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3beds
1baths
1,244sqft
$197per sqft
0days on market

1506 Martin Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23324

New ListingResidential · built 1960 · 0.11 acres · SHERIDAN HEIGHTS · MLS #10661464

Price per sqft$197compare with nearby salesSchools
Oscar F. SmithHigh3.8
Oscar SmithMiddle2.4
George W. Carver IntermediateElementary2.5
VaHome School ScoreFlood
Low / moderate riskZone X
flood insurance not requiredHOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS recordEst. payment$1,509/moall-in · 20% down · 6.75% · adjustPrice since listing…checking price historyTaxes$2,000/yrfrom the public recordCondo feeNAnot a condo

OverviewAbout this home

Welcome to 1506 Martin Avenue, a classic 1960 brick ranch in County Place that has been lovingly cared for. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,244 sq ft of single-level living, with a stone fireplace anchoring the living room. The big-ticket items are already done: roof about 8 years old, windows about 6 years old, plumbing and HVAC replaced in 2019, and a water heater about 4 years old. A detached brick 2-car garage and a 24x24 attached storage shed provide plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies, and storage. The original kitchen and bath are ready for your personal touches, making this a wonderful opportunity to build equity and make it your own. Located in Central Chesapeake. Please note: the neighboring lot with the gazebo is owned separately by someone else and does not convey with this property.

Listing courtesy of Leslie Brennan · Aweigh Real Estate · REIN MLS #10661464

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1960
Price / sqft$197
HOANone
Taxes$2,000/yr
CountyChesapeake VA
MLS #10661464

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,244
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Attic Fan, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener
Accessibility
Grab bars

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1100
Subdivision
SHERIDAN HEIGHTS
Zoning
R6
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 2 Car, 4 Space, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Estate

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1506 Martin Avenue is a 1,244-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1960 in Chesapeake, Virginia. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about four minutes away. Daily errands, dining, and green space are all within a half-mile. It is a compact, well-located address in the 23324 zip code.

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See all Chesapeake homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23324, homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School, and homes for sale zoned for George W. Carver Intermediate School. Nearby, look at South Norfolk homes for sale, Chesapeake waterfront homes for sale, Chesapeake condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Chesapeake.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1506 Martin Avenue apart is its proximity to two major installations. Norfolk Naval Shipyard sits four minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes out. That kind of dual-base access is rare. The block also puts you within a short walk of parks, restaurants, and a gym. For a 1960-built home, the footprint is efficient — three bedrooms and a full bath in 1,244 square feet.

SHERIDAN HEIGHTS and the Chesapeake real estate market

Martin Avenue sits in a quiet residential pocket of south Chesapeake, close to the Campostella area. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes, many of them single-family ranches built in the 1950s and 1960s. It is a grounded, established neighborhood — not flashy, but solid and walkable. Atlantic Avenue Park is three blocks away, and Cascade Park is just a bit farther. Anyone browsing homes for sale in 23324 will notice how close this corridor sits to the Portsmouth and Norfolk borders. Chesapeake is an independent city in Hampton Roads, and it covers a wide range of landscapes — from the Great Dismal Swamp in the west to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline in the east. The south side of the city, where Martin Avenue sits, tends to have older housing stock and shorter commutes to the shipyard. Getting around is straightforward. Interstate 464 and the Berkley Bridge give you quick access to Norfolk. Downtown Norfolk and the Virginia Beach oceanfront are both reachable in under 30 minutes.

What's nearby

Eddie's Chesapeake Bay Crabhouse & More is just 0.2 miles away — a local favorite for seafood. New China and 7five7taste restaurant n lounge are both within a third of a mile for quick weeknight dinners. RheuFit gym is also 0.2 miles out, so skipping a workout takes real effort. For groceries, Mr Food Mart is 0.4 miles away, with Super Mart and Dollar General both under a mile. Atlantic Avenue Park, Cascade Park, and Campostella Square Park form a triangle of green space all within half a mile. Dunkin' is 0.9 miles away for a morning coffee run.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about four minutes by car from 1506 Martin Avenue. USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes in the opposite direction. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and the home's straightforward layout means fewer surprises during the appraisal process. That combination of short commutes and financing flexibility is hard to find this close to two active installations.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms and a full bath in a freestanding 1960 home give you real square footage to work with at a south Chesapeake address. The lot gives you outdoor space, and the walkable block means you are not car-dependent for everyday needs. Buyers comparing Chesapeake homes for sale often overlook this corridor — which means less competition and more room to negotiate. It is a practical, livable starting point.

More buyer questions

How far is 1506 Martin Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about four minutes by car from 1506 Martin Avenue. The route is direct and avoids most major traffic chokepoints.

What zip code is 1506 Martin Avenue in?

The home is in the 23324 zip code, which covers a portion of south Chesapeake near the Portsmouth and Norfolk city lines.

Is 1506 Martin Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

What schools serve 1506 Martin Avenue?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School or homes for sale zoned for George W. Carver Intermediate School will find this address falls within those attendance zones — confirm current boundaries with Chesapeake Public Schools directly.

How close are parks to 1506 Martin Avenue?

Atlantic Avenue Park is 0.3 miles away, Cascade Park is 0.4 miles, and Campostella Square Park is 0.5 miles. All three are walkable from the front door.

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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
ElementaryGeorge W. Carver Intermediate School
2.5/10
Down 0.2 from 2024–25

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NNSY

Navy

17min·4.9mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

11min·3.1mi

NMCP

Navy

19min·5.2mi

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

17min·5.8mi

Little Creek

Navy

26min·13.1mi

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

16.3 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.

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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CostPayment calculator

Estimates only. Taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,509/mo

Principal & interest

$1,271

Property tax

$167

Home insurance

$71

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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.

Value & historyComparables

Price context: similar nearby homes$177,000 – $335,000The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
1830 Candlelight DR · 1.8 mi · 1,257 sqft$177,000 sold 2026-09
4000 Hamilton ST · 2 mi · 1,235 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-05
1800 Portlock RD · 1.9 mi · 1,179 sqft$185,000 sold 2026-10

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$245,000

Price / Sq Ft

$197

Annual Taxes

$2,000

Monthly Tax

$167

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.82%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedNov 12, 2026$245,000—
Currently listed—$245,000—

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.

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CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
1506 Martin Avethis home$245,000311,244$197
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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 buyers ask

Is 1506 Martin Ave in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are George W. Carver Intermediate (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), 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 1506 Martin Ave 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.
Does 1506 Martin Ave have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1506 Martin Ave built?
It was built in 1960, 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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1506 Martin Ave, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10661464 · 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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