Why this home stands out
Mid-century bones give 5380 Hummel Drive a solidity you don't always find in newer construction — thick walls, established lot, and a floor plan that keeps living spaces connected without feeling cramped. The 1954 build year puts it in a generation of Norfolk homes that were designed to last, and the 1,592 square feet of interior space is distributed across three bedrooms and a full bath plus a half bath, giving everyday life real room to breathe.
RIVER OAKS and the Norfolk real estate market
Hummel Drive sits in the eastern corridor of Norfolk, a part of the city where residential streets stay quiet while everything you actually need stays close. This section of Norfolk 23502 has a settled, unpretentious character — mature trees, established neighbors, and a pace that feels genuinely livable rather than transactional. If you're searching for a norfolk home for sale that puts you near the water, the bases, and the city's commercial spine without dropping you into a dense urban block, this zip code consistently delivers. Norfolk itself is one of the most geographically interesting cities on the East Coast: bordered by the Chesapeake Bay, the Elizabeth River, and a network of tidal creeks, it blends naval history with a growing arts scene, waterfront dining, and a downtown that has seen steady reinvestment over the past decade. The 23502 zip code is a practical sweet spot — far enough east to feel residential, close enough to everything else to stay convenient.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Hummel Drive. Military Circle area puts grocery stores, pharmacies, and big-box retail within a short drive east on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Lakewood Park offers green space and walking paths just minutes away. The Janaf Shopping Center is close for everyday shopping needs. For coffee, local spots along Little Creek Road are a quick hop north. Norfolk Premium Outlets and the broader Virginia Beach Boulevard commercial corridor cover most household needs without a long drive, and Interstate 64 access keeps the broader Hampton Roads metro — including downtown Norfolk and the Virginia Beach Oceanfront — well within reach.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and ten minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — 5380 Hummel Drive is about as well-positioned as a Norfolk address gets for dual-base households. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the stable 23502 neighborhood means you're not trading location for livability. Three bedrooms handle a growing family, and the half bath keeps morning routines moving.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring real estate in norfolk va for the first time, 5380 Hummel Drive offers a genuine entry point into homeownership without the compromises that often come with starter properties. Three bedrooms, 1,592 square feet, and a 1954 build that prioritized structural quality over cosmetic flash — it's the kind of house where you can settle in, make it your own over time, and feel the investment working in your favor.
More buyer questions
How far is 5380 Hummel Drive from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive from 5380 Hummel Drive to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is approximately 9 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more conveniently located addresses in Norfolk for service members assigned to that installation.
How far is 5380 Hummel Drive from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly 10 minutes from Hummel Drive, a commute that stays manageable even during peak Hampton Roads traffic hours.
What is the square footage and layout of 5380 Hummel Drive?
The home offers 1,592 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and one full bath plus a half bath, built on a mid-century floor plan that keeps common areas connected and functional.
Is 5380 Hummel Drive 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 for the 23502 zip code — check that section for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What year was 5380 Hummel Drive built and what does that mean for the structure?
The home was built in 1954, a era known in Norfolk for solid masonry and framing construction — buyers often find that mid-century builds in this zip code require less structural attention than homes from later decades that used lighter materials.
Ready to walk through 5380 Hummel Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Norfolk corridor well — reach out and let's set something up.
