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About this home
Welcome to 5417 Rolfe Avenue, a charming brick home that blends classic character, comfortable living, and flexible spaces in a well-established Norfolk setting. From the moment you arrive, the inviting red front door, manicured landscaping, and brick walkway create memorable curb appeal. Inside, warm hardwood floors, abundant natural light, crown molding, and thoughtfully updated finishes give the home a bright and welcoming feel. The spacious living room offers plenty of room to gather, relax, and entertain, while the adjoining sunroom or flex space provides an ideal setting for a home office, reading room, playroom, or hobby area. The kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous storage, and an efficient layout for everyday cooking and hosting. Multiple bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations, including a large room with a fireplace that can serve as a private primary retreat, den, guest suite, or additional living space. The home’s interior balances timeless details with practical updates, including neutral paint tones, attractive lighting, built-in shelving, and versatile rooms that can adapt to a variety of needs. The bathroom offers a clean, classic design with a tub and shower combination, while the hardwood flooring throughout much of the home adds warmth and durability. Step outside to enjoy a spacious rear deck designed for outdoor dining, grilling, and casual entertaining. The fenced backyard offers room for gardening, recreation, pets, or simply relaxing beneath the mature trees. A detached outbuilding adds valuable storage for tools, lawn equipment, bicycles, and seasonal items. With its distinctive brick exterior, flexible floor plan, generous outdoor space, and inviting blend of charm and function, this home is ready for its next chapter. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, schools, major roadways, military installations, and all that Norfolk has to offer, 5417 Rolfe Avenue presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy classic style and everyday comfort in a central location.
Larchmont-Edgewater, located between the Lafayette River and Hampton Boulevard, is a residential and waterfront Norfolk neighborhood with tree-lined streets and deep porches. Around the Colley Avenue and 21st Street corridor, coffee counters, indie eateries, and gallery-style storefronts set the neighborhood’s social tempo. Early-20th-century bungalows and Colonial Revival homes mix with tidy brick ranches, and many blocks angle toward river views and small docks. The Elizabeth River Trail adds a linear ribbon for walking and biking. The Naro Expanded Cinema, The Birch, and Doumar’s Cones & Barbecue read as local pillars for film nights and late snacks. ODU’s campus edge brings a steady cadence of lectures, games, and foot traffic.
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Offer insights
5417 Rolfe Ave · $474,900
$474K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $474K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
78 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Cable hookup
Ceiling fan
Gas-propane fireplace
Bedrooms
Master bedroom
Additional bedroom
No bedroom and full bathroom on first floor
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric range
Refrigerator
Pantry
Breakfast area
Laundry & utility
Utility room
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic
Wood
Heating & cooling
Forced hot air heating (natural gas)
Central air
Window/wall air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Back yard fenced with wood fence
Home design
Detached Cape Cod
2 stories
Crawl foundation
Simple ownership
Parking
Street parking
Construction
Brick siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Utilities
City/County water
City/County sewer
Gas water heater
HOA & community
No HOA fees
Electricity and solar
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The purpose of the Single Family 10 ,SF-10 district is to provide lands that accommodate primarily residential single family detached dwellings at higher densities. The district also accommodates day cares, limited group living, government offices, parks and recreation centers, and minor utility facilities. District regulations discourage development that substantially interferes with the quiet residential nature of the district. It is generally intended to be located in the suburban character district.
Zone overlays
Coastal Resilience Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Park & open space
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 72-80% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Norfolk, VA • 23508
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Norfolk. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5417 Rolfe Ave
$470,911
$3,989 under list price of $475K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $380K to $499K.