{"id":91119,"date":"2024-01-16T10:28:11","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T18:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=91119"},"modified":"2024-03-26T08:19:01","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T15:19:01","slug":"norfolk-va-suburbs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/norfolk-va-suburbs\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Awesome Norfolk Suburbs to Consider Living in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14757\/VA\/Norfolk\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Norfolk, VA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is known for its significant naval presence, the vibrant Ghent district, and cultural attractions like the Chrysler Museum of Art. All of these factors as well as sites like the Norfolk Botanical Garden, the Virginia Zoo, the Nauticus National Maritime Center, and the Chrysler Museum of Art make it a great place to reside in the Mid-Atlantic region. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re considering <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14757\/VA\/Norfolk\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buying a home in Norfolk<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, know that the median home sale price is $300,000, and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14757\/VA\/Norfolk\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">average rent for an apartment in Norfolk<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is about $1,390.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you\u2019re not sure about living in the heart of Norfolk, don\u2019t worry. To help you find the right place to buy a home, we&#8217;ve compiled a list of the 10 best suburbs of Norfolk, VA, to check out. And they&#8217;re all less than 30 miles away from the city. Let\u2019s see what suburbs are on the list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-89411\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180.jpg\" alt=\"Norfolk is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. It is one of the seven major cities that compose the Hampton Roads metropolitan area\" width=\"1200\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180-1024x655.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180-234x150.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180-984x630.jpg 984w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/watefront-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-1220025180-469x300.jpg 469w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#1: Portsmouth<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $239,900\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $157\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16406\/VA\/Portsmouth\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $1,445<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16406\/VA\/Portsmouth\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portsmouth, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16406\/VA\/Portsmouth\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portsmouth, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a median home sale price of $239,900, Portsmouth is the first spot on our list of suburbs of Norfolk, VA. About 97,900 people live in this suburban area and you&#8217;ll only be about 3 miles away from downtown Norfolk. If you&#8217;re considering moving to this area make sure to explore the Olde Towne Historic District, known for its historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and charming shops and restaurants, visit the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum to learn about the city&#8217;s maritime history. You can also discover Craney Island, a nature preserve and historic site with walking trails, wildlife viewing, and views of the Elizabeth River.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#2: Hampton<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$274,950\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $174\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/8900\/VA\/Hampton\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,553\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/8900\/VA\/Hampton\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hampton, VA homes for sale<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/8900\/VA\/Hampton\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hampton, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second suburb on our list is Hampton. Just about 17 miles from Norfolk, you can explore the Norfolk Botanical Garden and the Virginia Zoo in just a quick drive. Make sure to visit Fort Monroe National Monument, the Virginia Air and Space Center, and the Hampton History Museum, relax at Buckroe Beach and Park, and wander through the Phoebus Historic District. When living in this suburb of 137,100 people, you can also spend the day checking out the charming downtown.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#3: Newport News<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$276,000\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$181\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14497\/VA\/Newport-News\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,552\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14497\/VA\/Newport-News\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newport News, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/14497\/VA\/Newport-News\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newport News, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just 27 miles away, you&#8217;ll find the suburb of Newport News. From parks and outdoor recreation to shopping, there&#8217;s lots of things that make Newport News a great place to live. Make sure to explore historic spots like the Mariners&#8217; Museum and Park and the Virginia Living Museum, enjoy outdoor activities at Newport News Park, a large park with hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and a campground, and discover the exhibits at the Peninsula Fine Arts Center.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#4: Suffolk<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $354,950\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $185\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/19336\/VA\/Suffolk\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $1,982\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/19336\/VA\/Suffolk\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suffolk, VA homes for sale<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/19336\/VA\/Suffolk\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suffolk, VA apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only slightly more expensive than Newport News is Suffolk, the next suburb on our list. With roughly 94,300 residents in this Norfolk suburb, make sure to explore Riddick&#8217;s Folly House Museum, a historic mansion showcasing 19th-century life and architecture. You can also visit the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking, and kayaking, and wander through Downtown Suffolk, featuring historic architecture, shops, restaurants, and the Suffolk Visitor Center.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-89409\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189.jpg\" alt=\"Norfolk Virginia waterfront on the banks of Chesapeake Bay. Norfolk is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. Norfolk is in the metro area called Hampton Roads. Norfolk is known for its coffee houses and breweries, world\u2019s largest Naval base, museums, and beaches\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/boats-in-norfolk-va-GettyImages-183406189-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#5: Smithfield<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$355,000\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $199\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/18659\/VA\/Smithfield\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,862\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/18659\/VA\/Smithfield\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smithfield, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/18659\/VA\/Smithfield\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smithfield, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About a 40 minute drive into the city, consider adding Smithfield to your list of suburbs of Norfolk, VA, to consider moving to. Home to 8,500 residents, this town can be a great choice for people looking to remain close to Norfolk while living in a small town. In Smithfield, you can visit Windsor Castle Park where you can hike along the trails and see the Manor House, or check out charming downtown Smithfield.