1531 W 41st St was listed for sale on Oct 3, 2026. The last list price was $275,000. It came off the market on Oct 22, 2026. It is not listed for sale in the REIN MLS.
Welcome to 1531 W. 41st Street, where timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and an incredible sense of community come together. This move-in ready Norfolk home features a newer HVAC system, water heater, and electrical panel, giving you peace of mind from day one. Whether you're searching for your first home, a low-maintenance investment property, or a home near Old Dominion University (ODU), you'll appreciate the unbeatable location just minutes from Ghent, EVMS, Downtown Norfolk, Naval Station Norfolk, Sentara Norfolk General, shopping, dining, parks, and major interstates. Situated on a quiet one-way street with plentiful parking, this is a place where neighbors still know one another. In fact, one neighbor has proudly called this street home for 55 years and was born just a few blocks away—a rare testament to the pride, stability, and community. If you see my friend to the left, tell her Christina says Hi! Owner/Agent "Your Story. Your Home. My Mission."
Listing courtesy of Christina Barnhart · Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty - East LLC · REIN MLS #10656414
1531 W 41st St is a 1,000-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1956 in Norfolk, Virginia 23508. It sits just blocks from Old Dominion University and less than a mile from three grocery options. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about five minutes away. Among Norfolk homes for sale, this address punches well above its size.
The 1956 build date puts this home in a generation of Norfolk construction known for solid bones — concrete block foundations, thick plaster walls, and compact floor plans that use every square foot. At 1,000 square feet across three bedrooms and one bath, the layout is tight but functional. The lot is walkable to 37th Street Park, FR8 House Coffee Co., and Serina Cafe. That combination of mid-century structure and genuine walkability is harder to find than it looks.
LAMBERTS POINT and the Norfolk real estate market
West 41st Street sits in a quiet residential pocket of Norfolk just north of the Old Dominion University campus. The streets here are lined with post-war cottages and brick ranches from the 1950s and 1960s. Mature trees shade the sidewalks, and the blocks feel lived-in rather than transient. Lambert's Point Open Space is a short walk away and gives the area a green, unhurried feel. This part of Norfolk is sometimes called the Ghent-adjacent corridor — close enough to Ghent's energy but calm enough to feel like a neighborhood. Norfolk itself is a working waterfront city with a strong arts scene, a deep military history, and a downtown that has been growing steadily. Interstates 264 and 64 are both reachable within minutes, connecting you to Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and the Peninsula. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Norfolk will notice that the 23508 zip code offers an unusually central position in the region. Daily errands, commutes, and weekend plans all flow easily from here.
What's nearby
37th Street Park is just 0.1 miles away — an easy walk for a morning stretch or an afternoon outside. Lambert's Point Open Space and Weyanoke are both under half a mile, adding more green space to the mix. FR8 House Coffee Co. and Dunkin' are both 0.4 miles away for your daily coffee run. Serina Cafe is just 0.3 miles out when you want a sit-down meal. Miller's Neighborhood Market and The Fresh Market are each under a mile for groceries. The ODU Student Recreation and Well-Being Center, StretchLab, and Club Pilates are all within 0.5 miles if fitness is part of your routine.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about five minutes from this address, and USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly seven minutes out. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and the home's compact size means fewer variables in the appraisal process. Buyers exploring homes for sale in 23508 with a VA loan will find this location hard to beat for base access.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms and a 1956 build give you a real home — not a condo, not a townhome — at a size that keeps costs predictable. The walkable location means one car can handle most of daily life. Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. and homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School will find this block sits in a well-connected part of Norfolk with genuine neighborhood character.
More buyer questions
How far is 1531 W 41st St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about five minutes by car from this address. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly seven minutes away.
What grocery stores are near 1531 W 41st St in Norfolk?
Miller's Neighborhood Market and The Fresh Market are both within 0.8 miles. Grey Badger Restoration Companies Co. is also about 0.7 miles away.
Is 1531 W 41st St in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.
What parks are walkable from 1531 W 41st St?
37th Street Park is just 0.1 miles away. Lambert's Point Open Space and Weyanoke are both under half a mile.
What year was 1531 W 41st St built?
The home was built in 1956. It is a single-family property with 1,000 square feet, three bedrooms, and one bath.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NMCP
Navy
16min·6.6mi
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
21min·5.5mi
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NNSY
Navy
18min·7.6mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
19min·5.7mi
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NS Norfolk
Navy
18min·6.5mi
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Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104
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
8.7 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.
Lamberts Point is a neighborhood on the water in Norfolk, Virginia. It sits along the Elizabeth River, with water views and water access. The homes range from settled properties to newer developments.
$300KMedian sale · 12 mo
$199Sold $/sq ft
38dDays on market
4For sale now
$60KHH income
36.2%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
Last list price vs. assessment132% of $208,700City assessment record · taxes $2,567/yr
Land share of assessed value34% · $71,500Improvements $137,200 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$240,000 – $285,900The 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.
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
32% above assessment
Total Assessed
$208,700
Land
$71,500
Improvement
$137,200
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:
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.
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Questions about this home
Is 1531 W 41st St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Walter Herron Taylor Elementary, Blair Middle (VaHome School Score 2.8/10), Maury (VaHome School Score 3.4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1531 W 41st 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.
Does 1531 W 41st St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1531 W 41st St built?
It was built in 1956, per the listing record.
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This home is not listed for sale in the REIN MLS. The home value tool estimates a current value from recent nearby sales.
Listing courtesy of Christina Barnhart · Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty - East LLC · REIN MLS #10656414
1531 W 41st St, Norfolk, Virginia 23508 · MLS #10656414 · 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.
