Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a 1949 home is genuinely rare, and that's the headline here. Whether you need a dedicated home office, a guest suite, or room for a growing household, the layout gives you options that most homes in this size range simply can't match. Add a 0.27-acre lot — one of the larger parcels you'll find this close to the water in Norfolk — and the outdoor potential is equally hard to overlook.
BAYVIEW SOUTH and the Norfolk real estate market
Bayview South sits in the northeastern corner of Norfolk, where the city opens up toward the Chesapeake Bay and the pace of daily life feels a little more relaxed than the dense urban core. Streets here are lined with mid-century homes on real lots, and neighbors tend to know each other. If you're looking to buy house norfolk without sacrificing elbow room, this pocket of the city consistently delivers. The neighborhood connects easily to Shore Drive, giving you a scenic route west toward Ocean View and east toward the Virginia Beach border. Norfolk itself is a city of genuine variety — waterfront parks, a thriving arts district, world-class seafood, and one of the largest naval installations on the planet, all layered into a metro area that's far more affordable than comparable coastal cities up and down the East Coast.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are handled quickly from this address. TNT Sports Tavern and Dawg Shack are both within two-tenths of a mile for a casual meal, and China King is equally close. A Wawa at 0.3 miles covers your coffee-and-gas routine, with two 7-Eleven locations within half a mile as backup. For groceries, Mi Calavera Latin Store & Butcher Shop, LEMPIRA #3, and Watergate 3 International Food Market are all within half a mile, offering a strong selection of international ingredients. Fitness options are plentiful — Muscle Beach East Gym is 0.4 miles away, while Somnium CrossFit and Box-N-Go Boxing Gym are under a mile. Oakmont North Playgrounds and Pennstock Triangle round out the outdoor options nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Station Norfolk is eight minutes away, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is nine — this address puts you squarely inside the commute sweet spot that military families in Hampton Roads actively seek. A VA loan can make a five-bedroom home on a quarter-acre lot an especially strong move, and BAH rates for the Norfolk area are structured to support exactly this kind of purchase. Solid square footage, multiple bedrooms, and a short drive to the gate.
For families upgrading
Five bedrooms across 1,754 square feet means everyone gets their own space — kids, guests, a home office, or all three. The 0.27-acre lot gives you genuine backyard room in a city where that's increasingly hard to find. Bayview South is a stable, established neighborhood with a real community feel, and the proximity to parks, gyms, and everyday conveniences makes the upgrade feel practical as much as it does exciting.
More buyer questions
How far is 8050 Chesapeake Blvd from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive to Naval Station Norfolk runs about eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential addresses to the gate in the Bayview South area.
What is the lot size at 8050 Chesapeake Blvd?
The lot measures 0.27 acres, which is notably generous for an in-city Norfolk address and provides meaningful outdoor space front and back.
Is 8050 Chesapeake Blvd in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification and what it means for insurance.
What neighborhood is 8050 Chesapeake Blvd in?
The property is located in Bayview South, a mid-century residential neighborhood in the northeastern section of Norfolk near the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
How old is the home at 8050 Chesapeake Blvd?
The home was built in 1949, placing it firmly in the mid-century era when Bayview South was developed — a period known for solid construction and larger lot sizes than modern subdivisions typically offer.
Ready to walk through 8050 Chesapeake Blvd in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know Bayview South well — reach out and let's set up a showing at your convenience.
