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2beds
2.1baths
2,000sqft
316days on market

421 W Bute St #203, Norfolk, VA 23510

ActiveResidential · built 1986 · FREEMASON HARBOUR

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Deep Water Access, Dock, River.

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Dock

Dock

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1986

Price / sqft

$267

Condo fee

$1,050/mo

Taxes

$5,267/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10605297

Condo association includes

Boat SlipDockElevatorGated CommunityGround MaintSecuritySewerTrash PickupWater

$1,050/mo condo fee · The Pilot House Condominium · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,000
Stories
2
Flooring
Marble, Wood
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Attic, Foyer
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Other, Slab
Roof
Other
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full
Waterfront
Deep Water Access,Dock,River
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
FREEMASON HARBOUR
Unit / floor
1
Ownership
Condo
Garage
Yes
Parking
Parking Gar, Assigned/Reserved, Lot, Close to Mass Transit
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Miscellaneous
Pet Restrictions
Disclosures
Call for Others, Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement, Historical District, Owner Agent

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

About this home

SAVE $ This home is priced THOUSANDS BELOW NEW CITY ASSESSMENT OF $633,100. Move in ready with immediate possession available. Private gated parking lot with one reserved spot and a secure garage with a second reserved parking space. Historic Freemason Harbour on the Elizabeth River offers cafes, fine dining and cobble stone streets. Pet friendly. Private marina with boat slip. Condo includes elevator, security, ground maint. trash pickup water, sewer.

Listing courtesy of Bill Anderson · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10605297

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 421 W Bute Street #203, a two-bedroom, two-bath condo in the heart of Freemason Harbour. Built in 1986, this 2,000-square-foot home sits steps from the water and minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. Urban living with waterfront access defines Norfolk homes for sale in this walkable neighborhood.

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Why this home stands out

This corner-unit condo puts you at the center of Norfolk's most vibrant waterfront district. You're surrounded by independent restaurants, coffee shops, and grocery stores within a three-block radius. The location cuts your commute to the medical center to just one minute, and a VA loan can make the purchase seamless. Water views, walkability, and proximity to employment are rare together—this address delivers all three.

FREEMASON HARBOUR and the Norfolk real estate market

Freemason Harbour is Norfolk's urban waterfront neighborhood, where brick buildings and tree-lined streets meet the Elizabeth River. The area draws people who want to walk to dinner, grab coffee on the way home, and live near their workplace. You'll find locally-owned shops, galleries, and restaurants within steps of your door. Norfolk itself is Virginia's largest city, a major naval hub with deep history and modern energy. Getting around is easy: downtown is walkable, and homes for sale in 23510 offer quick access to the water and to major employers. The neighborhood feels both established and evolving, with new investment alongside historic character.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Smith Creek Park sits just 0.1 miles away—perfect for a quick walk. Ben White Dog Park and The Pier at Brooke Avenue are both within two blocks. Sirens Subs, Cure Coffeehouse, and The Restaurant at Four Eleven York are all a short walk. Mercato Di Grazia and Macarthur General Store handle groceries in half a mile. For fitness, Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is 0.4 miles away. Everything you need is close.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is one minute away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is two minutes. A VA loan can finance this purchase with no down payment and no PMI. The condo is ready to occupy, so you can settle in fast. Urban living near your duty station saves time and stress.

For buyers drawn to character

This waterfront condo sits in one of Norfolk's most authentic neighborhoods. Freemason Harbour has indie coffee roasters, neighborhood restaurants, and galleries within walking distance. The building itself dates to 1986 and sits on a block with real character. You're buying into a place with history and a thriving community, not a generic development.

More buyer questions

How far is 421 W Bute Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

About one minute by car. The medical center is your closest major employer.

What grocery stores are near this condo?

Mercato Di Grazia and Macarthur General Store are both within half a mile. Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli is 0.7 miles away.

Are there parks nearby for dogs and outdoor time?

Yes. Ben White Dog Park and Smith Creek Park are both within two blocks. The Pier at Brooke Avenue is also close by.

What are homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. like in this area?

This zip code includes properties zoned for both. The Freemason Harbour neighborhood is urban and walkable, with strong access to downtown Norfolk amenities.

Is the neighborhood walkable?

Very. Restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and grocery stores are all within a few blocks. You can handle most daily errands on foot.

Ready to explore this waterfront condo? Contact Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour of 421 W Bute Street #203 today.

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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 AE · base flood elevation 9 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

High Risk

FEMA flood zone

AE (1% annual chance)

Base flood elevation

9 ft above sea level

Property elevation

6.1 ft above sea level

2.9 ft below BFE

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.

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.

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhood

Ghent

Ghent is a historic neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia. It is known for tree-lined streets and early 20th-century home styles. The area has restored Victorian homes, charming cottages, and smaller multi-family homes.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$230

Sold $/sq ft

28d

Days on market

39

For sale now

$83K

HH income

31.7%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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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

$3,360/mo

Principal & interest

$2,766

Property tax

$439

Home insurance

$155

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$1,050

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

Asking vs. assessment

112% of $474,400

City assessment record · taxes $5,267/yr

Land share of assessed value

19% — $87,900

Improvements $386,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$24,000 – $357,000

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.

416 Pendleton ST · 1.4 mi · 2,024 sqft$357,000 sold 2026-03
901 Grayson ST · 1.8 mi · 2,048 sqft$227,600 sold 2026-05
202 Hough AVE · 1.5 mi · 2,242 sqft$275,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$533,000

Price / Sq Ft

$267

Annual Taxes

$5,267

Monthly Tax

$439

Condo fee

$1,050 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.99%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 8, 2025$533,000—
Price reducedMay 27, 2026$533,000−$3,000
Currently listed—$533,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

12% above assessment

Total Assessed

$474,400

Land

$87,900

Improvement

$386,500

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

316 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 421 W Bute St #203 in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Walter Herron Taylor Elementary, Blair Middle (VaHome School Score 3.5/10), Maury (VaHome School Score 3.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 421 W Bute St #203 in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 9 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 421 W Bute St #203?+
Yes — Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is about 0.2 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 421 W Bute St #203?+
Smith Creek is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 421 W Bute St #203?+
Mercato Di Grazia is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Sirens Subs (0.1 mi).
Is 421 W Bute St #203 a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Deep Water Access,Dock,River.
Does 421 W Bute St #203 have a condo association?+
Yes — condo association fees are on record for this unit (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is The Pilot House Condominium. Association amenities on record include: Boat Slip, Dock, Elevator, Gated Community, Ground Maint, Security, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water.
When was 421 W Bute St #203 built?+
It was built in 1986, per the listing record.

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

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421 W Bute St #203, Norfolk, Virginia 23510 · MLS #10605297 · 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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