About this home
The listing, in the seller's words
Welcome to 5417 Rolfe Avenue, a charming brick home that blends classic character, comfortable living, and flexible spaces in a well-established Norfolk setting. From the moment you arrive, the inviting red front door, manicured landscaping, and brick walkway create memorable curb appeal. Inside, warm hardwood floors, abundant natural light, crown molding, and thoughtfully updated finishes give the home a bright and welcoming feel.
The spacious living room offers plenty of room to gather, relax, and entertain, while the adjoining sunroom or flex space provides an ideal setting for a home office, reading room, playroom, or hobby area. The kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous storage, and an efficient layout for everyday cooking and hosting. Multiple bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations, including a large room with a fireplace that can serve as a private primary retreat, den, guest suite, or additional living space.
The home's interior balances timeless details with practical updates, including neutral paint tones, attractive lighting, built-in shelving, and versatile rooms that can adapt to a variety of needs. The bathroom offers a clean, classic design with a tub and shower combination, while the hardwood flooring throughout much of the home adds warmth and durability.
Step outside to enjoy a spacious rear deck designed for outdoor dining, grilling, and casual entertaining. The fenced backyard offers room for gardening, recreation, pets, or simply relaxing beneath the mature trees. A detached outbuilding adds valuable storage for tools, lawn equipment, bicycles, and seasonal items.
With its distinctive brick exterior, flexible floor plan, generous outdoor space, and inviting blend of charm and function, this home is ready for its next chapter. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, schools, major roadways, military installations, and all that Norfolk has to offer, 5417 Rolfe Avenue presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy classic style and everyday comfort in a central location.
Listing courtesy of Daniel Inman · Aweigh Real Estate VB · REIN MLS #10644667
VaHome team overview
Our read on this home
by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty
At a glance
5417 Rolfe Ave is a 1,900-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1948 in Norfolk, Virginia. It sits close to Old Dominion University, two military installations, and a walkable stretch of everyday conveniences — all in a neighborhood with genuine mid-century character.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 5417 Rolfe Ave apart is the combination of square footage, era, and location that's genuinely hard to find in this pocket of Norfolk. At 1,900 square feet, the 1948 construction gives you the solid bones and room proportions that newer builds rarely replicate. Add a seven-minute drive to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and a walkable radius packed with parks, markets, and fitness options, and the address covers a lot of ground without asking you to compromise.
LARCHMONT and the Norfolk real estate market
Rolfe Ave sits in a mature residential corridor just north of Old Dominion University's main campus — a part of Norfolk that blends college-town energy with established neighborhood calm. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes, many of them well-maintained originals, giving the area a cohesive architectural identity that feels rooted rather than assembled. Sidewalks connect you to Bluestone Playground just two-tenths of a mile away, and Bolling Avenue Lookout is a short walk for a bit of fresh air and a view. Norfolk as a city brings a lot to this zip code: a strong arts scene, a deep military presence, and a waterfront identity that shapes daily life in ways both practical and enjoyable. The 23508 zip code in particular benefits from proximity to ODU's campus amenities while remaining a genuine residential address — not a student-housing strip. It's the kind of block where neighbors tend to stay, and where a 1948 home still holds its own.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Rolfe Ave. Miller's Neighborhood Market is half a mile out for quick grocery runs, and The Ten Top Market is under a mile in the other direction. Starbucks Coffee Company is within a short drive for your morning routine, and a second Starbucks location is just 0.6 miles away. Subway and Panda Express are both 0.3 miles out when you need a fast lunch. For fitness, the ODU Student Recreation & Well-Being Center is a three-tenths-of-a-mile walk, with GUD Yoga and the University Fitness Center also close by. Brick Field and Bluestone Playground round out the outdoor options right in the immediate area.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is seven minutes from the front door, and MARFORCOM Norfolk matches that same drive time in the opposite direction — making 5417 Rolfe Ave a practical anchor for dual-military households or anyone whose orders point to either installation. A VA loan can stretch the value of a 1,900-square-foot, three-bedroom home in a neighborhood this well-located, and the commute math here is genuinely favorable.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 5417 Rolfe Ave offers something valuable: real square footage in a real neighborhood. At 1,900 square feet with three bedrooms and two baths, you're not squeezing into a starter box — you're stepping into a home with room to grow. The walkable surroundings, nearby parks, and quick access to everyday conveniences make the learning curve of homeownership a little easier when everything you need is already close.
More buyer questions
How far is 5417 Rolfe Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately seven minutes by car from 5417 Rolfe Ave, making it one of the more commute-friendly addresses in this part of Norfolk for personnel assigned there.
What is the square footage and layout of 5417 Rolfe Ave?
The home offers 1,900 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1948 on a residential lot in the 23508 zip code of Norfolk, Virginia.
Is 5417 Rolfe Ave walkable?
Yes — Bluestone Playground is 0.2 miles away, Brick Field and Bolling Avenue Lookout are 0.3 miles out, and both grocery options and fitness centers are within a mile, making this one of the more walkable residential addresses near ODU.
What flood zone is 5417 Rolfe Ave in?
Flood zone information for 5417 Rolfe Ave is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel.
Are there parks near 5417 Rolfe Ave?
There are three parks within a third of a mile: Bluestone Playground at 0.2 miles, and both Brick Field and Bolling Avenue Lookout at 0.3 miles — all walkable from the front door.
Want to know more about 5417 Rolfe Ave or explore similar homes in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything this address has to offer.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
5417 Rolfe Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23508 · MLS #10644667 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.
