A distinctive mid century home has just come to market in the Bayview Park area of Norfolk, and it offers a rare combination: solid all brick construction, original character throughout, a serene wooded lot, and access to the water for paddling and fishing, all minutes from the bay and the region's naval bases. Set within the broader Bayview area of North Norfolk, here is a closer look at 8591 Margaret Avenue, listed at $369,000.

A Solid, Characterful Mid Century Home

Built in 1951 and built to last, this all brick home carries the craftsmanship of its era. Inside, original hardwood flooring runs throughout, with beautiful oak floors downstairs and pine floors upstairs, lending the home a warm, almost cabin like feel that is increasingly hard to find.

At about 2,201 square feet across two stories, the home offers a genuinely versatile floor plan with five bedrooms and two full baths. A first floor bedroom and full bath provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or single level living, and the layout also includes a living room, dining room, kitchen, a dedicated office space, and a bright sunroom. Two fireplaces, a walk in closet, and a pantry round out the interior, and the home is heated and cooled efficiently by mini split systems, with radiator heat as backup.

The Outdoor Setting and Water Access

The setting is a real part of this home's appeal. Out back is a large, serene yard surrounded by mature pine and magnolia trees, a private, wooded feel that gives the property its quiet character.

Beyond the yard, the home has access to a finger of the creek, ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, and exploring Norfolk's scenic marshes and wetlands. For anyone who loves being on the water in a small craft, this is a genuine everyday amenity, the kind of tidal creek and marsh access that connects to the broader waterways of Norfolk's bayfront. An all brick detached workshop adds even more flexibility, along with a storage shed, an attic, and assigned storage, plenty of room for projects, hobbies, and gear.

A Prime North Norfolk Location

The location is one of this home's strongest selling points. It sits on a quiet street in the Bayview Park area, part of the greater Bayview and Ocean View bayfront section of north Norfolk, close to the shops and revitalization of Wards Corner and the beaches of Ocean View.

For military families and commuters, the position is hard to beat. The home offers convenient access to both Naval Station Norfolk to the west and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek to the east, the same dual base convenience that makes this part of north Norfolk so practical, without the tunnel commutes that define so much of Hampton Roads travel. It is a location that combines a quiet, wooded residential feel with genuine convenience to the water, the bases, and the city.

Listing Details at a Glance

Address: 8591 Margaret Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23503

Price: $369,000

Area: Bayview Park, north Norfolk

Style: Traditional, all brick, mid century (built 1951)

Size: Approximately 2,201 square feet, two stories

Bedrooms and baths: 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, including a first floor bedroom and bath

Interior highlights: Original oak and pine hardwood floors, two fireplaces, sunroom, office space, walk in closet, pantry, mini split heating and cooling with radiator backup

Water: Water view with access to a tidal creek for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, and fishing

Extras: All brick detached workshop, storage shed, attached one car garage, multi car driveway

MLS number: 10651818

Schedule a Showing

This is a distinctive home in a convenient and quiet part of north Norfolk, and homes with this combination of character, water access, and location do not last long. To see 8591 Margaret Avenue in person, call or text John King directly at 757-270-3994 to set up an appointment. Please note the home requires 24 hour notice for showings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is 8591 Margaret Avenue located?
The home is in the Bayview Park area of north Norfolk, near Wards Corner and Ocean View, with convenient access to both Naval Station Norfolk and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek.

What kind of home is it?
It is a traditional all brick mid century home built in 1951, offering about 2,201 square feet with five bedrooms and two full baths across two stories, including a first floor bedroom and bath.

Does the home have water access?
Yes. The property has a water view and access to a finger of a tidal creek, suitable for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, and fishing in Norfolk's marshes and wetlands.

What makes this home stand out?
Its all brick construction, original oak and pine hardwood floors, two fireplaces, a bright sunroom, a large wooded lot with mature trees, creek access, and an all brick detached workshop, combined with a location convenient to both naval bases.

How do I schedule a showing?
Call or text John King directly at 757-270-3994 to arrange an appointment. The home requires 24 hour notice for showings.

Sources

Listing data via the Real Estate Information Network (REIN MLS), MLS #10651818 (https://www.reininc.com)

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Written by John King, Navy veteran & REALTOR®, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Realty · (757) 270-3994 · About John

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