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NorfolkCOMMODORE PARK173 Swanson Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10618802 · record updated May 1, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
173 Swanson RD, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
$348,000
$222 / sqft · est. $2,240/mo →
3beds
3baths
1,568sqft
48days on market

173 Swanson Rd, Norfolk, VA 23503

SoldResidential · built 1942 · COMMODORE PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Fall in love with this adorable updated home that's full of charm and character! Step inside to find a cozy living area and a cheerful modern kitchen that's as cute as it is functional. Be the first to enjoy the brand new carpet in all 3 bedrooms. This captivating home includes a farmhouse sink, LVP flooring and 3 full bathrooms! Relax on the large sundeck overlooking a fenced in yard that's perfect for entertaining or gardening. An oversized 444 sq ft garage adds convenience and extra storage. This gem is a must-see! Seller is offering a new roof with a full price offer.

Listing courtesy of Lisa Strack · Swell Realty Co · REIN MLS #10618802

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1942

Price / sqft

$222

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,999/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10618802

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
1,568
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, PBR with Bath, Porch
Interior features
Dual Entry Bath (Br & Br), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Skylights, Walk-In Attic, Walk-In Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys, Water Softener

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow,Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Basebd,Electric,Nat Gas,Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
Central Air,Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1576
Approx. acres
0.16
Subdivision
COMMODORE PARK
Zoning
R-7
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · 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

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

>75 dB DNL

Accident Potential Zone

Not in a mapped Accident Potential Zone

Source: U.S. Navy AICUZ — Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (via city GIS)

In the Chesapeake Shores & Bayview neighborhood of Norfolk. browse Norfolk listings

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

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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

$2,240/mo

Principal & interest

$1,806

Property tax

$333

Home insurance

$102

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

Asking vs. assessment

107% of $325,100

City assessment record · taxes $3,999/yr

Land share of assessed value

28% — $90,000

Improvements $235,100 · assessor record ✓

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

$270,000$381,000

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.

172 Haven DR · 0.5 mi · 1,667 sqft$381,000 sold 2026-04
409 E Westmont AVE · 0.9 mi · 1,638 sqft$340,000 sold 2026-05
8206 Mccloy RD · 1.2 mi · 1,550 sqft$325,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$348,000

Price / Sq Ft

$222

Annual Taxes

$3,999

Monthly Tax

$333

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.15%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMar 22, 2026$348,000
SoldApr 30, 2026$348,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

7% above assessment

Total Assessed

$325,100

Land

$90,000

Improvement

$235,100

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 173 Swanson Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Mary Calcott Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Northside Middle School (GreatSchools 3/10), Granby (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 173 Swanson Rd 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 173 Swanson Rd?+
Yes — Aviation Water Survival Training Center (ASTC) Norfolk is about 0.7 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 173 Swanson Rd?+
Neighborhood Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Does 173 Swanson Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 173 Swanson Rd built?+
It was built in 1942, per the listing record.

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

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

✓ Your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya — never sold to strangers

Listing courtesy of Lisa Strack · Swell Realty Co · REIN MLS #10618802

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173 Swanson Rd, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10618802 · 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.