Skip to main content
NorfolkLAFAYETTE RES PARK3018 Lorraine Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10625743 · record updated Jun 12, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
3018 Lorraine AVE, NORFOLK VA 23509 - Main photo
$325,000
$190 / sqft · est. $2,115/mo →
5beds
2baths
1,709sqft
55days on market

3018 Lorraine Ave, Norfolk, VA 23509

SoldResidential · built 1920 · LAFAYETTE RES PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Discover your perfect retreat in the heart of Norfolk, VA! This fully renovated move in ready house comes with two large sized bedrooms downstairs with a double sink bathroom. It also has a large basement and a backyard driveway! The HVAC, flooring, paint, water heater, and appliances are all new. Great location being only minutes away from the Norfolk Zoo and Downtown Norfolk. Additionally, its location makes it easy access to the highway. Don't miss your chance to own this beautifully updated haven, schedule your visit today!

Listing courtesy of Matthew Helou · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10625743

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 3018 Lorraine Ave — a five-bedroom, 1920s-era home on a 0.15-acre lot in Norfolk's Lafayette Res Park neighborhood. With 1,709 square feet, two full baths, and a location minutes from two military installations, this address packs a lot of house into a historic, walkable block.

Read the full overview ↓

Why this home stands out

Five bedrooms in a 1920-built home is genuinely rare at this square footage — the floor plan reflects an era when builders prioritized rooms over open-concept sprawl. Lafayette Res Park carries that same character: tree-lined streets, brick and frame homes with real architectural age, and a tight-knit block feel that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. Add a 6-minute drive to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and you have a combination that's hard to find.

LAFAYETTE RES PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

Lafayette Res Park sits in the eastern corridor of Norfolk, Virginia — one of the city's older residential pockets where early-20th-century homes line streets that have seen generations of families come and go. The neighborhood has a grounded, unpretentious character: front porches, mature trees, and neighbors who actually know each other. If you're looking to buy house norfolk without sacrificing proximity to everything the city offers, this part of town delivers. Norfolk itself is a working waterfront city with a dense military presence, a growing arts and dining scene in the Ghent and Granby corridors, and easy access to the broader Hampton Roads metro via I-264 and Hampton Boulevard. Lafayette Res Park specifically benefits from its central position — you're close to the Lafayette River greenway, a short hop to downtown Norfolk, and well within reach of the Portsmouth waterfront across the Elizabeth River. It's the kind of neighborhood that rewards people who appreciate history, walkability, and genuine community over manicured sameness.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from Lorraine Ave. Tony's Deli and Diner and K & D Soul Food are both just 0.2 miles away — real neighborhood spots for a quick meal without a commute. Our Peoples Soulful Seafood is another 0.1 miles out if you're in the mood for something fresh. Lafayette Dog Park is a 0.3-mile walk, and Shoop Park is right behind it at 0.4 miles. For fitness, Todd's Eastside Boxing Club, Chesapeake Athletic Club, and Mike The Fitness Junkie are all within 0.8 miles of the front door. Grocery runs are covered by Dollar General at 0.4 miles, Provision Pros Inc at 0.6 miles, and Watergate 5 at 0.7 miles.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a 6-minute drive from 3018 Lorraine Ave, and USCG Base Portsmouth is equally close. That kind of commute matters when duty schedules are unpredictable. A VA loan can make this five-bedroom home accessible with no down payment, and BAH rates in the Norfolk area are structured to support exactly this price range. Five bedrooms also means space for a home office or a dedicated room for remote schooling.

For families upgrading

Five bedrooms in a historic Norfolk neighborhood at 1,709 square feet means every family member gets their own space — and then some. Lafayette Res Park's walkable layout, the proximity of Lafayette Dog Park and Shoop Park, and the cluster of local restaurants within a quarter mile make this a genuinely livable address for a growing household. The 1920 build date gives the home character that newer construction in norfolk va real estate rarely offers.

More buyer questions

How far is 3018 Lorraine Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 6 minutes by car from 3018 Lorraine Ave, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area.

How far is 3018 Lorraine Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is also about 6 minutes from this address, and both bases are accessible via the same general route toward the Portsmouth waterfront.

What is the lot size and property type at 3018 Lorraine Ave?

The property sits on a 0.15-acre lot and is classified as a single-family residential home, built in 1920 with 1,709 square feet across five bedrooms and two full baths.

Is 3018 Lorraine Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant insurance considerations.

What parks are near 3018 Lorraine Ave?

Lafayette Dog Park is 0.3 miles away and Shoop Park is 0.4 miles out, both walkable from the front door and well-suited for families or pet owners.

Want to walk through 3018 Lorraine Ave or get a feel for Lafayette Res Park in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's set something up.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1920

Price / sqft

$190

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,001/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10625743

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,709
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Porch
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial, Craftsman
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Decorative,Full
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1500
Subdivision
LAFAYETTE RES PARK
Zoning
RESID
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

In the Lakewood Area neighborhood of Norfolk. browse Norfolk listings

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$2,115/mo

Principal & interest

$1,686

Property tax

$333

Home insurance

$95

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

120% of $270,200

City assessment record · taxes $4,001/yr

Land share of assessed value

41% — $109,500

Improvements $160,700 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$230,000$399,999

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.

824 Marshall AVE · 1.8 mi · 1,584 sqft$310,000 sold 2026-02
2811 Kimball TER · 2.4 mi · 1,720 sqft$310,000 sold 2026-07
733 FILER ST · 2.2 mi · 1,616 sqft$327,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$325,000

Price / Sq Ft

$190

Annual Taxes

$4,001

Monthly Tax

$333

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.23%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 18, 2026$325,000
Price reducedJun 12, 2026$325,000−$28,000
SoldJun 10, 2026$325,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

20% above assessment

Total Assessed

$270,200

Land

$109,500

Improvement

$160,700

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

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3018 Lorraine Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Norview Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Norview Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Maury (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3018 Lorraine Ave 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 there a gym near 3018 Lorraine Ave?+
Yes — Todd's Eastside Boxing Club is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 3018 Lorraine Ave?+
Lafayette Dog Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 3018 Lorraine Ave?+
Dollar General is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Tony’s deli and diner (0.2 mi).
Does 3018 Lorraine Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3018 Lorraine Ave built?+
It was built in 1920, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

✓ Your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya — never sold to strangers

Listing courtesy of Matthew Helou · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10625743

Call or text (757) 777-7577

Ask Dariya — instant answers

Schools, flood, drive times, what it really costs to own — answered from this page's data, by chat or voice.

This home has sold

Curious what it means for your own plans? Ask about similar homes nearby, or what your home might sell for in this market.

This one's sold — the next one doesn't have to be.

3018 Lorraine Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23509 · MLS #10625743 · 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.