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#6: Chesapeake<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $361,000\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$200\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/4144\/VA\/Chesapeake\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,830\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/4144\/VA\/Chesapeake\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chesapeake, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/4144\/VA\/Chesapeake\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chesapeake, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sixth on the list is another well-known Norfolk suburb is Chesapeake. With just about 249,400 people living in Chesapeake, it&#8217;s a great suburb to consider moving to. There&#8217;s lots of activities to do in this suburb. For example, you can visit Great Bridge Lock Park, which features a historic lock, a visitor center, and a waterfront area along the Intracoastal Waterway, and experience seasonal activities at Hickory Ridge Farm, including pumpkin picking, corn mazes, and farm events. Be sure to explore the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, a scenic trail for hiking and biking that runs along the historic Dismal Swamp Canal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#7: Carrollton<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $365,000\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $196\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 22 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/32029\/VA\/Carrollton\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrollton, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/32029\/VA\/Carrollton\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrollton, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seventh on our list of Norfolk suburbs is Carrollton, which is 22 miles into the heart of the city. With a population of nearly 7,500, Carrollton is a great area to live in that&#8217;s not nearly as big as Norfolk. If you find yourself moving to this suburb, make sure to explore Nike Park.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_86277\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-86277\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-86277\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2.jpg\" alt=\"Virginia Beach Board Walk\" width=\"1200\" height=\"712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2-1024x608.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2-768x456.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2-253x150.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2-1062x630.jpg 1062w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/GettyImages-157619942-2-506x300.jpg 506w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-86277\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OKRAD via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#8: Virginia Beach<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$370,999\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $220\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/20418\/VA\/Virginia-Beach\/rental-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Average rent for an apartment<\/b><\/a><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,985\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/20418\/VA\/Virginia-Beach\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virginia Beach, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/20418\/VA\/Virginia-Beach\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virginia Beach, VA apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve been living in Norfolk for some time, you&#8217;ve probably heard about the suburb of Virginia Beach. About 459,500 people reside in Virginia Beach, so you&#8217;ll have a fraction of Norfolk&#8217;s population while remaining only 18 miles from the city. Once moving to Virginia Beach you&#8217;ll want to relax on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, explore marine life and exhibits at the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, and discover the natural beauty of Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, known for its diverse wildlife, hiking trails, and birdwatching.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#9: Moyock, NC<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$393,738\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$194\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 25 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/33684\/NC\/Moyock\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moyock, NC homes for sale<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/33684\/NC\/Moyock\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moyock, NC apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another great place to consider moving to that will get you access to downtown Norfolk in just about 35 minutes is <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;\">Moyock, NC<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400;\">. Roughly 5,200 people live in this suburb, but you&#8217;ll find plenty to do in Moyock. Popular things to do in Moyock include visiting Shingle Landing Park and grabbing a meal at a local restaurant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#10: Poquoson<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Median home price: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$444,818\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $198\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Distance from Norfolk: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29 miles<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16347\/VA\/Poquoson\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poquoson, VA homes for sale\u00a0<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16347\/VA\/Poquoson\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poquoson, VA apartments for rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last spot on our list of suburbs of Norfolk, VA, you&#8217;ll want to consider moving to is Poquoson. This suburb has a population of 12,500 and you can explore Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge with views of the water, stroll through Thomas Jefferson Rollins Nature Area, and check out the Poquoson Museum. There is plenty to do on an afternoon or weekend while living in this charming town.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Methodology: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether a suburb was under a 30-mile drive from downtown Norfolk. Median home sale price data and average rent price from the Redfin Data Center during December 2023. Median home sale price data and average rent price from the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/data-center\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redfin Data Center<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during December 2023. Population data sourced from the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/data.census.gov\/cedsci\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United States Census Bureau<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out the best Norfolk suburbs. 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