10 days on market
$549,900
4119 Columbus Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
MLS# 10636028 · RIVERVIEW · Norfolk VA
Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,485/mo
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Price / sq ft
$162
3,386 sq ft
Days on market
10
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1917
109 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
3,386
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryGranby Elementary School5/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
Classic American Foursquare situated on a sprawling 0.40-acre lot in Norfolk's historic Riverview neighborhood. Built in 1917, this spacious home offers charm, character, and opportunity with hardwood floors, granite countertops, 3 fireplaces, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. The primary suite includes an ensuite bath and oversized dressing area with potential to create an additional bedroom. Finished walk-…
Listed by Ashley Link · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
A century-old, four-bedroom home in Norfolk with over 3,300 square feet, two and a half baths, and a location that puts you six minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and steps from some of the city's most interesting dining and green space.
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Why this home stands out
Built in 1917, 4119 Columbus Ave carries the kind of scale and architectural character that newer construction rarely delivers — more than 3,300 square feet spread across four bedrooms and two and a half baths. Homes of this era in Norfolk often feature generous room proportions, original detailing, and a solidity that modern builds simply don't replicate. This is a property where history and livable square footage meet in a genuinely walkable urban neighborhood.
RIVERVIEW and the Norfolk real estate market
Columbus Avenue sits in one of Norfolk's most eclectic and walkable inner-city corridors, where early-twentieth-century residential architecture lines streets that connect quickly to Granby Street and the broader urban fabric of the city. The surrounding blocks have a lived-in, established feel — mature trees, mixed housing stock, and neighbors who tend to stay. For anyone browsing houses for sale norfolk virginia, this stretch of the city offers something harder to find: real neighborhood density, independent businesses within walking distance, and a genuine sense of place rather than a planned subdivision. Norfolk itself is a mid-sized coastal city with a strong military presence, a growing arts and food scene, and direct access to the broader Hampton Roads metro. The 23504 zip code puts you close to the Lafayette River, Colonial Place, and the Ghent arts district — all within a short drive or bike ride.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from Columbus Ave. Leila International Cuisine is right at your doorstep, and Pittie Dog Grill and blanca Food+Wine are both within a two-minute walk for casual dinners or weekend meals. Grocery runs are covered by NuLand Hot Stuff Company, Westside Produce and Provisions, and The Ten Top Market — all under a mile away. The Colonial Place Dog Park and Colonial Place Greenway are a short 0.3-mile walk, and the Granby Street Bridge Fishing Pier is equally close. The YMCA on Granby and GUD Yoga round out fitness options nearby, with tennis courts at Lafayette Park just three-tenths of a mile out.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is six minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is seven — making 4119 Columbus Ave one of the more practical addresses in Norfolk for service members assigned to either installation. The VA loan is a natural fit for a home of this size and age, and the four-bedroom layout gives growing military families the room they actually need without compromise.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 3,386 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out — separate spaces for work, play, and guests rather than the tight floor plans that come with smaller homes. The Colonial Place Dog Park and Colonial Place Greenway are a short walk away, and the surrounding neighborhood has the kind of established, tree-lined character that families tend to put down roots in.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes built in 1917 don't come along every day, and when they do, they rarely offer this much space. At 3,386 square feet, 4119 Columbus Ave has the proportions and period bones that norfolk va homes of later decades simply can't match — high ceilings, substantial room sizes, and a street presence that reflects a time when craftsmanship was the baseline. If architectural character matters to you, this address deserves a close look.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 4119 Columbus Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes away by car, making this one of the closer residential options in Norfolk for personnel assigned there. USCG Base Portsmouth is similarly close at about seven minutes.
What is the square footage of 4119 Columbus Ave?
The home offers 3,386 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and two and a half baths, which is notably generous for a property of this era and location.
Is 4119 Columbus Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA map data specific to this parcel.
What parks and green spaces are near 4119 Columbus Ave?
Colonial Place Dog Park, Colonial Place Greenway, and the Granby Street Bridge Fishing Pier are all within 0.3 miles, and the tennis courts at Lafayette Park are equally close — making outdoor time very accessible from this address.
How old is the house at 4119 Columbus Ave?
The home was built in 1917, giving it over a century of history and the architectural character — room scale, period detailing, and structural solidity — that comes with early-twentieth-century construction.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well. Reach out to get a full picture of what 4119 Columbus Ave looks like in person and what ownership here means for your situation.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
3,386
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$549,900
Price / Sq Ft
$162
Annual Taxes
$5,658
Monthly Tax
$472
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.03%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 4, 2026 | $549,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $549,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched Jun 3, 2026.
Total Assessed
$548,300
Land
$144,000
Improvement
$404,300
Parcel ID: 1438199192
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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
$3,485/moPrincipal & interest
$2,853
Property tax
$472
Home insurance
$160
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 BHHS RW Towne Realty · MLS# 10636028
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$549,900
4119 Columbus AVE, NORFOLK VA 23504
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
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