Why this home stands out
What sets 5256 Windermere Avenue apart is the combination of newer construction and an unbeatable location. Built in 2018, the home skips the maintenance surprises that come with older Norfolk stock — think updated systems, modern finishes, and energy-efficient bones. At 1,899 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, there's genuine room to spread out, and the commute to two major installations is measured in single-digit minutes.
ELMHURST and the Norfolk real estate market
Windermere Avenue sits in a working, walkable corner of Norfolk — a city that has been steadily reinvesting in its neighborhoods and waterfront for over a decade. This part of Norfolk carries a genuinely international flavor: Caribbean, Filipino, and Latin American restaurants and specialty grocery stores line the nearby blocks, giving the area a day-to-day energy you won't find in a typical suburb. Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park is a short walk away when you need fresh air without getting in the car. Norfolk itself is one of the most strategically connected cities in Hampton Roads — Interstate 64 puts you within reach of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth in under twenty minutes. The city's mix of military history, arts venues, and waterfront dining makes it a place people tend to stay in longer than they planned.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from 5256 Windermere Avenue. A BP is just a tenth of a mile away for quick stops, and Nikkos Tindahan Oriental Store and Pulperia Latina — both within 0.2 miles — stock a wide range of specialty ingredients. For a sit-down meal, 7 Spices Caribbean Soul, Boracay Philippine Cuisine, and Mona Lisa's Restaurant & Bar are all within a few blocks. Dunkin' is 0.2 miles out when you need a morning coffee, and Royal Farms and 7-Eleven are both reachable in under half a mile. Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park rounds out the walkable radius nicely.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and ten minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math is hard to beat. Built in 2018, the home is VA loan eligible and offers the kind of newer construction that holds up well through PCS cycles. Three bedrooms and 1,899 square feet give a growing military family real room to settle in without feeling squeezed.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, newer construction takes a lot of the guesswork off the table. A 2018 build means the major systems — HVAC, roof, plumbing — are still in their early years. At 1,899 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, 5256 Windermere Avenue gives you space to grow into, not just space to get started. The walkable neighborhood means you're never far from what you need.
More buyer questions
How far is 5256 Windermere Avenue from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the installation in Norfolk. USCG Base Portsmouth is also reachable in about ten minutes.
What year was 5256 Windermere Avenue built?
The home was built in 2018, placing it among the newer residential construction in this part of Norfolk. That means buyers benefit from more current building standards and systems that are still well within their expected service life.
Is 5256 Windermere Avenue eligible for a VA loan?
VA loan eligibility is determined by the lender and the buyer's service record, not the property address alone — but as a standard single-family residential property in Norfolk, there are no property-type barriers that would typically disqualify it from VA financing.
What is the flood zone status for 5256 Windermere Avenue?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that information and discussing flood insurance options with your agent.
Are there parks or green spaces near 5256 Windermere Avenue?
Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park is about 0.4 miles away — an easy walk. Norfolk also maintains a broader network of parks and waterfront green spaces accessible within a short drive.
Want to know more about 5256 Windermere Avenue or explore comparable homes in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out and let's talk.
