100 days on market
$299,900
2817 Kimball Ter
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
MLS# 10617968 · CHESTERFIELD HEIGHTS · Norfolk VA
Updated May 9, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,848/mo
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Price / sq ft
$217
1,380 sq ft
Days on market
100
HOA
None
Year built
1923
103 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,380
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryChesterfield Academy3/10
- MiddleRuffner Middle School2/10
- 2/10
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About this home
New kitchen cabinets and countertops. New roof, flooring, windows, and vinyl siding. The basement is a clean slate and can be used for storage or additional square footage (approx. 500 additional square feet).
Listed by Alan Powers · Creative Realty LLC
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 2817 Kimball Terrace — a 1923 single-family home in Norfolk's Chesterfield Heights neighborhood offering 3 bedrooms, 1.1 baths, and 1,380 square feet on a compact lot, all just minutes from two major military installations.
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Why this home stands out
Built in 1923, this Chesterfield Heights home carries the kind of architectural character that newer construction simply can't replicate — think classic proportions and a century of solid bones. Add in a location that puts USCG Base Portsmouth four minutes away and Norfolk Naval Shipyard five minutes out, and you have a combination of historic charm and practical convenience that's genuinely hard to find in this price range of Hampton Roads.
CHESTERFIELD HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market
Chesterfield Heights is one of Norfolk's established residential pockets — a grid of tree-lined streets where early-20th-century homes sit on modest lots and neighbors actually know each other's names. The area has a grounded, unpretentious feel: not a flashy new development, but a real community with decades of history baked in. If you've ever searched 'norfolk va in what county' and landed here, the answer is that Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia, meaning it operates outside any county jurisdiction entirely — a detail that matters for taxes, services, and local governance. The broader Norfolk fabric here blends walkable blocks with quick access to major corridors, making daily errands genuinely manageable without a long drive. Chesterfield Heights sits in the southern reaches of Norfolk, close to the Elizabeth River and the working waterfront that defines so much of this city's identity. It's a neighborhood that rewards buyers who appreciate authenticity over polish.
What's nearby
Day-to-day convenience is well covered from Kimball Terrace. Chesterfield Heights Park is just 0.3 miles away — an easy walk for morning routines or an afternoon outside. When hunger hits, SA&H Philly Steak and Hoagie (The Truck) and Chick-fil-A are both about 0.6 miles out, with Tropical Smoothie Cafe right alongside them for a quick pick-me-up. Broad Creek Park and the Broad Creek Neighborhood Spot round out the green space options at 0.9 miles. A BP station handles quick grocery runs at 0.8 miles, and a 7-Eleven sits just slightly beyond that for late-night needs.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
With USCG Base Portsmouth just four minutes away and Norfolk Naval Shipyard five minutes out, 2817 Kimball Terrace is about as close to two installations as you can get in this part of Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make a home like this especially accessible, and BAH rates in the Norfolk area are structured with neighborhoods like Chesterfield Heights in mind. Short commutes mean more time at home.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes with a real story, a 1923 build in Chesterfield Heights delivers exactly that. The proportions, the details, the way the neighborhood itself has aged — none of it feels manufactured. Buyers who've grown tired of identical floor plans and vinyl everything tend to find that older Norfolk neighborhoods offer something the new subdivisions simply don't: a sense of place that took a hundred years to develop.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 2817 Kimball Terrace from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately 4 minutes by car from 2817 Kimball Terrace, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 2817 Kimball Terrace from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 5 minutes away by car — a genuinely short commute that's hard to beat for active-duty personnel and civilian employees alike.
What county is 2817 Kimball Terrace in?
Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia and is not part of any county — it operates as its own jurisdiction, which affects everything from property taxes to local services.
Is 2817 Kimball Terrace in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate designation.
What parks are near 2817 Kimball Terrace?
Chesterfield Heights Park is just 0.3 miles away, and both Broad Creek Park and the Broad Creek Neighborhood Spot are within 0.9 miles — solid options for outdoor time close to home.
Curious whether 2817 Kimball Terrace fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Chesterfield Heights well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,380
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Elec Range
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$299,900
Price / Sq Ft
$217
Annual Taxes
$2,455
Monthly Tax
$205
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.82%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jan 30, 2026 | $299,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $299,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$199,600
Land
$45,600
Improvement
$154,000
Parcel ID: 1437939885 · View on city GIS portal
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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
$1,848/moPrincipal & interest
$1,556
Property tax
$205
Home insurance
$87
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 Creative Realty LLC · MLS# 10617968
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$299,900
2817 Kimball TER, NORFOLK VA 23504
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
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