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1521 Bordeaux Pl

Norfolk, Virginia 23509

MLS# 10641271 · LAFAYETTE SHORES · Norfolk VA

Updated 12 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS

Est. payment

$4,695/mo

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Price / sq ft

$219

3,427 sq ft

Days on market

0

New listing

HOA

None

Year built

1991

35 yrs old

Beds

4

Full Baths

3

Half Baths

1

Sq Ft

3,427

Garage

Yes

Residential2 StorySingle FamilyWaterfront — Not Waterfront

Schools

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About this home

Welcome to Lafayette Shores, one of the area's most sought-after communities! This spacious 4-bedroom home offers over 3,000 square feet of comfortable living space with room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. Come inside to find brand-new carpet and thoughtful updates throughout, including a refreshed kitchen that blends style and functionality. The generous floor plan features spacious living areas, ample natura…

Listed by Shelly Taylor · Real Broker LLC

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At a glance

A spacious 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath home in Norfolk spanning 3,427 square feet, built in 1991, with quick access to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth — a solid fit for families who need room to grow and a short commute to base.

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Why this home stands out

At 3,427 square feet, 1521 Bordeaux Place offers a scale that's genuinely hard to find in this part of Norfolk. Four bedrooms and three and a half baths give every member of the household their own space, and the 1991 build year hits a sweet spot — substantial construction with enough age to have character, but modern enough to avoid the major infrastructure headaches of truly older homes. The address on a place-named street adds a quiet, residential feel.

LAFAYETTE SHORES and the Norfolk real estate market

Bordeaux Place sits within the 23509 zip code of Norfolk, Virginia — a city that punches well above its weight for livability. Norfolk is a true urban hub for Hampton Roads, home to a world-class waterfront, a thriving arts district, and a deeply rooted military community. The 23509 area occupies the interior of the city, giving you reasonable access to both the downtown Norfolk corridor and the eastern neighborhoods without being locked into heavy traffic patterns. While the specific subdivision name for this address isn't formally designated, the surrounding streets carry a neighborhood feel that's settled and mature — tree-lined, owner-occupied, and largely residential in character. For anyone browsing homes for sale in norfolk va 23503 and the adjacent zip codes, this stretch of Norfolk rewards a closer look: it's close enough to the action to be convenient, and quiet enough to come home to at the end of the day. Norfolk itself sits at the center of Hampton Roads, making it a practical base for exploring the entire region.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from Bordeaux Place. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly seven minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth adds another nearby option at about eight minutes — both accessible without touching the most congested stretches of the region's highway network. Downtown Norfolk's restaurants, Waterside District, and the NEON arts district are all within a reasonable drive. MacArthur Center and the Granby Street corridor handle most retail and dining needs. Grocery options, pharmacies, and coffee shops are distributed throughout the surrounding neighborhoods, so you're rarely making a long trip for everyday errands. The broader Hampton Roads network of bridges and tunnels puts Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth within reach on a regular basis.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Seven minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and eight to USCG Base Portsmouth — that kind of commute changes your daily quality of life. A VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than you might expect, and 3,427 square feet means there's room for a home office, a guest room for visiting family, and space to actually decompress after a long shift or deployment cycle.

For families upgrading

If you've outgrown your current home, 1521 Bordeaux Place is worth a serious look. Four bedrooms and three and a half baths across 3,427 square feet means everyone gets their own space — and then some. The 1991 build gives you solid bones without the quirks of a much older home, and a Norfolk address keeps you connected to everything Hampton Roads has to offer.

Frequently asked questions

How far is 1521 Bordeaux Place from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately seven minutes from 1521 Bordeaux Place under normal traffic conditions. The route avoids the most congested tunnels, which makes it a reliable daily commute.

How far is 1521 Bordeaux Place from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly eight minutes away, making it one of the more conveniently located addresses in Norfolk for Coast Guard personnel stationed there.

What zip code is 1521 Bordeaux Place in?

The property is in the 23509 zip code, which covers a central residential section of Norfolk, Virginia.

Is there an HOA at 1521 Bordeaux Place?

HOA status for this address should be confirmed directly through current listing documentation or a title search, as it can change over time and varies by subdivision boundaries.

Is 1521 Bordeaux Place in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check there for the most accurate and up-to-date classification.

Curious whether 1521 Bordeaux Place is the right fit? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through it.

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Property Details

Bedrooms

4

Full Baths

3

Half Baths

1

Approx Sq Ft

3,427

Stories

2

Fireplaces

0

Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic, Wood

Heating

Cooling

Laundry

Interior Features

N/A

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$750,000

Price / Sq Ft

$219

Annual Taxes

$7,013

Monthly Tax

$584

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.94%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 25, 2026$750,000
Currently listed$750,000

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About buying in Norfolk

Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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Estimate your monthly payment

$4,695/mo

Principal & interest

$3,892

Property tax

$584

Home insurance

$219

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 Real Broker LLC · MLS# 10641271

Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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$750,000

1521 Bordeaux PL, NORFOLK VA 23509

Norfolk, Virginia 23509

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Quick Facts

TypeResidential
Year Built1991
Lot Size0.1500
Taxes$7,013/yr
HOANone
Heating
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