Experience luxury living in the heart of Norfolk's prestigious Historic Freemason District. This rarely available, stately corner townhome blends timeless architecture with modern convenience and best of all, "no HOA fees". Designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort, the home features soaring 10-foot ceilings, an open, light-filled floor plan, rich oak hardwood floors, extensive crown molding, granite countertops, marble accents, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. Rare amenities include a private hydraulic elevator, oversized 2-car attached garage, screened porch, and private balcony. The first level offers a spacious bedroom with a full bath, fireplace, and separate entrance, making it ideal for guests, a private office, or multigenerational living. Every level of this home has been thoughtfully designed to maximize space, functionality, and sophistication, creating an exceptional opportunity to own one of Freemason's most desirable residences.
Listing courtesy of Melissa Gates · The Bryant Group · REIN MLS #10641882
Meet 251 W Freemason Street—a five-bedroom, four-bath home built in 2003 with 3,337 square feet of living space. You're in the heart of downtown Norfolk, steps from restaurants, cafés, and shops. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is just two minutes away.
This home sits on one of Norfolk's most vibrant blocks. Walking distance to The Vhault, Chichos, and Bonchon Norfolk means dinner is never far. You've got Reading Garden and College Plaza nearby for outdoor time. The layout gives you five bedrooms and four full baths—plenty of room to spread out. Built in 2003, the home blends modern systems with established neighborhood character.
DOWNTOWN AREA and the Norfolk real estate market
Downtown Norfolk pulses with energy. W Freemason Street is lined with independent groceries like Macarthur General Store and Mercato Di Grazia, plus fitness studios and cafés within a block. The streetscape mixes historic buildings with newer construction, creating a walkable, lived-in feel. You're in the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23510. Norfolk itself is a major naval hub with Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth both minutes away. Getting around is straightforward—the city's grid layout keeps you oriented, and major routes connect you to the rest of Hampton Roads quickly.
What's nearby
Three groceries sit within two blocks: Macarthur General Store, Mercato Di Grazia, and Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli. Restaurants and cafés are steps away—The Vhault, Chichos, Bonchon Norfolk, The Campus Café, aLatte Cafe, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe all on or near your street. Fitness options include Gym Downtown, Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios, and Furry Friends Yoga. Reading Garden is directly across the street; College Plaza and Granby Street Public Parklet are a short walk.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is two minutes away; USCG Base Portsmouth is equally close. VA loan financing is common in this zip code. The home's five bedrooms and four baths offer flexibility for different household needs. Downtown location means short commutes and walkable daily errands.
Room to grow
Five bedrooms give each person their own space or room to grow. Four full baths reduce morning bottlenecks. The 3,337-square-foot layout spreads comfortably across the home. Storage and a solid 2003 build mean you're moving into a home ready to live in, not a fixer-upper.
More buyer questions
How far is 251 W Freemason Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
About two minutes by car. It's one of the closest residential addresses to the base in Norfolk.
What's the neighborhood like for walking around?
Very walkable. Groceries, cafés, restaurants, and parks are all within one or two blocks. You can handle daily errands on foot.
Are there schools nearby if you're comparing homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep.?
Yes, both are in the area. Check the Schools tile on this page for current zone assignments and school details.
What year was the home built, and what's the condition?
Built in 2003, the home has modern systems and a solid foundation. It's ready to move into without major updates.
Is there parking or garage space?
The property details are on this page. Contact the listing agent for specifics on parking and garage access.
Ready to explore 251 W Freemason Street and other Norfolk homes for sale? Reach out to Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty today.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
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.
How Far Is?
Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.
Also nearby
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NMCP
Navy
12min·3.6mi
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
8min·2.2mi
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NNSY
Navy
10min·3.3mi
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NS Norfolk
Navy
20min·8.1mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
23min·9.9mi
Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.
Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104
High Risk
FEMA flood zone
AE (1% annual chance)
Base flood elevation
8 ft above sea level
Property elevation
7.2 ft above sea level
0.8 ft below BFE
USGS 3DEP digital elevation model
Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.
Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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.
Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance. Factor it into the monthly numbers below.
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
$5,439/mo
Principal & interest
$4,255
Property tax
$945
Home insurance
$239
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 & historyComparables
Asking vs. assessment89% of $921,900City assessment record · taxes $11,339/yr
Land share of assessed value31% · $290,000Improvements $631,900 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$740,000 – $1,025,000The 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.
316 College PL · 0.1 mi · 3,309 sqft$751,600 sold 2026-06
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
11% below assessment
Total Assessed
$921,900
Land
$290,000
Improvement
$631,900
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:
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.
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Price
Beds
Baths
Sqft
$ / sqft
251 W Freemason Stthis home
$820,000
5
4.1
3,337
$246
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Questions buyers ask
Is 251 W Freemason St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Walter Herron Taylor Elementary, 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 251 W Freemason St in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 251 W Freemason St?
Yes — Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is about 0.1 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 251 W Freemason St?
Mermaid @ Bute St (Courtney) is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 251 W Freemason St?
Macarthur General Store is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Freemason Abbey Restaurant (0.1 mi).
Does 251 W Freemason St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 251 W Freemason St built?
It was built in 2003, per the listing record.
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Listing courtesy of Melissa Gates · The Bryant Group · REIN MLS #10641882
251 W Freemason St, Norfolk, Virginia 23510 · MLS #10641882 · 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.
