Why this home stands out
Most homes in this price range in Norfolk are decades-old renovations. This one was built in 2018, which means you're getting modern framing, updated electrical, and current building codes baked in from day one — not retrofitted. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and 1,899 square feet give you real room to spread out, all without the maintenance surprises that come with older stock.
ELMHURST and the Norfolk real estate market
Windermere Avenue sits in a residential pocket of Norfolk that punches above its quiet-street feel when it comes to convenience. The surrounding blocks carry a genuinely diverse, lived-in energy — neighbors from all over the world, a walkable strip of Caribbean, Filipino, and Latin American restaurants, and everyday errands within a quarter mile. Norfolk itself is one of Hampton Roads' most connected cities: you're close to the water, close to the bases, and close to downtown without being in the thick of it. For families comparing Norfolk homes for sale, this zip code offers newer construction at a realistic price point — a combination that's harder to find than it looks. The city's mix of military community, longtime locals, and young professionals gives neighborhoods like this one a grounded, unpretentious character that tends to hold up well over time.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from Windermere Ave. A BP is 0.1 miles away for quick stops, and Nikkos Tindahan Oriental Store and Pulperia Latina — both within 0.2 miles — round out a walkable grocery situation with real variety. When you want to eat out without driving far, 7 Spices Caribbean Soul, Boracay Philippine Cuisine, and Mona Lisa's Restaurant & Bar are all within two blocks. Dunkin' is 0.2 miles for your morning run, with Royal Farms and 7-Eleven also close by. Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park is 0.4 miles away — a solid spot for a walk or an afternoon outside.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and ten to USCG Base Portsmouth makes 5256 Windermere Ave one of the more strategically located addresses for active-duty households in this part of Norfolk. A VA loan pairs naturally with a 2018 build — no deferred maintenance, no seller concession negotiations over aging systems. You move in and settle, not fix.
For first-time buyers
A 2018-built home means you're not inheriting someone else's deferred maintenance list — and in a city like Norfolk, that matters. Homes for sale in 23513 at this size and vintage are genuinely uncommon. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a layout that actually functions gives first-time buyers a real foothold without the renovation gamble.
More buyer questions
How far is 5256 Windermere Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base options for service members stationed there. USCG Base Portsmouth is about 10 minutes in the other direction.
Is 5256 Windermere Ave part of an HOA?
Based on available property data, this home does not carry an HOA — giving owners more flexibility without added monthly obligations.
What is the flood zone status for 5256 Windermere Ave?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section before making any purchase decision is always a good idea in Hampton Roads.
What year was 5256 Windermere Ave built?
The home was built in 2018, placing it among the newer residential construction in this part of Norfolk and meaning it was built to modern building codes throughout.
Where can families find homes for sale zoned for Norview High School and homes for sale zoned for Norview Elementary School?
Both school zones cover portions of the 23513 zip code, including this area of Norfolk — the School Zone tile on this page confirms the exact zoning for this address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on whether 5256 Windermere Ave fits where you're headed.
