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1618 Esquire ST, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
$381,100
$288 / sqft · est. $2,418/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,325sqft
19days on market

1618 Esquire St, Norfolk, VA 23503

SoldResidential · built 1955 · BROOKFIELD PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Looking for the perfect combination charm, character, and fantastic space? This house has all that and more. Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in the established Brookfield Park neighborhood, this home shines with pride of ownership. It features beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms and boasts beautiful wood floors, granite counter tops, heated floors in the main bathroom, and a fabulous deck for entertaining. What puts it over the top is its exceptional space, as it has a flex room that could be a fourth bedroom, an office, or a playroom; an enormous 1152-square foot detached garage that will stun you; and an encapsulated crawl space. Convenient to bases, shopping, the interstate, and Ocean View. Don't miss the one. You will fall in love!

Listing courtesy of Kelli Caplan · 1st Class Real Estate Flagship · REIN MLS #10635066

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A solid 1955 three-bedroom, two-bath home on Esquire Street in Norfolk, Virginia — just eight minutes from both JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and Naval Station Norfolk, with beach access less than a mile away and everyday conveniences close at hand.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1618 Esquire Street apart is its rare dual-base proximity — eight minutes in either direction to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story or Naval Station Norfolk — combined with a walkable stretch of East Ocean View that puts a neighborhood beach access point, local dining, and a craft brewery all within a short stroll. At 1,325 square feet on a 1955 foundation, this is a home with bones and a location that's genuinely hard to replicate.

BROOKFIELD PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

Esquire Street sits in the northeastern corner of Norfolk, in a low-key residential pocket that borders the East Ocean View waterfront corridor. The streets here are quiet and established, lined with mid-century homes that have been part of the fabric of this city for decades. Buyers browsing homes for sale norfolk virginia consistently find that this zip code — 23503 — punches above its weight: you get beach proximity, military base access, and a real neighborhood feel without the congestion of downtown. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct enclaves, and this one rewards people who want to feel rooted. Grove Street Beach Access is less than a mile away, and the broader Ocean View shoreline stretches for miles along the Chesapeake Bay. It's the kind of area where neighbors know each other, morning walks have a destination, and the water is never far from your mind.

What's nearby

Day-to-day life flows easily from Esquire Street. Peppers Indian Cuisine is just 0.3 miles away — a genuinely convenient dinner option on a weeknight. Zero's Subs and BellaZa are both within 0.7 miles for quick lunches or casual evenings out. The Bold Mariner Brewing Company is also at that same distance, making it a natural Friday-night spot. For morning coffee or a late-night snack run, 7-Eleven and Apelu Island Cafe are both reachable on foot or a very short drive. Grocery and convenience needs are covered by Dollar General, Amoco, and bp, all within 0.7 miles. Tarrallton Park and Grove St. Beach Access round out the outdoor options nearby.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and eight minutes to Naval Station Norfolk — that's the kind of commute that changes your quality of life. Using a VA loan, this 1,325-square-foot home becomes a realistic path to ownership in a zip code that stays in demand across PCS cycles. BAH rates in the Hampton Roads area have historically aligned well with this price tier, making the math worth running.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 1618 Esquire Street offers a manageable footprint — three bedrooms, two baths, 1,325 square feet — in a neighborhood that's walkable, established, and close to the water. Working with a knowledgeable real estate agent norfolk buyers trust can make the process feel far less overwhelming, and this address is a strong starting point for building equity in a city with lasting demand.

More buyer questions

How far is 1618 Esquire Street from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive from 1618 Esquire Street to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area.

How far is 1618 Esquire Street from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is also about 8 minutes away by car, giving this address an unusually convenient position between two of Hampton Roads' largest military installations.

Is 1618 Esquire Street near the water?

Yes — Grove St. Beach Access is roughly 0.8 miles from the property, and the broader Ocean View shoreline along the Chesapeake Bay is easily reachable by foot or a short drive.

What is the flood zone status for 1618 Esquire Street?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — we recommend reviewing that section and consulting with your insurance agent for current FEMA map data.

When was 1618 Esquire Street built and how big is it?

The home was built in 1955 and offers 1,325 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a footprint typical of the well-built mid-century residential construction found throughout this part of Norfolk.

Curious whether 1618 Esquire Street fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through it.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$288

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,955/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10635066

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,325
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Sump Pump

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Sealed/Encapsulated Crawl Space
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Shingle,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump W/A, Programmable Thermostat, Radiant Heated Floors
Cooling
Heat Pump W/A
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2600
Subdivision
BROOKFIELD PARK
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 3+ Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

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

$2,418/mo

Principal & interest

$1,977

Property tax

$330

Home insurance

$111

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$225,000 – $402,900

The 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.

1417 Ramsey RD · 0.1 mi · 1,400 sqft$402,900 sold 2026-02
8580 Wayland ST · 0.6 mi · 1,401 sqft$350,000 sold 2026-04
1212 Oak Park AVE · 0.9 mi · 1,350 sqft$382,475 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$381,100

Price / Sq Ft

$288

Annual Taxes

$3,955

Monthly Tax

$330

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.04%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 3, 2026$381,100—
Price increasedJun 22, 2026$381,100+$1,100
SoldJun 18, 2026$381,100—

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:

Norfolk 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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1618 Esquire St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Bay View Elementary (GreatSchools 3/10), Azalea Gardens Middle, Norview (GreatSchools 4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1618 Esquire 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 1618 Esquire St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1618 Esquire St built?+
It was built in 1955, per the listing record.

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

The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Kelli Caplan · 1st Class Real Estate Flagship · REIN MLS #10635066

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1618 Esquire St, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10635066 · 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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