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$305,000
$236 / sqft · est. $1,929/mo →
4beds
2baths
1,292sqft
9days on market

3529 Thurston St, Norfolk, VA 23513

ActiveResidential · built 1953 · NORVELLA HEIGHTS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This amazing 4 bedroom ranch is completely move in ready! Drop your furniture and you are home! This house sits on a corner lot in Norvella Heights! The kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances including a hooded gas range. Hardwood floors throughout. Dedicated dining area with huge den on back of house. Washer and dryer included. Don't wait to come see this charming home!

Listing courtesy of Sean Roberson · Broadsight Realty · REIN MLS #10638323

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 3529 Thurston Street — a four-bedroom, two-bath home in Norfolk's Norvella Heights neighborhood. Built in 1953 and spanning 1,292 square feet, it puts you minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and a walkable cluster of everyday conveniences right outside your door.

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Why this home stands out

What sets this address apart is the combination of a true four-bedroom layout in a compact, manageable footprint and a location that quietly over-delivers on access. You're eight minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, eleven from USCG Base Portsmouth, and within a short stroll of groceries, coffee, and a neighborhood park — all in a mid-century Norvella Heights block that has held its character for decades.

NORVELLA HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market

Norvella Heights sits in the eastern corridor of Norfolk, a city that continues to draw buyers who want genuine urban energy without the price tag of coastal resort towns. The neighborhood is a grid of post-war bungalows and ranches, most built in the 1940s and 1950s, giving the streets a consistent, grounded feel. Lots are modest, neighbors tend to know each other, and the pace is residential without feeling sleepy. If you're trying to buy a house in Norfolk and want a neighborhood that's already established rather than still figuring itself out, Norvella Heights checks that box. Norfolk itself sits in the independent city jurisdiction — meaning it operates outside any county structure — which matters for understanding tax bills and services. The broader area is woven into the Hampton Roads metro, giving you quick access to the water, the bases, and the region's growing dining and arts scene while keeping your daily commute short.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy from Thurston Street. Within two-tenths of a mile you'll find Nikkos Tindahan Oriental Store and Pulperia Latina for specialty grocery runs, plus a Royal Farms for quick grab-and-go needs. Morning coffee is a non-issue — Dunkin' and Royal Farms are both within walking distance, with a 7-Eleven another block out. Mona Lisa's Restaurant & Bar is right there when you want a sit-down meal close to home. When you need to stretch your legs, Five Points Neighborhood Spot and Azalea Acres Neighborhood Park are both under a mile away and give the neighborhood a genuine green anchor.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and eleven to USCG Base Portsmouth makes 3529 Thurston Street a practical choice for active-duty households. A VA loan can make the financing side straightforward, and BAH rates in the Norfolk area are structured to support homeownership here. Four bedrooms gives you room to grow or host family during PCS transitions without feeling cramped.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a four-bedroom, two-bath house at 1,292 square feet in an established Norfolk neighborhood is a solid foundation. Norvella Heights is the kind of place where the bones of the community are already in place — walkable errands, nearby parks, and a straightforward grid layout that makes the neighborhood easy to navigate and easy to love.

More buyer questions

How far is 3529 Thurston Street from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive is roughly eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base options for service members stationed there.

What county is Norfolk, VA in?

Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia, meaning it is not part of any county — it operates as its own separate jurisdiction with its own city government, school system, and tax structure.

What is the neighborhood like around Thurston Street?

Norvella Heights is a mid-century residential neighborhood with a consistent block pattern, modest lots, and a community feel that comes from decades of established owner-occupancy. It's quiet but not remote, with walkable conveniences close by.

Is 3529 Thurston Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any insurance implications.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 3529 Thurston Street have?

The home has four bedrooms and two full bathrooms across 1,292 square feet, all within a single-family residential structure built in 1953.

Want to walk through 3529 Thurston Street or talk through what this neighborhood means for your move? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help you take the next step.

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

1953

Price / sqft

$236

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,093/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10638323

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,292
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Privacy
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
NORVELLA HEIGHTS
Zoning
R-7
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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 C

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

In the Norview & Town Point neighborhood of Norfolk. Norfolk homes 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

$1,929/mo

Principal & interest

$1,583

Property tax

$258

Home insurance

$89

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

121% of $251,500

City assessment record · taxes $3,093/yr

Land share of assessed value

26% — $65,300

Improvements $186,200 · 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

$257,000 – $320,000

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.

2301 Birch ST · 1.7 mi · 1,300 sqft$274,900 sold 2026-03
2702 Keller AVE · 2.2 mi · 1,292 sqft$257,000 sold 2026-03
1515 Rush ST · 1.9 mi · 1,211 sqft$290,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$305,000

Price / Sq Ft

$236

Annual Taxes

$3,093

Monthly Tax

$258

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.01%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 5, 2026$305,000—
Price reducedJun 14, 2026$305,000−$5,000
Currently listed—$305,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

21% above assessment

Total Assessed

$251,500

Land

$65,300

Improvement

$186,200

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

9 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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3529 Thurston St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Tanners Creek Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Northside Middle School (GreatSchools 3/10), Norview (GreatSchools 4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3529 Thurston St 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.
Are there parks near 3529 Thurston St?+
Five Points Neighborhood Spot is about 0.7 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 3529 Thurston St?+
Nikkos Tindahan Oriental Store is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Dunkin' (0.2 mi).
Does 3529 Thurston St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3529 Thurston St built?+
It was built in 1953, 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

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Listing courtesy of Sean Roberson · Broadsight Realty · REIN MLS #10638323

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3529 Thurston St, Norfolk, Virginia 23513 · MLS #10638323 · 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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