Why this home stands out
What sets 5440 Glenhaven Crescent apart is the combination of genuine mid-century scale — over 2,300 square feet on a graceful crescent street — with a location that puts two military bases within seven minutes and a walkable mix of parks, coffee shops, and dining within half a mile. Homes with this footprint, this era of construction, and this kind of access don't come together often in Norfolk's established neighborhoods.
LARCHMONT and the Norfolk real estate market
Glenhaven Crescent sits in one of Norfolk's quieter residential pockets, tucked between the ODU campus corridor and the broader Larchmont-Edgewater fabric that defines this part of the city. The streets here curve rather than grid, which keeps through-traffic low and gives the block a settled, unhurried feel. Mature trees line the sidewalks, and the housing stock — largely mid-century single-family homes — gives the area a consistency that newer subdivisions rarely match. If you've been searching for a norfolk va house with real square footage, a recognizable architectural era, and proximity to both military employment and urban amenities, this address checks those boxes quietly and confidently. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct neighborhoods, waterfront access, and a deep military and maritime identity, and this corner of it reflects that character well. Virginia Park is two-tenths of a mile away, Brick Field is just three-tenths, and Myrtle Park rounds out a trio of green spaces all within a short walk.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from Glenhaven Crescent. Miller's Neighborhood Market is 0.6 miles away for quick grocery runs, and The Ten Top Market is just 0.8 miles out. When you want to sit down, Waters Edge Winery & Bistro Norfolk is half a mile away — a solid neighborhood anchor for a relaxed evening. Starbucks and Borjo Coffeehouse both cover the morning coffee routine, with Borjo offering that independent-shop feel at 0.8 miles. For fitness, the ODU Student Recreation & Well-Being Center is 0.6 miles away, and GUD Yoga and Universal Combat Center are both under a mile. Virginia Park, Brick Field, and Myrtle Park form a green triangle all within 0.4 miles of the front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and MARFORCOM Norfolk are each a seven-minute drive from 5440 Glenhaven Crescent — a rare double-base convenience that makes commute planning straightforward. The home's 2,337 square feet gives a military family real room to spread out, and VA loan eligibility makes a property of this size and vintage genuinely accessible. This is the kind of address that works across multiple tours of duty.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms and over 2,300 square feet in a 1948 single-family home means you're getting rooms with real dimensions — not the compressed layouts common in newer construction. Add three parks within 0.4 miles, a walkable neighborhood feel, and quick access to daily errands, and Glenhaven Crescent starts to look like exactly the kind of upgrade move that makes long-term sense for a growing household.
More buyer questions
How far is 5440 Glenhaven Crescent from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately seven minutes by car from 5440 Glenhaven Crescent, making it one of the more convenient residential options for personnel assigned to that installation.
What neighborhood is 5440 Glenhaven Crescent in?
The home sits on Glenhaven Crescent in Norfolk, Virginia 23508, in a mid-century residential area adjacent to the ODU corridor and the broader Larchmont-Edgewater section of the city.
Is there an HOA at 5440 Glenhaven Crescent?
This property does not carry an HOA, which means no mandatory association fees or deed-restriction overlays beyond standard city and county regulations.
What is the flood risk situation for this address?
Flood zone information for 5440 Glenhaven Crescent is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
How walkable is the area around 5440 Glenhaven Crescent?
Very walkable for daily errands and recreation — Virginia Park is 0.2 miles away, Miller's Neighborhood Market is 0.6 miles, and a Starbucks and several dining options are all within half a mile of the front door.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out to get the full picture on 5440 Glenhaven Crescent and what it could mean for your next move.
