Why this home stands out
Built in 1938, this bungalow carries the kind of solid, pre-war construction you simply don't find in newer builds — thick walls, a defined floor plan, and a character that modern cookie-cutter homes can't replicate. At 744 square feet, the layout is efficient without feeling cramped, and the address puts Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth both within an eight-minute drive, making the commute genuinely easy for service members stationed at either installation.
ESTABROOK and the Norfolk real estate market
Orange Street sits in an established residential pocket of Norfolk, Virginia — a city where history, military heritage, and everyday practicality converge in a way that keeps drawing people back. For anyone actively exploring homes to buy in Norfolk, this part of the city offers something the newer suburban corridors don't: mature tree lines, walkable blocks, and a neighborhood fabric that has been quietly holding its shape for decades. Norfolk itself is the anchor of the Hampton Roads metro, bordered by the Elizabeth River and home to one of the largest naval complexes in the world. The surrounding streets here have a lived-in, unpretentious feel — neighbors who know each other, small businesses within walking distance, and a straightforward grid layout that makes getting around simple. Whether you're commuting to a base, heading downtown, or just running daily errands, the central location within Norfolk works hard for you.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely walkable from 3713 Orange Street. La Botica Hispana is just 0.3 miles away for grocery runs, and Dollar General is a quick 0.4-mile walk for household staples. YENDIDI NORFOLK pulls double duty as both a grocery stop and a sit-down restaurant, also at 0.4 miles. When you want something different, All Vegann and Forkin' to Fitness LLC — which also serves as a local coffee spot — are both within 0.4 miles. For fitness, Dream Shape Body Contouring is 0.3 miles out and Chesapeake Athletic Club is half a mile away. Five Points Neighborhood Spot, a community park, is just 0.7 miles down the road.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are each about eight minutes from the front door — a commute that makes a real difference on early-morning duty days. If you're using a VA loan or working through your BAH numbers, this address lands in a price range and location that tends to make those calculations straightforward. Short commutes and a no-fuss neighborhood layout are a solid combination for military households.
For first-time buyers
If you're searching for a house to buy in Norfolk and want to start somewhere manageable, a 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow with a defined footprint is a practical entry point. The 1938 construction means real bones — not the thin-wall builds of recent decades. Walkable errands, nearby parks, and two military bases within eight minutes give the address genuine everyday utility without overcomplicating your first ownership experience.
More buyer questions
How far is 3713 Orange Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 8 minutes by car from 3713 Orange Street, making it one of the more convenient addresses in Norfolk for personnel stationed there.
How far is 3713 Orange Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about 8 minutes away by car — essentially the same commute as Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, which is unusual and genuinely useful if your household has members at both installations.
What is the square footage and layout of 3713 Orange Street?
The home is 744 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, built in 1938 as a single-family residential bungalow — an efficient, well-defined layout typical of pre-war Norfolk construction.
Is 3713 Orange Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Are there walkable amenities near 3713 Orange Street?
Yes — several grocery options, local restaurants, a coffee spot, two fitness facilities, and a neighborhood park are all within 0.7 miles, making everyday errands genuinely manageable on foot.
Want to know more about 3713 Orange Street or explore comparable properties in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it.
