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3beds
1.1baths
1,649sqft
0days on market

227 Sir Oliver Rd, Norfolk, VA 23505

New ListingResidential · built 1953 · CROMWELL FARM

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek, Deep Water Access, Navigable, Tidal.

Frontage

Creek · Tidal ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1953

Price / sqft

$267

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,634/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10654645

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,649
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Pantry, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link
Waterfront
Creek,Deep Water Access,Navigable,Tidal
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.5600
Subdivision
CROMWELL FARM
Zoning
R-6
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Oversized Gar, 3 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Waterfront home on tidal, navigable Wayne Creek, which connects to the Lafayette and Elizabeth Rivers. Hardwood flooring runs through much of the home, including the bedrooms, spacious formal living room and dining room, currently used as an office. The family room features built-in cabinetry, shelving and a fireplace. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, a center island for added workspace, breakfast bar and a custom pull out pantry—a must-see! Additional improvements include replacement windows throughout, updates to bathrooms, HVAC and LVP flooring in 2022, and water heater in 2020. Outside, enjoy a large backyard, patio, covered patio and separate covered grilling area with power. A detached garage provides additional storage. Convenient to Naval Station Norfolk, NSA Hampton Roads, JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, I-64, Wards Corner shopping and dining, Norfolk Airport and Premium Outlets.

Listing courtesy of Sara Andrews Hartz · The Real Estate Group · REIN MLS #10654645

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

227 Sir Oliver Road is a 1,649-square-foot, three-bedroom home in Norfolk built in 1953, sitting minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Solid mid-century bones, a half-bath addition, and a location that puts daily errands, green space, and base access well within reach.

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See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23505, homes for sale zoned for Granby High School, and homes for sale zoned for Granby Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Norfolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Lakewood Area homes for sale, Norfolk waterfront homes for sale, Norfolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Norfolk.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 227 Sir Oliver Road apart is the combination of size and proximity that is genuinely hard to find in this zip code. At 1,649 square feet with three bedrooms and a half bath beyond the main full bath, the floor plan gives you real room to breathe. Add a seven-minute drive to Naval Station Norfolk and you have a home that solves the commute problem before you even unpack — a strong argument for anyone browsing Norfolk homes for sale near the waterfront corridor.

CROMWELL FARM and the Norfolk real estate market

Sir Oliver Road sits in a quiet residential pocket of Norfolk that carries the easy, unhurried character of mid-century neighborhoods built to last. Streets here are lined with mature trees and owner-occupied homes from the same postwar era, giving the block a cohesion you notice right away. Roland Park Playground is only four-tenths of a mile on foot, and Caton Park is just a half mile beyond that, so the neighborhood genuinely functions as a walkable place to live — not just a talking point. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast, anchored by the world's largest naval station, a revitalized downtown waterfront, and a arts and dining scene that punches well above its size. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk will find that the 23505 zip code offers a practical middle ground: close enough to the base to make daily life simple, far enough from the busiest corridors to feel residential. The city's street grid connects you to the rest of Hampton Roads quickly, and the neighborhood's own scale keeps things human.

What's nearby

Everyday errands are easy from Sir Oliver Road. Angel Food Mart and Harris Teeter are both within a mile for groceries, and a Starbucks Coffee Company is right around the corner when you need a morning stop. For food, the local lineup is varied: T'San Japanese Restaurant, R and C Chicken and Seafood, and Lindy's Famous Hotdogs are all within eight-tenths of a mile. Three parks — Roland Park Playground at 0.4 miles, Caton Park at 0.5 miles, and Lakewood Park at 0.7 miles — give kids and adults plenty of outdoor options without getting in the car.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Seven minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and eight minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — that commute math is hard to argue with. A VA loan can make this 1953 home even more accessible, and the three-bedroom layout handles a growing family without feeling cramped. Families comparing homes for sale in 23505 will notice that this location rarely comes with this much square footage at this proximity to base.

For families upgrading

Three bedrooms, 1,649 square feet, and a half bath beyond the main full bath give an upgrading family the breathing room they've been looking for. Families weighing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School and homes for sale zoned for Granby Elementary School will find that Sir Oliver Road puts them squarely in that attendance zone, with multiple parks and a grocery store all within a mile of the front door.

More buyer questions

How far is 227 Sir Oliver Road from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in this part of the city.

How far is 227 Sir Oliver Road from MARFORCOM Norfolk?

MARFORCOM Norfolk is about eight minutes by car — close enough that a mid-day trip back home is genuinely realistic.

Is 227 Sir Oliver Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.

What parks are near 227 Sir Oliver Road?

Roland Park Playground is 0.4 miles away, Caton Park is 0.5 miles, and Lakewood Park is 0.7 miles — all reachable on foot or with a very short drive.

What is the square footage and layout of 227 Sir Oliver Road?

The home offers 1,649 square feet with three bedrooms and one full bath plus a half bath, built in 1953 on a residential lot in the 23505 zip code.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

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Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,880/mo

Principal & interest

$2,283

Property tax

$470

Home insurance

$128

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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$185,000 – $430,000

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.

835 Fremont ST · 2.5 mi · 1,650 sqft$210,000 sold 2026-02
1815 Tidewater DR · 2.5 mi · 1,666 sqft$285,000 sold 2026-05
823 Lexington ST · 2.5 mi · 1,616 sqft$300,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$439,900

Price / Sq Ft

$267

Annual Taxes

$5,634

Monthly Tax

$470

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.28%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 22, 2026$439,900—
Currently listed—$439,900—

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.

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 227 Sir Oliver Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Granby Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.2/10), Blair Middle (VaHome School Score 3.5/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 227 Sir Oliver 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 227 Sir Oliver Rd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek,Deep Water Access,Navigable,Tidal.
Does 227 Sir Oliver Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 227 Sir Oliver Rd built?+
It was built in 1953, per the listing record.

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227 Sir Oliver Rd, Norfolk, Virginia 23505 · MLS #10654645 · 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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