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Norfolk, Virginia
Population: 234,403
Located in Independent Cities - East County
Norfolk is a city on the move, constantly reinventing itself to appeal to a variety of residents. From new development sites on the Chesapeake Bay to the exciting condominium and loft scene downtown, new developments are attracting singles, couples, retirees and families who are swayed by the city's many charms.
Norfolk is at a dynamic point in its history. At a time when there is renewed interest nationally in urban living, the city is realizing tremendous success in restoring and redeveloping its neighborhoods. At day?s end, more and more people are coming home to Norfolk, whether to the condominiums at Pier Point, the waterfront communities in Ocean View or the traditional foursquare homes in Park Place.
The triumph of these targeted efforts now gives the City an opportunity to encourage and support investment in its neighborhoods -- and to promote the diversity of Norfolk?s housing: historic, modern, traditional, waterfront, urban, senior, family, first-time buyer, rental and student.
Some 37,000 households move into the Hampton Roads area annually. Norfolk now captures 18 percent of that market, but research shows the city could appeal to a much larger percentage.
Norfolk, Virginia is a city of some 241,000 residents and more than 100 diverse neighborhoods. It is the cultural, educational, business and medical center of Hampton Roads, hosts the region's international airport and is one of the busiest international ports on the East Coast of the United States.
The city is undergoing a successful renewal, including new office, retail, entertainment and hotel construction downtown, new residential development along the rivers and bay front, and revitalization projects in many of its neighborhoods.
In Norfolk, mornings breeze in with the turn of the tide; there's a good chance that commute to work and back includes brilliant waterfront views; and at day's end there's nightlife to be savored--whether it's a Triple A baseball game at Harbor Park, an evening at the Opera or a barefoot boogie by the shores of the Bay.
In Norfolk, life is not to be missed; it's to be celebrated...daily.
Founded in 1682, Norfolk grew up on the water, and its miles of lake, river and bay front are central to many of its neighborhoods and more than 234,000 people who call these communities home. The city's popular logo -- an elegant young mermaid, which can be spotted in outdoor sites from Downtown to Ocean View -- symbolizes 300 years of maritime and naval heritage and its modern reputation as a city on the move.
Attractions -- such as the battleship U.S.S. Wisconsin, a salute to the city's long-standing relationship with the Navy, and Nauticus, The National Maritime Center, an interactive science and technology center -- dot Norfolk's easily-walked downtown waterfront. Here, tugboats and visiting cruise ships share the waters with sailboats and merchant ships. Other treasures -- The Chrysler Museum, Norfolk Botanical Gardens and the Virginia Zoological Park -- are close by.
The City of Norfolk Department of Neighborhood and Leisure Services has three beach parks which they operate. Lifeguards are provided from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. Picnic shelters are available at most parks on a first come, first serve basis. Rest room facilities are also available at each park. Accessways along the 7.5 miles of beachfront are provided.
The Port Authority. Norfolk-Southern Railway. The Virginia Symphony. Old Dominion University. Eastern Virginia Medical School. Norfolk State University. These businesses and institutions, to name a few, contribute to Norfolk's role as the business, financial, cultural, educational and medical hub of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, providing nearly one-third of the jobs for the region. And of course, there's the Navy's mighty presence. The world's largest navy base is headquartered right here in Norfolk.
Getting to and from work is easy, thanks to the city's central location and accessibility. An interstate system, an international airport and a regional transit system make Norfolk both a great starting point and destination too.
Norfolk's Neighborhoods
But perhaps Norfolk's greatest strength is its neighborhoods. There are more than 120, with a head-turning character all their own. They draw tourists who seek a glimpse of Norfolk's everyday life; attract new residents who long to put down roots in established neighborhoods; entice military retirees to stay or return; and hold families here for generations. From charming starter homes to grand residences, from downtown lofts and town homes to brand new developments along the Chesapeake Bay, Norfolk offers a range of architectural styles and prices.
Norfolk has marked achievements in restoring and redeveloping many of its older neighborhoods. At the same time, we have reclaimed land once used for commerce to build new communities. The City's best measure of success, however, is the growing number of people who have "come home to Norfolk."
So join us, won't you? Pull up a porch swing, talk to neighbors and welcome to Norfolk. There's much to celebrate!
We would love to welcome you to our community, where life is celebrated daily.
Come home to Norfolk now.
Source: norfolk.gov
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