About The Area

Norfolk, Virginia is a friendly, modern port city nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. Vibrantly alive and bursting with opportunities, Norfolk offers its guests fun and adventure all day long and into the night. The city's temperate climate, accessible waterways, lush parks and diversity of beachfront resources, make Norfolk Virginia a favorite destination for families, boaters, golfers and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.

Meeting and convention planners love Norfolk! With a wide variety of affordable hotel accommodations, a host of diverse and high-tech, full-service venues, and plenty to do after hours, this city by the sea is more than accommodating.

Norfolk is rich with historic attractions, world class museums, and offers unique and fun shopping adventures, all within walking distance or a short bus or car ride of the downtown waterfront.

For a delightfully, fun evening of dining and nightlife, go no further. Norfolk is known for its eclectic variety of chef-owned and independently operated restaurants, and even those visitors with the most discerning of palates are sure to find culinary bliss.

Families traveling with children will find plenty of opportunities for "kids' fun" in Norfolk. Along with an awesome variety of water sports, your kids will find interactive fun both indoors and out at places like the Virginia Zoo, Norfolk Botanical Garden and Nauticus, just to name a few.

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Off Campus Housing Parent Program

Welcome to the Off Campus Housing Parent Program. As the parent of one of our current or potential residents, you are an important part of the District on 5th community. As such, we want you to feel involved and welcome. You are invited to attend any onsite events, and are encouraged to contact us any time you have questions or concerns.

Taking Care of Business

The District makes it easy for you to pay rent for your loved one at your convenience. Click the link:

Pay Rent

Send Care Packages

While your son or daughter is away at college, there will be times when you want to celebrate a special occasion, send get-well wishes or simply remind your loved one that you are thinking about him or her. Care packages can do it for you. We recommend:

Hip Kits
Box-O-Box

Is your son or daughter ill? Let us know and we will be happy to check in on him or her.

Connect Socially

Your loved one's off campus housing community is socially connected. Join us on Facebook and Twitter so you can stay updated about what's happening.