40 days on market
$199,000
5812 Granby St
Norfolk, Virginia 23505
MLS# 10628682 · BELVEDERE · Norfolk VA
Updated 6 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,182/mo
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Price / sq ft
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Days on market
40
HOA
None
Year built
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Beds
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Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
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0
Garage
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Schools
- ElementaryGranby Elementary School5/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
Build the home of your dreams on this huge, corner lot with landscaping. A great central location near Bases, Beaches, Downtown, Interstates, ODU and EVMS in the Belvedere subdivision and near the new Historic Granby St. area with restaurants and shops. The previous house was destroyed by fire. It is zoned SFR. All city utilities are on the property and ready for a new home.
Listed by Stacy Goode · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
5812 Granby St is a quarter-acre lot in Norfolk's Belvedere neighborhood, sitting less than a mile from the Lafayette River and minutes from two major military installations. Build your own home on one of the city's most recognizable streets with a walkable, established community already around you.
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Why this home stands out
Raw land opportunities on Granby Street don't come along often. At just over a tenth shy of a third of an acre — 0.2538 acres — this lot gives a builder or self-build buyer genuine room to design from scratch. You're not inheriting someone else's floor plan or a dated renovation; you're starting with a blank canvas in a neighborhood that already has character, mature trees, and decades of community identity baked in.
BELVEDERE and the Norfolk real estate market
Belvedere sits in the northern arc of Norfolk, hugging the Lafayette River and carrying the kind of quiet confidence that comes from being a well-established residential pocket rather than a trendy newcomer. Streets here are lined with mid-century homes, mature canopy trees, and front yards that actually get used. The neighborhood draws people who want proximity to everything Norfolk offers without the density of downtown. For anyone browsing norfolk va homes for sale, Belvedere tends to stand out because it pairs genuine neighborhood feel with genuinely short commutes. Norfolk itself is one of Hampton Roads' most dynamic cities — home to a world-class naval presence, a growing restaurant and arts scene along Granby Street, and waterfront parks that make everyday life feel a little more spacious. The city's mix of historic architecture and modern investment gives it staying power that newer suburban corridors simply don't have.
What's nearby
Daily life runs smoothly from this address. Granby Street Park is three-tenths of a mile away for a quick morning walk, and the Granby Street Bridge Fishing Pier is just four-tenths of a mile out if you want to wet a line before work. Riverpoint Playground is half a mile down the road. When it's time to eat, LeGrand Kitchen, Mi Hogar Mexican Restaurant, and Pittie Dog Grill are all within 0.6 miles. Groceries are covered by The Ten Top Market and Westside Produce and Provisions, both about a mile out. Voyager Coffee is a mile away for a proper cup, and tennis courts at Lafayette Park are under a mile for a quick match.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly seven minutes away, and Naval Station Norfolk is about eight — making 5812 Granby St a rare build-your-own opportunity inside a commute radius that most military families spend months chasing. A VA loan can finance qualifying new construction, and BAH rates in this zip code are competitive enough to make building here a serious conversation worth having.
For first-time buyers
If you've been searching for norfolk virginia homes for sale and keep finding properties that need work you didn't budget for, a new-construction lot flips that equation entirely. Building at 5812 Granby St means every system, every finish, and every layout decision is yours from day one — no inherited problems, no surprise repairs, just a home built to exactly what you need.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 5812 Granby St from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately eight minutes by car from 5812 Granby St, making it one of the closer build-ready lots to the base in this part of the city.
How far is 5812 Granby St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about seven minutes away, a notably short drive for medical staff or families with frequent appointments at the facility.
What can be built on this lot at 5812 Granby St?
The lot is zoned within the City of Norfolk, so permitted uses and setback requirements are governed by Norfolk's zoning ordinance — a conversation with the city's Planning Department or a local builder will clarify exactly what residential structure and footprint are allowable on 0.2538 acres.
Is 5812 Granby St in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls from current FEMA mapping data.
Are there utilities already at the lot on 5812 Granby St?
Given the established nature of the Belvedere neighborhood, city water and sewer infrastructure runs along Granby Street, but a buyer should verify active connections and any tap fees directly with the City of Norfolk utilities department before breaking ground.
Curious what's possible on this lot? Tom and Dariya Milan know Belvedere well — reach out and they'll walk you through the build process, zoning basics, and what comparable new construction looks like in Norfolk.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
5812 Granby ST, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
0
Stories
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
N/A
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Sale & Tax History
List Price
$199,000
Price / Sq Ft
$0
Annual Taxes
$1,100
Monthly Tax
$92
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.55%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 9, 2026 | $199,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $199,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$348,100
Land
$89,500
Improvement
$258,600
Parcel ID: 1439224647 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Norfolk
Norfolk offers some of the most diverse housing options in Hampton Roads — historic Ghent townhomes, Larchmont craftsmen, modern downtown condos, and bungalow neighborhoods in Park Place and Colonial Place. As home to Naval Station Norfolk (the largest naval complex in the world) and the headquarters of NATO Allied Command Transformation, the city has consistent demand from active-duty military, DoD civilians, and contractors, making it especially friendly to VA loan buyers.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,182/moPrincipal & interest
$1,033
Property tax
$92
Home insurance
$58
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by BHHS RW Towne Realty · MLS# 10628682
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$199,000
5812 Granby ST, NORFOLK VA 23505
Norfolk, Virginia 23505
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