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NorfolkCHELSEA208 Forsythe St✓ Source: REIN MLS #10653356 · record updated Sep 12, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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2beds
1baths
980sqft
0days on market

208 Forsythe St, Norfolk, VA 23505

New ListingResidential · built 1951 · CHELSEA

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1951

Price / sqft

$253

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,632/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10653356

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
980
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator
Accessibility
Level Flooring

Construction & exterior

Style
Cottage, Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1515
Subdivision
CHELSEA
Zoning
R-7
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath Norfolk home featuring a BRAND NEW HVAC system, new windows and a freshly painted interior throughout! Offering approximately 980 square feet of living space, this home features a functional layout and a spacious yard with plenty of room to enjoy. Conveniently located near military installations, shopping, dining and major highways for an easy commute throughout Hampton Roads. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing or looking for your next investment, this property offers an excellent opportunity at an attractive price point. Clean, updated and ready for it's next owner - schedule your showing today!

Listing courtesy of David McLendon · AXEN Realty · REIN MLS #10653356

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

A compact 1951 two-bedroom on Forsythe Street puts you seven minutes from Naval Station Norfolk and steps from Harris Teeter, Your Pie, and Caton Park — all in one of Norfolk's most convenient zip codes. Solid bones, a walkable block, and an address that works hard for you.

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Why this home stands out

What makes 208 Forsythe Street stand out among Norfolk homes for sale is the combination of genuine walkability and military-base proximity that most small homes in this price range can't match. Harris Teeter is a three-minute walk. Your Pie and Zenshi are practically neighbors. Naval Station Norfolk is seven minutes by car. For a 980-square-foot home built in 1951, the location does a lot of the heavy lifting.

CHELSEA and the Norfolk real estate market

Forsythe Street sits in the 23505 zip code — a mid-city Norfolk corridor that feels more like a neighborhood than a thoroughfare. The blocks here are lined with postwar cottages and bungalows that have aged gracefully, and the mix of long-time residents and newcomers gives the area a grounded, unpretentious character. You're north of downtown Norfolk but well inside the city's core, which means you get urban convenience without the density. Commuters heading to Naval Station Norfolk or MARFORCOM Norfolk can be on base in about seven minutes, making this stretch genuinely practical for military households. The 23505 zip also puts you close to the Lafayette River corridor and the broader Larchmont-Edgewater area, where tree-lined streets and local businesses have kept the neighborhood feeling like a real community. If you're comparing homes for sale in Norfolk across different zip codes, 23505 consistently earns attention for its balance of access and livability.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 208 Forsythe. Your Pie Pizza is two-tenths of a mile away — close enough to walk on a weeknight. Zenshi Handcrafted Sushi and a Starbucks are both within three-tenths of a mile, and Harris Teeter covers your grocery run at the same distance. Caton Park is just 0.2 miles out, a quick walk for morning routines or an afternoon with kids. Pennstock Triangle and North Shore Road Playground are under a mile when you want to mix it up. Planet Fitness is 0.8 miles away for gym access without a commute. Watergate 7 and LA K-TRACHITA STORE round out the grocery options within a mile, giving you real variety close to home.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Seven minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and seven minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 208 Forsythe Street is one of those addresses that makes PCS logistics genuinely manageable. VA loan eligibility pairs naturally with a home this size, and the walkable block means one car can handle most daily errands. Families comparing homes for sale in 23505 will find this location hard to beat for base access.

For first-time buyers

At 980 square feet, 208 Forsythe is the kind of home that lets you get into Norfolk without overextending. Two bedrooms, one bath, a 1951 build with character, and a block where Harris Teeter and Starbucks are a short walk away — it's a practical first step. Buyers exploring homes for sale zoned for Granby High School and homes for sale zoned for Granby Elementary School will find this address falls within that attendance area.

More buyer questions

How far is 208 Forsythe Street from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately seven minutes by car from 208 Forsythe Street, making it one of the closer residential addresses to the base in the 23505 zip code. MARFORCOM Norfolk is the same distance in a similar direction.

Is 208 Forsythe Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map data specific to 208 Forsythe Street.

What grocery stores are near 208 Forsythe Street?

Harris Teeter is 0.3 miles away — an easy walk. Watergate 7 is 0.8 miles out, and LA K-TRACHITA STORE is just under a mile, giving you three distinct options within a short drive or bike ride.

Does 208 Forsythe Street have a garage or off-street parking?

Parking details for this specific property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a visit to the home — street parking is common on Forsythe, and many homes of this era in 23505 include a driveway.

What parks are closest to 208 Forsythe Street?

Caton Park is just 0.2 miles from the front door, making it the most walkable green space nearby. Pennstock Triangle and North Shore Road Playground are both within 0.7 miles for more variety.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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Flood & environment

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

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Explore this neighborhood

Wards Corner

Wards Corner is a residential neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes and modest multi-unit properties.

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For sale now

$74K

HH income

49%

Owner-occupied

U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

$1,578/mo

Principal & interest

$1,287

Property tax

$219

Home insurance

$72

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 & history

Judge value on real ground

Price context — similar nearby homes

$153,000$290,000

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.

6424 Tappahannock DR · 0.8 mi · 967 sqft$251,200 sold 2026-06
357 Fort Worth AVE #108 · 0.9 mi · 1,085 sqft$153,000 sold 2026-06
7012 Selma AVE · 1.5 mi · 1,000 sqft$259,750 sold 2026-02

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$248,000

Price / Sq Ft

$253

Annual Taxes

$2,632

Monthly Tax

$219

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.06%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 12, 2026$248,000
Currently listed$248,000

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:

Norfolk Real Estate Assessor

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Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 208 Forsythe St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Granby Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.2/10), Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 3/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 208 Forsythe 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 208 Forsythe St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 208 Forsythe St built?+
It was built in 1951, per the listing record.

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