring — think modern mechanicals, contemporary layouts, and construction standards that align with today's expectations. At 2,236 square feet on a compact 0.11-acre lot, the square footage is generous relative to the footprint, meaning more living space and less yard maintenance. Four bedrooms and 2.5 baths give households plenty of room to grow without overextending on space.
VIRGINIA PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Virginia Place is a quiet, established residential pocket in the heart of Norfolk — the kind of neighborhood where tree-lined streets and compact lots create a genuine sense of community. Debree Avenue sits comfortably within this grid, close enough to the city's energy to feel connected, far enough from the main corridors to feel like home. Norfolk itself is one of the most layered cities in Hampton Roads: a working waterfront, a thriving arts district, major universities, and a deep military presence all coexist here. If you're browsing houses for sale norfolk va, this part of the city offers something that newer suburban developments often can't — walkable green space, neighborhood-scale dining, and a real sense of place. Virginia Place is bounded by Colonial Place to the west and Ghent to the south, putting you within easy reach of some of the region's most beloved urban amenities while keeping daily life calm and residential.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Cutta's Kitchen and The Cage Kids Cafe are both within two blocks, making weekday mornings and casual dinners genuinely walkable. Coaches Sports Grill on 35th St and House of Consciousness/Jikoni Cafe round out the local dining scene just 0.3 miles out. For groceries, NuLand Hot Stuff Company, Food Lion, and Dollar General are all within 0.7 miles. Active households will appreciate the tennis courts at Lafayette Park (0.3 mi), the YMCA on Granby (0.5 mi), and Torch Yoga Norfolk nearby. Colonial Place Greenway, Meditation Park, and Carolina Circle are all within 0.2 miles — three distinct green spaces practically at your doorstep.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly five minutes from 3611 Debree Ave, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about six. For military households, that kind of commute is rare and genuinely valuable — especially when you factor in BAH rates for the Norfolk area and the flexibility a VA loan can offer. Virginia Place puts you close to the gate without sacrificing neighborhood character.
For first-time buyers
If you're ready to buy house norfolk and want something that won't immediately hand you a renovation list, a 2015 build is a meaningful advantage. Systems are relatively young, the layout is modern, and 2,236 square feet gives you room to grow into the home over time. Virginia Place is also a neighborhood with real roots — not a blank-slate subdivision — which tends to hold its appeal across market cycles.
More buyer questions
How far is 3611 Debree Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 5 minutes by car from 3611 Debree Ave, making this one of the closer off-base residential options for staff and personnel assigned there.
How far is 3611 Debree Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 6 minutes away — a short, straightforward commute that keeps work and home life well within reach of each other.
What is the Virginia Place neighborhood like in Norfolk?
Virginia Place is a compact, tree-lined residential neighborhood in central Norfolk, bordered by Colonial Place and Ghent. It has a walkable, established character with nearby green spaces, local dining, and easy access to the broader city.
Is 3611 Debree Ave 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 and what it means for insurance requirements.
Are there parks or green spaces near 3611 Debree Ave?
Yes — Colonial Place Greenway, Meditation Park, and Carolina Circle are all within 0.2 miles, giving residents multiple outdoor options just steps from the front door.
Want to know more about 3611 Debree Ave or Virginia Place? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk.
