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$265,000Last list price
3beds
1.1baths
1,332sqft
$199per sqft
Off the market since Jul 4, 2026

1229 Decatur St, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Off MarketResidential · built 1924 · 0.2 acres · SOUTH NORFOLK · MLS #10626241

Price per sqft$199compare with nearby salesSchools
Oscar F. SmithHigh3.8
Oscar SmithMiddle2.4
Rena B. Wright PrimaryElementary—
VaHome School ScoreFlood
Low / moderate riskZone X
flood insurance not requiredHOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS recordPrice while listed…checking price historyTaxes$2,158/yrlast list price is 124% of assessmentCondo feeNAnot a condo

Listing statusThis home is off the market

1229 Decatur St was listed for sale on Apr 24, 2026. The last list price was $265,000. It came off the market on Jul 4, 2026. It is not listed for sale in the REIN MLS.

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OverviewAbout this home

This is such a lovely home with a fantastic backyard and oversized detached garage conveniently located close to bases, highways, shipyards, shopping & restaurants. Seller offering flooring allowance. Ask agent for more details. Quick access to Norfolk & Portsmouth without going through the tunnel.

Listing courtesy of Patrick Istilart · 1st Advantage Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10626241

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1924
Price / sqft$199
HOANone
Taxes$2,158/yr
CountyChesapeake VA
MLS #10626241

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,332
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Concrete, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Attic, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2030
Subdivision
SOUTH NORFOLK
Zoning
RSFA1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Multi Car, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 1229 Decatur Street — a century-old three-bedroom home in Chesapeake, Virginia sitting just minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth. At 1,332 square feet on a residential lot, this 1924-built property puts parks, food, and two major bases practically at your doorstep.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1924, this home carries the kind of architectural character that newer construction simply can't replicate — think defined room layouts, mature surroundings, and a street presence that feels rooted in its community. What makes it genuinely rare is the location: three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and three minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth, a combination that's nearly impossible to find anywhere else in the Hampton Roads region.

SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market

1229 Decatur Street sits in the South Norfolk area of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the city's older, more established pockets with a tight-knit, working-neighborhood feel that's been here for generations. The streets are lined with homes from the early twentieth century, giving the area a grounded, lived-in character you won't find in the newer subdivisions further south. Chesapeake as a city offers a lot: strong infrastructure, diverse communities, and a geography that puts you close to both Portsmouth and Norfolk without the congestion of living inside either. If you're curious about the market here and want to explore open houses chesapeake va style — where you can walk a block and feel the neighborhood before committing — this part of the city is a great place to start. Johnson Park is two-tenths of a mile away, Lakeside Park is just a bit further, and the overall pace of daily life here leans practical and unpretentious.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely easy from Decatur Street. Rich Port Coffee is just 0.2 miles away for your morning routine, with a Dunkin' another block out if that's more your speed. Southside BBQ & Catering is a 0.2-mile walk for a solid local meal, and Mak's Chinese Restaurant is right around the corner at 0.3 miles. For quick grocery runs, Dollar General covers the basics at 0.3 miles, with Super Mart at 0.7 miles for a fuller shop. Johnson Park, Lakeside Park, and Cascade Park are all within half a mile, giving you genuine green space close by. South Norfolk Martial Arts rounds out the fitness options less than a mile away.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and three minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — it's hard to overstate how rare that combination is. Whether you're using a VA loan to make the purchase or working through your BAH numbers, this address eliminates the commute stress that comes with most Hampton Roads duty stations. You're close to two bases without sacrificing a real neighborhood feel.

For first-time buyers

A 1924-built home with 1,332 square feet, three bedrooms, and a location this close to two military bases represents the kind of entry point that's genuinely hard to find in today's market. If you're browsing houses for sale in chesapeake va 23320 and want a home with real character — not a cookie-cutter build — Decatur Street is worth a serious look. The neighborhood is established, the commutes are short, and the parks are walkable.

More buyer questions

How far is 1229 Decatur Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1229 Decatur Street, making this one of the closest residential addresses to the base in the entire Hampton Roads area.

How far is 1229 Decatur Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is also about 3 minutes by car — both major installations are essentially equidistant from this address, which is genuinely uncommon.

What is the flood zone status for 1229 Decatur Street?

Flood zone information for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation.

Is there a park within walking distance of 1229 Decatur Street?

Yes — Johnson Park is just 0.2 miles away, Lakeside Park is 0.3 miles, and Cascade Park is 0.5 miles, giving you three walkable green spaces from the front door.

What year was 1229 Decatur Street built and what is the square footage?

The home was built in 1924 and offers 1,332 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and one and a half baths.

Want to walk the block and get a feel for the neighborhood? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and they'll show you around.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

HighOscar F. Smith High School
3.8/10
Down 0.2 from 2024–25
MiddleOscar Smith Middle School
2.4/10
Down 1.3 from 2024–25
ElementaryRena B. Wright Primary SchoolPK–2 · SOL testing starts in grade 3
—

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NNSY

Navy

10min·4.1mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

7min·2.6mi

NMCP

Navy

12min·4.4mi

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

14min·8.6mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

20min·11.7mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510034

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510034

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

10.4 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhoodSouth Norfolk

South Norfolk is one of Chesapeake's oldest urban areas. It is a historic borough at the city's north edge. The borough was laid out along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River.

$305KMedian sale · 12 mo
$193Sold $/sq ft
21dDays on market
33For sale now
$62KHH income
60.3%Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Value & historyComparables

Last list price vs. assessment124% of $213,700City assessment record · taxes $2,158/yr
Land share of assessed value40% · $85,000Improvements $128,700 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$230,000 – $335,000The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for the last list price, not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
4162 Reid ST · 2.2 mi · 1,330 sqft$290,000 sold 2026-06
405 Villanova AVE · 1.8 mi · 1,441 sqft$230,000 sold 2026-06
1202 Portlock RD · 2.1 mi · 1,373 sqft$310,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$265,000

Price / Sq Ft

$199

Annual Taxes

$2,158

Monthly Tax

$180

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.81%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 24, 2026$265,000—
Off market—$265,000Last list price

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

24% above assessment

Total Assessed

$213,700

Land

$85,000

Improvement

$128,700

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
1229 Decatur Stthis home, last list price$265,00031.11,332$199
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions about this home

Is 1229 Decatur St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Rena B. Wright Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (VaHome School Score 2.4/10), Oscar Smith (VaHome School Score 2.4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1229 Decatur St in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is there a gym near 1229 Decatur St?
Yes — South Norfolk Martial Arts, LCC is about 0.9 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 1229 Decatur St?
Johnson Park is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1229 Decatur St?
Dollar General is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Southside BBQ & Catering (0.2 mi).
Does 1229 Decatur St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1229 Decatur St built?
It was built in 1924, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data. Never invented.

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Listing courtesy of Patrick Istilart · 1st Advantage Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10626241

1229 Decatur St, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10626241 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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