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2beds
1baths
898sqft
2days on market

3125 Dunkirk Ave, Norfolk, VA 23509

New ListingResidential · built 1920 · LAFAYETTE ANNEX

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1920

Price / sqft

$258

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,486/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10656237

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
898
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Porch, Utility Closet, 1st Floor Primary BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1500
Subdivision
LAFAYETTE ANNEX
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Multi Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Seller to contribute 3% toward buyer's closing costs with a full price offer! Welcome to this charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow in Norfolk, Virginia! Freshly updated, this home features fresh interior paint, new carpet and flooring, updated ceiling fans and light fixtures, and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The fenced backyard features a new deck, fire pit, and gazebo, offering plenty of space for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. An additional 25 x 100 lot is included, providing even more yard space for gardening, recreation, or future possibilities. The freshly mulched exterior adds curb appeal, while the driveway accommodates multiple vehicles. A detached garage and storage shed offer additional storage or potential for a workshop, hobby space, man cave, or she shed. Enjoy the combination of updated interior features, generous outdoor space, and off street parking in this Norfolk bungalow. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing courtesy of Deanna Jones · Own Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10656237

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

3125 Dunkirk Ave is a 1920-built, two-bedroom home in Norfolk, Virginia, sitting at 898 square feet on a walkable city block. Daily errands and dining are steps away. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about six minutes out. It's a compact, century-old home with genuine character.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23509, homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep., and homes for sale zoned for Lindenwood 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

Homes built in 1920 carry details you simply can't replicate today. This one has had over a hundred years to settle into its block, and it shows in the bones. At 898 square feet, the layout is efficient and easy to maintain. Two bedrooms and a full bath keep things simple. The location does a lot of the heavy lifting — groceries, parks, and two military installations are all within a short drive.

LAFAYETTE ANNEX and the Norfolk real estate market

Dunkirk Ave sits in a residential pocket of Norfolk that dates back to the early twentieth century. The streets here are lined with modest homes from that same era, giving the area a consistent, lived-in feel. Sidewalks connect the blocks, and neighbors tend to know each other by name. The 23509 zip code covers a broad swath of mid-Norfolk, and anyone browsing homes for sale in 23509 will notice how close this corridor sits to major employment hubs. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast. The waterfront, downtown arts district, and Ghent neighborhood are all within a short drive. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 264 and Hampton Boulevard both feed into the broader Hampton Roads network. Public transit runs through the area as well. Norfolk homes for sale at this price point and vintage are increasingly rare, which makes Dunkirk Ave worth a close look.

What's nearby

K & D Soul Food and Tony's Deli and Diner are both 0.2 miles away — walkable lunch options on any given day. Chen's Kitchen Chinese Restaurant is 0.4 miles out for evenings when you want something different. Food Lion at 0.4 miles handles the weekly grocery run without a long drive. Chesapeake Athletic Club is also 0.4 miles away for workouts. Shoop Park is 0.6 miles out, and Lafayette Dog Park is 0.8 miles away for anyone with a dog. Lakewood Park rounds out the green space options at 0.8 miles.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about six minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly seven. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Norfolk, and the home's straightforward layout means fewer surprises during underwriting inspections. Homes for sale in Norfolk at this distance from two installations don't stay quiet for long, so the commute math here is genuinely hard to beat.

For first-time buyers

A two-bedroom, one-bath home at 898 square feet is one of the most manageable entry points into homeownership. Maintenance is proportional to the size, and the walkable location means you're not dependent on a car for every errand. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Norfolk at this scale will find that Dunkirk Ave offers a real city address without an overwhelming footprint.

For buyers drawn to character

A home built in 1920 has a story. The proportions, the trim details, and the way the rooms connect reflect a building tradition that predates modern tract construction by decades. If you're drawn to homes for sale in Norfolk that carry that kind of history, 3125 Dunkirk Ave is worth your time. Century-old homes in walkable neighborhoods are genuinely hard to find at any price.

More buyer questions

How far is 3125 Dunkirk Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about six minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly seven minutes in the same direction.

What is the square footage of 3125 Dunkirk Ave?

The home is 898 square feet. It has two bedrooms and one full bath.

Is 3125 Dunkirk Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

What schools are zoned for 3125 Dunkirk Ave?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Lindenwood Elementary School or homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. will want to verify current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Where are the nearest parks to 3125 Dunkirk Ave?

Shoop Park is 0.6 miles away, and both Lafayette Dog Park and Lakewood Park are about 0.8 miles out.

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

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Norfolk$195K – $270K2+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

11.3 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

In the Lakewood Area neighborhood of Norfolk. Norfolk houses for sale →

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

$1,476/mo

Principal & interest

$1,201

Property tax

$207

Home insurance

$68

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

Judge value on real ground

Price context — similar nearby homes

$140,000 – $270,000

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.

2315 Myrtle AVE · 1.8 mi · 864 sqft$140,000 sold 2026-09
2850 E Princess Anne RD · 1.4 mi · 1,049 sqft$239,100 sold 2026-09
443 St. Pauls BLVD #1E · 2.2 mi · 869 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$231,500

Price / Sq Ft

$258

Annual Taxes

$2,486

Monthly Tax

$207

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.07%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 2, 2026$231,500—
Currently listed—$231,500—

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.

Market tempo

2 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 3125 Dunkirk Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Lindenwood Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.9/10), Azalea Gardens Middle, Maury (VaHome School Score 3.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3125 Dunkirk 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 3125 Dunkirk Ave?+
Yes — Chesapeake Athletic Club is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 3125 Dunkirk Ave?+
Shoop Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 3125 Dunkirk Ave?+
Provision Pros Inc is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is K & D Soul Food (0.1 mi).
Does 3125 Dunkirk Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3125 Dunkirk 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

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3125 Dunkirk Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23509 · MLS #10656237 · 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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