Why this home stands out
At 2,000 square feet across four bedrooms and two full baths, 4883 Kennebeck Ave gives you real room to spread out — something that's harder to find than you'd expect at this size in Norfolk's established neighborhoods. The 1967 construction means thick walls, larger lot proportions, and a layout built around actual living rather than squeezed floor plans. Two military bases within nine minutes is a practical advantage that's genuinely rare.
ELMHURST and the Norfolk real estate market
Kennebeck Avenue sits in a residential pocket of Norfolk's east side — a part of the city where streets are lined with mid-century homes, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stick around. The area has a settled, unhurried character that's increasingly uncommon this close to the water and the bases. Norfolk itself is a city of real texture: a working waterfront, a growing arts district, independent restaurants, and a military presence that shapes the culture in mostly positive ways. If you're searching for a norfolk va house with genuine square footage and easy base access, this corridor delivers both without asking you to compromise on space or commute. The surrounding blocks are primarily single-family, giving the street a quieter feel than the busier corridors nearby. Daily errands are manageable, the interstate is accessible, and you're well-positioned for wherever life in Hampton Roads takes you.
What's nearby
Grocery runs are straightforward from Kennebeck Ave, with options in multiple directions. Norfolk's Little Creek Road corridor puts gas stations, pharmacies, and fast-casual dining within a short drive. Chesapeake Bay access and waterfront parks are close enough to make weekend afternoons genuinely easy. The Norfolk Premium Outlets and larger retail hubs along Virginia Beach Boulevard are reachable in under fifteen minutes. For coffee, several local spots and national chains are within a five-to-ten-minute radius. Interstate 64 is nearby, which opens up the broader Hampton Roads region — Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth — without a painful commute.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and nine minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — that dual-base proximity is a genuine quality-of-life asset for military households. Four bedrooms means space for a home office, a guest room, or kids who need their own corners. A VA loan can make a home like this more accessible than many families expect, and the location holds up well across multiple duty cycles.
For families upgrading
If your current place has started to feel tight, 2,000 square feet across four bedrooms is the kind of upgrade that changes daily life. There's room for a dedicated workspace, a proper guest room, and kids who aren't sharing walls with everyone else. The 1967 build means you're getting a lot structure and lot size that newer construction in Norfolk rarely matches at this square footage.
More buyer questions
How far is 4883 Kennebeck Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately nine minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base residential options for personnel stationed there. That proximity is a consistent advantage regardless of which gate you use.
What is the square footage and layout of 4883 Kennebeck Ave?
The home offers 2,000 square feet of living space configured across four bedrooms and two full baths. The 1967 floor plan tends to favor defined rooms over open-concept layouts, which many buyers find more functional for everyday living.
Is 4883 Kennebeck Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as flood zone designations can affect insurance costs.
What neighborhood is 4883 Kennebeck Ave located in?
The address is on Norfolk's east side, in a primarily residential area of established mid-century single-family homes. The surrounding streets have a settled, neighborhood feel with relatively low through-traffic.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at this address?
Yes — as a single-family residential property in Norfolk, Virginia, 4883 Kennebeck Ave is generally eligible for VA loan financing, subject to the property meeting VA appraisal standards. The VA loan page on this site has more detail on how the process works.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well. Reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 4883 Kennebeck Ave.
