Kensington-Old Dominion blends collegiate energy with classic residential streets, placing you near the best of Norfolk. Anchored by Old Dominion University, the neighborhood hums on game days and during performances, with easy access to campus attractions like the multipurpose events at Chartway Arena and the glass-and-sculpture collections at the Barry Art Museum. Waterfront breezes roll in from the Lafayette River, and everyday errands are simplified by nearby shops and eateries along Hampton Boulevard and Colley Avenue.
Families appreciate the strong public school pipeline supported by Norfolk Public Schools, while the area’s mix of brick cottages, mid-century homes, and student-friendly rentals offers options for many stages of life. ODU’s academic and research footprint, highlighted by Old Dominion University, brings lectures, galleries, and athletics within a short walk or bike ride. For a weekend change of pace, explore neighboring enclaves—historic Ghent, riverfront Larchmont-Edgewater, and porch-lined Colonial Place—each with distinct dining and cultural scenes.
Commuters benefit from straightforward routes along Hampton Boulevard and Granby Street, plus transit options serving the university and medical corridors. Parks, playgrounds, and the local library branch round out daily conveniences, while the Elizabeth River and campus green spaces invite morning runs and sunset strolls.
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