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221 E 40th ST, NORFOLK VA 23504 - Main photo
4beds
2.1baths
2,128sqft
11days on market

221 E 40th St, Norfolk, VA 23504

SoldResidential · built 1921 · RIVERVIEW

About this home

A rare opportunity for the savvy buyer who recognizes potential. This beautiful historic home in sought-after Riverview offers the chance to add your own finishing touches while building instant equity. Several key upgrades are already complete, including a new tankless hot water heater/boiler, updated fixtures in the second-floor bathrooms, laundry relocated to the first floor, and the addition of a first-floor half bath. The walk-in attic is ready to be finished, offering approximately 500 additional square feet. Enjoy large screened-in porches on both the first and second floors, a primary bedroom with a working fireplace and shared ensuite, and a large, dry basement ideal for storage (no flood insurance required). Located just blocks from Riverview Village shopping and dining and Lafayette Park, with easy access to Ghent, Downtown, and interstates.

Listing courtesy of Janis Campbell · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10617740

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1921

Price / sqft

$176

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,862/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10617740

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,128
Stories
3
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
11
Other rooms
Attic, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Screened Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Accessibility
Elevator

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Slate
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating
Radiator
Cooling
Window/Wall
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1200
Subdivision
RIVERVIEW
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

11.3 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\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Colonial Place

Colonial Place is a historic neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia. It is known for streets lined with trees and homes from the early 20th century.

$413K

Median sale · 12 mo

$227

Sold $/sq ft

14d

Days on market

13

For sale now

$85K

HH income

56.4%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NMCP

Navy

19min·6mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

15min·4.6mi

NNSY

Navy

17min·5.7mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

13min·6.1mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

15min·7mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$2,460/mo

Principal & interest

$1,946

Property tax

$405

Home insurance

$109

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$305,000 – $445,000

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.

4250 Granby ST #107 · 0.2 mi · 2,082 sqft$321,000 sold 2026-05
1734 Lasalle AVE · 0.8 mi · 2,100 sqft$445,000 sold 2026-06
5903 Granby ST · 0.8 mi · 1,892 sqft$360,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$375,000

Price / Sq Ft

$176

Annual Taxes

$4,862

Monthly Tax

$405

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.30%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 28, 2026$375,000—
SoldFeb 27, 2026$375,000—

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

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

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Questions buyers ask

Is 221 E 40th St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Granby Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.3/10), 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 221 E 40th 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 221 E 40th St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 221 E 40th St built?+
It was built in 1921, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Janis Campbell · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10617740

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221 E 40th St, Norfolk, Virginia 23504 · MLS #10617740 · 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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