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Victoria Boulevard Historic District

Victoria Boulevard Historic District

Suburban Neighborhood in Hampton, Virginia

Hampton City County 23669

$419,630 Average Value
$203 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Historic neighborhood in the coastal city of Hampton

Victoria Boulevard Historic District – called “Little England” or “Historic Little England” by locals – was originally established in the 19th century as a streetcar suburb with an electric railway that traveled into Newport News. Now, this area is a quiet residential community in the coastal city of Hampton. The area was originally called “Darling’s Little England” after James S. Darling, who laid out the suburb in 1888. In 1984, the neighborhood was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places. The homes here reflect the area’s history, showcasing an eclectic variety of early 20th-century architecture. “This district has a rich history with some of the most beautiful homes in the city that exude old-world charm,” says Realtor Susannah Oskarsson with Abbitt Realty who lives in Hampton.

Early 20th-century Queen Anne and Victorian homes

Victoria Boulevard runs through the center of the neighborhood and is lined with large, historic homes that feature well-maintained and landscaped lawns. Residents can find Queen Annes boasting grand towers and intricate exterior detailing, along with Victorian homes with covered front porches and steep gabled roofs. Also common in this neighborhood are Colonial Revivals and American Foursquares with prominent, central dormer windows and vinyl facades. Most of the homes here were originally built in the early 1900s, but there are a handful of New Traditional residences that were constructed in the past decade. The median home price in this neighborhood is just under $350,000, but some larger properties can cost more than $900,000.

Outdoor concerts at Mill Point Park

“Mill Point Park is a popular outdoor spot, they feature live bands there,” says Jen Denton, a local Realtor with The Denton Team at eXp Realty. In addition to live music at the park’s amphitheater, locals can enjoy waterfront picnics and a pavilion. Events at Mill Point Park include Groovin’ at the Bay and the Hampton Mosaic Festival, which highlights the city’s history, culture and art. Bordering the neighborhood is the Hampton River, where residents can go boating, kayaking and canoeing; Hampton Marina and Dry Storage is located in the historic district and offers more than 500 dry slips and six acres of dry storage.

Grab a slice of pizza from Venture Kitchen & Bar

Residents can go grocery shopping at the Food Lion located on Kecoughtan Road, or head to Best of British for authentic food items from Britain, located in nearby Downtown Hampton. “There are many nearby restaurants on Queen Street; Venture and Musasi are at the top of the list for most popular dining spots,” says Denton. Venture Kitchen & Bar, situated in Downtown Hampton, serves brick-oven pizza, tacos and cocktails in a pub-style environment. Musasi Japanese Restaurant is also located downtown and offers authentic dine-in and take-out Japanese cuisine made with fresh ingredients.

Annual events at the Hampton Yacht Club

“Little England is right near the Hampton Yacht Club, which is a nice feature,” says Oskarsson. On the banks of the Hampton River is the Hampton Yacht Club; originally founded in 1903 as the Virginia Yacht Club, it was re-founded in 1926 as the Hampton Yacht Club and has now become a vibrant social center in the coastal Virginia area. Club amenities include the clubhouse, the Commodore’s Dining Room, the Thomas Brady Sailing Center and The Dockside Lounge. From racing and regattas to casual day trips and annual events, the Hampton Yacht Club is a haven for water lovers.

Students served by Hampton City Public Schools

Students in this neighborhood are served by Hampton City Public Schools, which receives a B rating from Niche. Young learners can attend Armstong School for the Arts, which is rated A-minus and incorporates arts curriculum into core subjects. Students might then go to C. Alton Lindsay Middle School, a B-minus-rated institution that feeds into the C-plus-rated Phoebus High School. At Phoebus High School, students can apply to one of their five academies, including The Academy of Cybersecurity, Engineering and Robotics.

Walk a couple blocks to Downtown Hampton

A variety of dining and entertainment is just a couple of blocks away; one of the biggest draws of this neighborhood is that “residents can walk to Downtown Hampton,” says Denton. This district is bounded by Sunset Creek, Hampton River and U.S. Route 60, offering easy access to waterways and major thoroughfares that span throughout the city.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Newport News/Williamsburg International

23 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Victoria Boulevard Historic District US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$415,000
Median Single Family Price
$395,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$190,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$203
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Months of Supply
2.80
Median List Price
$395,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
248
Median Year Built
1934
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,385
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,173
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,902
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
554
Median Age
48
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$114,583
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,603

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.1%
Advanced Degrees
23%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

52 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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