8 days on market
$340,000
218 Bradford Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23505
MLS# 10636641 · ROSE GARDENS · Norfolk VA
Updated Jun 5, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,132/mo
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Price / sq ft
$239
1,420 sq ft
Days on market
8
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1961
65 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,420
Garage
No
About this home
This charming home blends comfort and convenience with easy access to the interstate, Wards Corner shopping center, and just minutes from NOB Naval Base and the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel. Inside, you'll enjoy an open living concept ideal for entertaining, with seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and recent updates include a new A/C unit, roof and w…
Listed by Shawn Blount · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty
VaHome Team property overview
218 Bradford Ave is a 1961-built, 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Norfolk, Virginia, offering 1,420 square feet of living space just five minutes from Naval Station Norfolk — a compact, well-located address with serious everyday convenience built right in.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 218 Bradford Ave apart is its rare combination of walkable daily errands and an almost unbeatable commute to two major military installations. Grocery runs, coffee stops, and a handful of neighborhood restaurants are all within a half-mile, while Naval Station Norfolk and MARFORCOM Norfolk are both reachable in under ten minutes. For a 1961-era home, this address punches well above its square footage in location value.
ROSE GARDENS and the Norfolk real estate market
Bradford Ave sits in a quiet, established pocket of Norfolk — a city that consistently ranks among the most accessible for those searching homes to buy in Norfolk thanks to its mix of mature neighborhoods, waterfront character, and dense military infrastructure. The streets here have the feel of a neighborhood that has been lived in and cared for across generations: modest lot sizes, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stick around. Norfolk itself wraps around the Chesapeake Bay and several tributaries, giving the city a distinctly coastal personality without the resort-town price premium. City services, transit options, and a growing restaurant and arts scene in nearby districts all contribute to a lifestyle that is genuinely urban without feeling overwhelming. The 23505 zip code in particular sits in a sweet spot — close enough to the base corridor to make military life manageable, yet far enough from the waterfront to feel like a true residential neighborhood rather than a tourist corridor.
What's nearby
Daily life from 218 Bradford Ave is remarkably low-effort. Harris Teeter is just 0.4 miles away for your main grocery run, and Watergate 7 offers a second option at a mile out. When you want to eat out, Ann Thai Cuisine, Kin's Wok II, and Higher Heights Caribbean Restaurant are all within two blocks — genuine variety without getting in the car. Clean Eatz, Dunkin', and Black Rifle Coffee Company are all within 0.4 miles for your morning routine. For outdoor time, North Shore Road Playground is half a mile away, Village Park is under a mile, and Caton Park rounds out the options at 0.9 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 218 Bradford Ave is about as close as you can get without living on base. For active-duty families navigating PCS cycles, that commute buffer matters. A VA loan can make this 1961-built, move-friendly address even more accessible, and the neighborhood's stability means it tends to hold its appeal across multiple assignment rotations.
For first-time buyers
If you're looking for your first house to buy in Norfolk, 218 Bradford Ave offers a realistic entry point into homeownership without sacrificing location. At 1,420 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, there's genuine livability here. The walkable grocery, coffee, and dining options nearby mean you can ease into the costs of owning a car-dependent home — because this one really isn't.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 218 Bradford Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately five minutes by car from 218 Bradford Ave, making it one of the closer off-base residential options in the city. MARFORCOM Norfolk is just a minute further at roughly six minutes.
What is the square footage and layout of 218 Bradford Ave?
The home offers 1,420 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, built in 1961 as a residential single-family property.
Is 218 Bradford Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification and what it means for insurance requirements.
What grocery stores are near 218 Bradford Ave?
Harris Teeter is the closest at 0.4 miles, and Watergate 7 provides a second option about a mile away — both are easy to reach without a long drive.
Are there parks within walking distance of 218 Bradford Ave?
Yes — North Shore Road Playground is about half a mile away, Village Park is under a mile, and Caton Park is within a mile as well, giving families and outdoor enthusiasts a few solid options close to home.
Want to know more about 218 Bradford Ave or explore similar addresses in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out anytime.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,420
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Other
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$340,000
Price / Sq Ft
$239
Annual Taxes
$3,222
Monthly Tax
$269
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.95%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 28, 2026 | $340,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $340,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched Jun 5, 2026.
Total Assessed
$262,000
Land
$81,500
Improvement
$180,500
Parcel ID: 1530311592
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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.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,132/moPrincipal & interest
$1,764
Property tax
$269
Home insurance
$99
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 CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · MLS# 10636641
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$340,000
218 Bradford AVE, NORFOLK VA 23505
Norfolk, Virginia 23505
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