Norfolk Virginia Homes for Sale

Norfolk, Virginia homes for sale are found in many separate regions within the city limits. Norfolk claims more than a hundred distinct neighborhoods, varying in racial and financial composition. Norfolk, Virginia, is one of the major metropolitan areas that comprise the Hampton Roads region, and serves as the center from the standpoints of industry, education and culture. The population of Norfolk is recorded at approximately 230,000, spread over 66 square miles of land.

Norfolk, Virginia homes for sale are available on both inland and waterfront lots. Bordering the Chesapeake Bay, Norfolk also possess miles of inland water's edge properties on its many lakes and rivers. Residential neighborhoods in Norfolk are typified by lush arrangements of trees and flowers. Due to its emphasis on landscape and manicured common spaces, Norfolk has earned the nickname "Tree City". The Norfolk Botanical Garden is one of the city's outdoor attractions popular with residents and tourists alike.

Norfolk's real estate market is encouraged by its success as one of the busiest international ports on the eastern coast and a number of successful enterprises. Norfolk is also home to an international airport and in the city and supports a large workforce of military personnel. Additionally, Norfolk lays claim to the North American Treaty Organization (NATO) headquarters. Cultural opportunities are prevalent for the large workforce of Norfolk and their families. The Chrysler Museum of Art, the Douglas MacArthur Memorial and the Virginia Opera are just a few of the cultural highlights based in Norfolk. Cruise ships often port at Norfolk's Nauticus pier, which recently added a 2 million dollar extension to its pier. The extension to the Nauticus pier will enable Norfolk to accommodate the large, megaships popular with cruise lines today.

The chartacteristic of Norfolk's homes for sale has changed recently with the development of the downtown area. There is a major reimagining of Norfolk's downtown taking place, which will incorporate housing in the form of luxury condominiums and lofts. As in many other Hampton Roads cities, Norfolk boasts a number of historic houses and landmarks that are protected by regional or federal designations. The revitalization of downtown should provide an interesting dichotomy between these traditional structures and their tastefully desgined modern counterparts. Tidewater Community College has a new campus downtown, and there are a number of hospitals and medical facilities to serve the area's population. Late in 2010 the city will open a light rail running through downtown which should further promote access to the neighborhoods found deeper in the city.


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