Why this home stands out
What sets 5543 Cape Henry Ave apart is the combination of a generous 0.25-acre lot and a compact, manageable footprint — rare in this price band. The 1966 ranch layout keeps everything on one level, the yard gives you real outdoor space to work with, and the location puts two military installations within a short drive while keeping you close to parks, food, and fitness options in every direction.
AZALEA TERRACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Azalea Terrace is one of those Norfolk neighborhoods that quietly delivers without making a big show of it. Streets are lined with mid-century ranches, lots run larger than you'd expect this close to the water, and the pace feels genuinely residential — neighbors know each other, yards get used, and the area has a settled, unpretentious character that's hard to manufacture. When people decide to buy a house Norfolk often puts Azalea Terrace on the shortlist precisely because it offers that combination of space, accessibility, and neighborhood feel. Norfolk itself sits in the heart of Hampton Roads, bordered by the Chesapeake Bay and the Elizabeth River, and is home to one of the largest naval complexes in the world. The city is part of independent Virginia — not attached to any surrounding county — so your address here places you directly under Norfolk's city services and jurisdiction. It's a city with real history, real waterfront, and a surprisingly walkable core just a few miles southwest.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Cape Henry Ave. Groceries are covered by Market Connections Co just 0.4 miles away, with Azalea Food Mart at 0.7 miles and a Target Grocery less than a mile out. For a quick bite or a proper sit-down, Anchor Bar & Lounge Restaurant is two blocks away at 0.2 miles, The Landing Bar and Bistro is at 0.3 miles, and The Blackdog Cafe handles both coffee and a full menu at 0.5 miles. Fitness options include 1STRING Sports Training at 0.6 miles, the free North FoxHall FitLot Outdoor Fitness Park at 0.7 miles, and The Iron Asylum Gym - Norfolk at 1.0 mile. Princess Anne Park is a half-mile walk, with North Foxhall Playground and Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park both within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and eleven minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — 5543 Cape Henry Ave is positioned well for service members at either installation. A VA loan can make this single-family home with a quarter-acre lot especially accessible, and the BAH rates for Norfolk E-6 and above typically align well with single-family ownership in Azalea Terrace. One level, two full baths, and a real yard make it practical for families on the move.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a one-story ranch with two full bathrooms and a manageable 1,124 square feet is a genuinely sensible place to start. The lot gives you room to grow — garden, entertain, or simply have a yard — without the complexity of a multi-story layout. Azalea Terrace is an established neighborhood, which means infrastructure is in place and the community feel is already there waiting for you.
More buyer questions
How far is 5543 Cape Henry Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this address one of the more convenient residential options for personnel assigned to Little Creek or Fort Story.
How far is 5543 Cape Henry Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 11 minutes by car from Cape Henry Ave, a straightforward commute for Coast Guard members stationed there.
What county is Norfolk, VA in?
Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia, meaning it is not part of any surrounding county — it operates as its own jurisdiction separate from Norfolk County (now Chesapeake) or any other county.
Is 5543 Cape Henry Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
Does 5543 Cape Henry Ave have an HOA?
Azalea Terrace is a traditional residential neighborhood and this property is not governed by a homeowners association, so there are no HOA restrictions or dues attached to the address.
Want to walk through 5543 Cape Henry Ave or talk through what ownership here looks like? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out and let's get you inside.