Why this home stands out
Homes from the early 1940s in this part of Norfolk tend to carry genuine architectural character — solid construction, defined rooms, and proportions you simply don't find in newer builds. At 1,340 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths, 547 Leonard Road offers a layout that feels purposeful rather than cramped. The lot gives you real outdoor space, and the proximity to two major installations means your commute stays short regardless of where your orders point.
OAKDALE FARMS and the Norfolk real estate market
547 Leonard Road sits in a residential pocket of Norfolk, Virginia that has quietly held its character for decades. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes on established lots, and the neighborhood has a settled, lived-in feel that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. Neighbors tend to put down roots, and that stability shows in the way the blocks are kept. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast — home to the world's largest naval station, a working waterfront, a growing arts district downtown, and easy access to the broader Hampton Roads region. The city rewards people who take the time to explore it: independent restaurants, waterfront parks, and a genuine sense of place that sets it apart from the more suburban corridors nearby. For anyone searching Norfolk homes for sale in a location that balances urban access with neighborhood calm, this stretch of Leonard Road delivers both without asking you to compromise.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 547 Leonard Road. Grocery runs, coffee stops, and pharmacy needs are all handled within a short drive, with options along Little Creek Road and in the surrounding commercial corridors. Northside's mix of local shops and national retailers means you're rarely going far for essentials. Lafayette River access and several neighborhood parks are close by for outdoor time. Downtown Norfolk's restaurants, Nauticus, and the waterfront are roughly fifteen to twenty minutes away when you want a bigger evening out. The location threads the needle between quiet residential living and genuine urban convenience.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Six minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and seven minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — that's the kind of commute that changes your quality of life on a duty day. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and three bedrooms give a military family real room to breathe between deployments and PCS cycles. The neighborhood is stable, the drive is short, and the 1942 construction means the bones are built to last.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into ownership for the first time, 547 Leonard Road offers a manageable footprint — 1,340 square feet, three bedrooms, two baths — without overwhelming you. The 1942 construction gives you character and solid structure, and the established neighborhood means you're buying into a block that already knows what it is. It's a genuinely good starting point in one of Norfolk's more accessible residential areas.
More buyer questions
How far is 547 Leonard Road from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is approximately six minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential addresses to the base in this part of Norfolk.
How far is 547 Leonard Road from MARFORCOM Norfolk?
MARFORCOM Norfolk is roughly seven minutes away by car, so the home sits within easy reach of both major installations in the area.
What is the square footage and layout of 547 Leonard Road?
The home offers 1,340 square feet of living space arranged across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, in a single-family residential configuration built in 1942.
Is 547 Leonard Road 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 property.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 547 Leonard Road?
Yes — as a single-family residential property in Virginia, 547 Leonard Road is generally eligible for VA loan financing, which can offer significant advantages for qualifying military buyers and veterans.
Ready to walk through 547 Leonard Road in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's set up a visit.
