3 days on market
$489,999
2595 Ruffin Way
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
MLS# 10635277 · VILLA HEIGHTS · Norfolk VA
Updated 4 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,982/mo
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Price / sq ft
$158
3,100 sq ft
Days on market
3
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1910
116 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
3,100
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryLindenwood Elementary School6/10
- MiddleOther Middle School—
- 2/10
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About this home
Beautifully renovated and full of charm, 2595 Ruffin Way delivers modern style, strong curb appeal, and move-in-ready comfort. Featuring a bold refreshed exterior, bright open living spaces, luxury-style flooring, fresh paint, updated fixtures, and a stunning kitchen with dark cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.Enjoy spacious rooms, great natural light, mature trees, and a convenient Norfo…
Listed by Tahjane Dwarica · Blue Chip Realty Corp
VaHome Team property overview
A four-bedroom, 1910-built home in Norfolk with over 3,100 square feet, 2.5 baths, and an address that puts two major military installations within a five-minute drive. Big historic bones, serious square footage, and a walkable block full of everyday conveniences.
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Why this home stands out
Homes this size from this era are genuinely rare in Norfolk. At 3,100 square feet, 2595 Ruffin Way offers room that newer construction at similar price points rarely matches — high ceilings, thick walls, and the kind of layout that lets a household of four actually spread out. Add in the five-minute commute to both Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth, and the location argument writes itself.
VILLA HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market
Ruffin Way sits in a part of Norfolk that feels lived-in in the best possible sense — mature trees, sidewalks with actual foot traffic, and neighbors who wave. The surrounding blocks are a mix of early-twentieth-century homes, small businesses, and green space, giving the area a texture you don't find in newer subdivisions. Granby Street is close enough to walk, which means coffee shops, gyms, and casual dining are genuinely part of daily life rather than a weekend errand. If you've been browsing houses for sale norfolk and keep finding yourself drawn to character over cookie-cutter, this corridor tends to rise to the top. Norfolk itself is a city that rewards people who dig in — a deep arts scene, waterfront parks, a food culture that keeps growing, and a military presence that keeps the economy steady. The 23504 zip code lands you close to the urban core without the noise, and the drive times to Portsmouth installations make it a practical choice as much as an aesthetic one.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from 2595 Ruffin Way. Watergate 5 is just 0.1 miles away for quick grocery runs, and Dollar General and Tees are both within half a mile. The Annex is a two-minute walk for a sit-down meal, while Ziggy's on Granby and Vegan Planet Cafe are both under half a mile. Coffee is well covered — Blaze on Granby, Coalescence Coffee Company, and Caffiend Coffee Co are all within a mile. Todd's Eastside Boxing Club, Mike The Fitness Junkie, and the YMCA on Granby give you real fitness options close to home. Lafayette Dog Park is 0.3 miles out, with Lafayette Park and City Park rounding out the green space within easy walking distance.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are both about five minutes from the front door — a commute that makes a real difference on early-morning duty days. The square footage here gives every family member their own space, and a VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than you might expect. BAH rates in this area tend to align well with what this zip code offers.
For buyers drawn to character
If homes for sale norfolk virginia have been blurring together in your search, 2595 Ruffin Way stands apart. Built in 1910, it carries the details that newer construction simply can't replicate — proportions, ceiling height, and a sense of permanence. Three thousand square feet of century-old bones give you room to restore, personalize, and genuinely own something that won't look like every other house on the block.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 2595 Ruffin Way from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes away by car, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 2595 Ruffin Way from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about five minutes from this address, so service members attached to either Portsmouth installation share a nearly identical commute.
What is the square footage and layout of 2595 Ruffin Way?
The home offers 3,100 square feet with four bedrooms and two and a half baths — an unusually generous footprint for a 1910-era property in this part of Norfolk.
Is 2595 Ruffin Way in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Are there parks and walkable amenities near 2595 Ruffin Way?
Lafayette Dog Park is 0.3 miles away, Lafayette Park and City Park are both within 0.6 miles, and a cluster of coffee shops, gyms, and restaurants along Granby Street are all within easy walking distance.
Want to walk through 2595 Ruffin Way or talk through what a home this size could look like for your household? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
2595 Ruffin WAY, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
3,100
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$489,999
Price / Sq Ft
$158
Annual Taxes
$3,562
Monthly Tax
$297
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.73%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 16, 2026 | $489,999 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $489,999 | — |
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About buying in Norfolk
Norfolk offers some of the most diverse housing options in Hampton Roads — historic Ghent townhomes, Larchmont craftsmen, modern downtown condos, and bungalow neighborhoods in Park Place and Colonial Place. As home to Naval Station Norfolk (the largest naval complex in the world) and the headquarters of NATO Allied Command Transformation, the city has consistent demand from active-duty military, DoD civilians, and contractors, making it especially friendly to VA loan buyers.
Military Commute
Drive times to nearest basesDrive 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.
Estimate your monthly payment
$2,982/moPrincipal & interest
$2,542
Property tax
$297
Home insurance
$143
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Blue Chip Realty Corp · MLS# 10635277
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$489,999
2595 Ruffin WAY, NORFOLK VA 23504
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
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