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Cavalier Manor

Cavalier Manor

Suburban Neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia

Portsmouth County 23701

$245,356 Average Value
$181 Average Price per Sq Ft
26 Homes For Sale

Cavalier Manor welcomes new residents

From trips to the community pool, nights at the casino and leisurely games of golf, living in Cavalier Manor, an established suburb of the port city of Portsmouth, offers residents several ways to relax and connect with neighbors. “Cavalier Manor was primarily an African American area up until about seven or eight years ago,” says Ray Smith, a long-time local and President of the Civic League. “Now people from different backgrounds are moving to the neighborhood. My neighbors just moved here from Honduras.” Residents might work at the fulfillment centers and warehouses south of the neighborhood while their kids attend Lakeview Elementary or William E. Waters Middle School, both of which sit within walking distance of some Cavalier Manor homes. The nearby Cavalier Manor Recreation Center, pool and tennis courts give locals a space to hang out or get active with their neighbors. Those who live in homes along Lake Cavalier have private access to the water when they want to fish for largemouth bass or spotted bass.

Large brick homes line the banks of the Elizabeth River of Cavalier Manor neighborhood.
Large brick homes line the banks of the Elizabeth River of Cavalier Manor neighborhood.
The many ranch homes found in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
The many ranch homes found in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
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Using Hampton Transit or I-264

When Cavalier Manor residents want to get away and take a trip, they can be in Chesapeake after a 15-minute drive or Norfolk after a 20-minute drive. Virginia Beach is also a popular vacation destination, and locals can rest on the sandy shores there in less than an hour. Those who need to catch a flight at Norfolk International Airport might drive for 30 minutes down Interstate 264 to get there.

A resident waiting for the bus in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
A resident waiting for the bus in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
Hampton Roads Transit will get you where you want to go in South Portsmouth.
Hampton Roads Transit will get you where you want to go in South Portsmouth.
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Hanging out at Cavalier Manor Recreation Center

The recently opened Rivers Casino on Victory Boulevard serves as a hub of nightlife, where locals can try their luck at the slot machines and enjoy a cocktail. A few blocks down the road, golf enthusiasts spend the day shooting for a hole-in-one at Bide-A-Wee Golf Course. The Cavalier Manor Recreation Center, which lives in the heart of the neighborhood, provides many activities for the community. In the summertime, residents cool off in the community pool. Additionally, the center features an indoor gym, a playscape for children, and basketball and tennis courts, making it an ideal gathering spot. The United Civic League of Cavalier Manor supports residents' well-being by organizing community events. Monthly meetings and food drives are just some initiatives that bring neighbors together.

Shoot some hoops just for practice at Cavalier Manor Recreation Center.
Shoot some hoops just for practice at Cavalier Manor Recreation Center.
Bide-A-Wee public golf course in Cavalier Manor is the best golf around.
Bide-A-Wee public golf course in Cavalier Manor is the best golf around.
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Meeting up with friends at River Casino

Several shopping centers are nearby, including the Victory Crossing Shopping Center, which features a Farm Fresh grocery store, Rainbow clothing store and Dollar Tree. Locals might prefer the Food Lion on Airline Boulevard for their grocery needs. For a quick, no-frills lunch, residents pop over to Razorback to order a breakfast sandwich, a classic burger or a fresh sub. Visitors to the Rivers Casino keep the party going by having dinner at Admiral’s Steak & Seafood, just next door. Friends catch up with a bite to eat and drinks at Cully’s Grille on Airline Boulevard.

The newly built Rivers Casino in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
The newly built Rivers Casino in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
Patrons enjoying the slot machines in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
Patrons enjoying the slot machines in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
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Locals refresh their ranch homes

Most Cavalier Manor residents own ranch homes along Lake Cavalier or condos near Interstate 264. “Most people rehab their homes. Some tore everything down to the studs and built bigger homes,” Smith says. “People choose to move here because it’s quiet, the lawns are manicured and the recreation facilities are nearby.” Homes often feature moderate yards, attached garages and four bedrooms and range from $130,000 to $400,000. Those who don't need so much space settle into condos with over 900 square feet for $95,000 to $135,000. Skinny paved sidewalks run in front of the homes, giving dog walkers and runners a path to use when getting outside. Locals might also walk down the sidewalk to a Hamptons Road Transit bus stop along Roosevelt Boulevard, Horne Avenue or Greenwood Drive. The neighborhood also sits north of fulfillment centers and warehouses, where residents might work to stay close to home.

The many ranch homes found in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
The many ranch homes found in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
A two car garage home in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
A two car garage home in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
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Walking to Lakeview Elementary every morning

Parents can walk their young children to Lakeview Elementary School, which sits in the middle of the neighborhood and gets a C from Niche. The B-minus-rated William E. Waters Middle School offers students a chance to nurture their green thumbs through the Cavalier Cadet Gardeners club. Teenagers head to C-minus-rated I.C. Norcom High School to join the Greyhounds family.

Lakeview Elementary School in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
Lakeview Elementary School in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
William E Waters sign in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
William E Waters sign in the Cavalier Manor neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia.
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Bike rides, Umoja celebrations and football leagues

Festival Park, which sits near Elizabeth River in central Portsmouth, gets busy with the Umoja Festival every May. Umoja is a Kiswahili word meaning “unity” and perfectly captures the spirit of the festival celebrations. The Umoja Festival has been a local tradition for over 30 years, and visitors come to browse hand-made items for sale, try new foods and dance around to live music. Smith says the community also gets together for bike ride events, and football teams from Washington D.C. and Raleigh, North Carolina travel to Cavalier Manor to compete with the local athletes in the competitive league.

Come race your friends at LeMans Karting in Cavalier Manor.
Come race your friends at LeMans Karting in Cavalier Manor.
Join a Pool League and compete at T J Cullys Local Grille in Cavalier Manor.
Join a Pool League and compete at T J Cullys Local Grille in Cavalier Manor.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norfolk International

23 min drive

Bus

Darren & Greenwood

Bus

Greenwood & Viking

Bus

Gust & Marcy

Bus

Roosevelt & Stratford

Bus

Roosevelt & Vaughn

Bus

Horne & Stauffer

Bus

Greenwood & Stratford

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cavalier Manor US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$244,500
Median Single Family Price
$250,000
Median Townhouse Price
$180,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$92,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Last 12 months Home Sales
126
Months of Supply
2.50
Median List Price
$240,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,201
Median Year Built
1962
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,430
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,321
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
941
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 3
    12 - 3pm

    902 Robinson Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

    $299,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,767 Sq Ft
    • 902 Robinson Rd

    Beautiful home with good bones! Very spacious with a nice flow. Some carpet but underneath are the original hardwood floors. Large front porch to enjoy your morning coffee with an awning for optimal shade. Huge and well-maintained backyard with inground sprinkler system...in front yard too. Bathroom has been updated to include ceramic tile with walk-in/sit-down tub/shower. RING doorbell and

    Beryl Roberts-Plum Iron Valley Real Estate Prestige

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
8,258
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$48,470
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,095

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.6%
College Graduates
21.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
% Population in Labor Force
45.9%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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