Why this home stands out
Homes from the early 1940s carry a solidity and craftsmanship that newer construction rarely matches — thicker walls, distinct architectural lines, and a sense of permanence you can feel the moment you walk in. At 1,528 square feet spread across four bedrooms, 8815 Semmes Ave gives you genuine room to live without the sprawl of a larger footprint, and the proximity to two major installations makes the commute almost a non-issue.
COMMODORE PARK and the Norfolk real estate market
Semmes Avenue sits in a residential pocket of Norfolk that reflects the city's deep military and maritime roots. The streets here are established and tree-lined, with mid-century homes that have stood for generations — the kind of neighborhood where neighbors actually know each other. Norfolk itself is one of the most strategically positioned cities on the East Coast, anchored by the world's largest naval station and shaped by decades of military, cultural, and commercial growth. If you've been searching for a house for sale in norfolk va that puts you inside the city rather than on its edges, this address delivers exactly that. You're in Norfolk proper, with all the convenience that implies — quick access to downtown, the waterfront, local dining, and major corridors — while still living on a quiet residential street that feels removed from the bustle.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 8815 Semmes Ave. Grocery runs, coffee stops, and pharmacy errands are all within a short drive, and the broader Ocean View corridor along the Chesapeake Bay is just minutes away for waterfront walks and casual dining. Naval Station Norfolk is roughly five minutes out, and MARFORCOM Norfolk sits about six minutes in the other direction. Interstate 64 is accessible nearby, which opens up the rest of Hampton Roads — Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel — without a long surface-road slog.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — it's hard to find a location that checks both boxes this cleanly. For military families navigating PCS moves and tight reporting timelines, 8815 Semmes Ave removes the commute equation entirely. A VA loan can make the financing side equally straightforward, and four bedrooms means the whole family fits comfortably from day one.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and two full baths in a solidly built 1941 home gives an upgrading family real breathing room — separate spaces for kids, a dedicated guest room, or a proper home office. The established neighborhood in Norfolk means you're not waiting for a community to develop around you; it's already here, with mature trees, stable streets, and neighbors who have been around long enough to make introductions.
More buyer questions
How far is 8815 Semmes Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately five minutes away by car, making this one of the closer residential addresses you'll find to the base without being directly adjacent to it.
What year was 8815 Semmes Ave built?
The home was built in 1941, placing it in a generation of construction known for sturdy framing and architectural detail that distinguishes it from modern tract builds.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8815 Semmes Ave have?
The home has four bedrooms and two full bathrooms across 1,528 square feet of living space.
Is 8815 Semmes Ave 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 most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Where is 8815 Semmes Ave located within Norfolk?
The home sits on Semmes Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia 23503, in an established residential area with convenient access to the Ocean View waterfront corridor, Interstate 64, and both Naval Station Norfolk and MARFORCOM Norfolk.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out to get your questions answered and arrange a closer look at 8815 Semmes Ave.
