Why this home stands out
What sets 987 Albert Ave apart is the combination of generous square footage for a mid-century Norfolk home — 2,208 square feet across three full baths — and a location that keeps two major military installations within a ten-minute drive. The 1949 construction era gives the bones a solidity you notice the moment you walk through the door, while the surrounding blocks offer the kind of lived-in, connected neighborhood energy that newer subdivisions rarely replicate.
CORONADO and the Norfolk real estate market
Albert Ave sits in the 23513 zip code on Norfolk's east side, a part of the city where residential streets transition naturally into commercial corridors without losing their neighborhood feel. The blocks here are established — mature trees, sidewalks, neighbors who wave — and the area draws a mix of longtime Norfolk residents and military families who appreciate the straight shot to base. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast, anchored by the world's largest naval station and edged by the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often land in this zip because it threads the needle between urban access and neighborhood calm. Downtown Norfolk, the Waterside District, and the Norfolk Botanical Garden are all within a reasonable drive, giving you a full city's worth of culture, dining, and waterfront without a long commute home.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from 987 Albert Ave. Angel Food Mart is just 0.3 miles away for quick grocery runs, and K & T Food Mart is under a mile out. When it's time to eat, Lindy's Famous Hotdogs, R and C Chicken and Seafood, and T'San Japanese Restaurant are all within 0.3 miles — that's a solid trio of options for any night of the week. Roland Park Playground is 0.7 miles away, and both Five Points Neighborhood Spot and Lakewood Park are under a mile, giving families plenty of outdoor space to spread out. Fitness options cluster nearby too: Box-N-Go Boxing Gym, Somnium CrossFit, and Hyrox Norfolk are all within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and ten to MARFORCOM Norfolk — that's the kind of commute that makes PCS season a lot less stressful. With three full baths and 2,208 square feet, there's room for a family to settle in properly rather than just camp out between deployments. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the neighborhood has the stable, community feel that military families tend to prioritize.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current place and are weighing homes for sale in 23513, 987 Albert Ave offers the square footage jump that growing families need — 2,208 square feet, three bedrooms, and three full baths under one roof. The 1949 build means the rooms are proportioned generously, and the proximity to Roland Park Playground and Lakewood Park means the kids have somewhere to go the moment you're done unpacking.
More buyer questions
How far is 987 Albert Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately nine minutes by car from 987 Albert Ave, making it one of the more convenient addresses in the 23513 zip for active-duty service members. MARFORCOM Norfolk is about ten minutes in the same direction.
What school zone does 987 Albert Ave fall in?
Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Norview High School and homes for sale zoned for Willard Model Elementary School will want to verify current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as attendance boundaries can change — but this address has historically fallen within those attendance zones.
Is 987 Albert Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions.
What are the nearest parks to 987 Albert Ave?
Roland Park Playground is 0.7 miles away, Five Points Neighborhood Spot is about 0.9 miles, and Lakewood Park rounds out the options at roughly a mile — all reachable on a short drive or a longer walk.
Does 987 Albert Ave have an HOA?
This property is not part of a mandatory HOA, which means no association dues or governing covenants to navigate — a detail worth noting for buyers who prefer more flexibility in how they use and maintain their home.
Want to know more about 987 Albert Ave or explore other Norfolk homes for sale in this area? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail.
