Why this home stands out
What sets 9550 Selby Place apart is the combination of genuine 1948 character — think solid construction, established proportions, and a layout with real room to breathe — paired with over 2,400 square feet across three full bathrooms plus a half bath. That's a lot of house for this neighborhood, and the Pinewell address puts you within a short drive of the water, the base, and the best of Norfolk's Eastside.
PINEWELL and the Norfolk real estate market
Pinewell sits in the northeastern corner of Norfolk, a quietly established residential area that draws people in and tends to keep them. Streets here are lined with mature trees and homes that were built to last — many dating back to the mid-twentieth century, with the kind of brick and framing you just don't see in newer construction. It's a neighborhood with a genuine sense of place. If you're searching for a norfolk va house with roots and character, Pinewell delivers both. The broader Norfolk context matters too: you're in a city with a working waterfront, a thriving arts district, world-class seafood, and one of the most significant naval installations on the East Coast. Chesapeake Bay access is close, and the energy of downtown Norfolk is only a short drive west. Pinewell itself stays residential and low-key — a place where neighbors know each other and front porches actually get used.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Selby Place. Grocery runs are quick, with options in multiple directions inside ten minutes. Coffee shops and casual dining along the Granby Street corridor are a short drive away. The Lafayette River and nearby waterfront parks give you green space and water views without much effort. Ocean View Beach Park is reachable in under fifteen minutes, making spontaneous afternoon trips to the shore genuinely practical. Pharmacies, urgent care, and everyday retail are all within a compact radius — this is a location where errands don't eat your whole afternoon.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Station Norfolk is six minutes away — that's not a commute, that's a quick drive. MARFORCOM Norfolk is seven minutes out. For active-duty families, that proximity is hard to overstate. A VA loan can make a property like this especially accessible, and 2,400-plus square feet means everyone gets space, whether you're hosting family during PCS season or just settling in for a longer tour.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a half bath, and more than 2,400 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out. The 1948 construction means thick walls, solid bones, and a layout that wasn't designed around open-plan trends — there are actual rooms here. Pinewell's established, tree-lined streets and close-knit feel make it the kind of place where kids can grow up with a real sense of neighborhood.
More buyer questions
How far is 9550 Selby Place from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately six minutes away by car, making 9550 Selby Place one of the more conveniently located addresses in the Pinewell neighborhood for base access.
What neighborhood is 9550 Selby Place in?
The property is located in Pinewell, an established residential neighborhood in the northeastern section of Norfolk, Virginia, known for its mid-century homes and mature tree canopy.
How big is the home at 9550 Selby Place?
The home offers 2,402 square feet of living space with three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bath, all within a property originally built in 1948.
Is 9550 Selby Place in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
What is the drive time from 9550 Selby Place to MARFORCOM Norfolk?
MARFORCOM Norfolk is approximately seven minutes by car from 9550 Selby Place, making it a practical location for personnel assigned to that command.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Pinewell and the broader Norfolk market well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your next move.
