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$595,000
$172 / sqft · est. $3,824/mo →
4beds
3.1baths
3,468sqft
22days on market

422 New York Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508

Under ContractResidential · built 1923 · COLONIAL PLACE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in sought-after Colonial Place! Fully rehabbed in 2017, this home blends historic charm with modern convenience, featuring original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, transom windows, original hardware, and a spacious front porch. Updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sunny breakfast area, and large walk-in pantry. The primary suite offers a fireplace, updated en-suite bath, and a bright bonus room ideal for an office, nursery, or sitting room. Finished basement and third floor, both with HVAC, provide flexible living space. Enjoy a fully fenced backyard with a large deck and storage shed. Just moments from the scenic Elizabeth River walking trail, local restaurants, shopping, military bases, and downtown Norfolk. **No flood insurance required.

Listing courtesy of Mary Rice · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10639582

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A century-old, four-bedroom home in Norfolk with more than 3,400 square feet, three and a half baths, and a location that puts Naval Medical Center Portsmouth just six minutes from your front door. Big square footage, deep character, and a city address that works hard for you.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1923 rarely come with this kind of space. At 3,468 square feet, 422 New York Avenue gives you room that newer construction in this price bracket simply can't match — four bedrooms, three and a half baths, and the kind of architectural bones that took decades to develop. The proportions feel generous, the ceilings tell a story, and the layout has enough flexibility to grow with whatever life throws at you.

COLONIAL PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market

New York Avenue sits inside one of Norfolk's most walkable and historically layered urban neighborhoods, just a short distance from the Ghent district and the broader Midtown corridor. The streets here are lined with early-twentieth-century homes that have aged with real dignity, and the sidewalk culture is genuinely alive — neighbors walk dogs, kids ride bikes, and corner stores still exist. Norfolk as a city punches well above its weight: a working waterfront, a serious arts scene anchored by the Chrysler Museum, and a medical and university presence that keeps the population young and engaged. If you've been searching for sale norfolk properties with genuine square footage and pre-war character inside the city limits, this stretch of New York Avenue is exactly the kind of address worth knowing. The surrounding blocks feel residential and grounded without being sleepy, and the proximity to both downtown Norfolk and the Portsmouth waterfront gives everyday life a lot of texture.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 422 New York Avenue. Ghent's coffee shops, independent restaurants, and the Naro Expanded Cinema are within a short drive or a comfortable bike ride. Norfolk Botanical Garden is roughly ten minutes east for weekend walks. The YMCA on Redgate Avenue is close for workouts, and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital anchors the medical corridor nearby. Grocery runs are straightforward with options along Colley Avenue and 21st Street. For waterfront time, Town Point Park and the Downtown Norfolk riverfront are both reachable in under fifteen minutes.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is six minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is just seven — making 422 New York Avenue one of the more strategically located addresses in Hampton Roads for dual-base households. A VA loan can make a home of this size and age more accessible than you might expect, and the square footage means you're not making compromises on space when the next PCS order arrives.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms and 3,468 square feet give a growing family genuine breathing room — separate spaces for work, play, homework, and guests without anyone feeling crowded. The 1923 construction means the rooms are proportioned the way older homes do it best: wide, tall, and full of natural light. If your current home has started to feel tight, this is the kind of upgrade that actually solves the problem.

More buyer questions

How far is 422 New York Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes by car from 422 New York Avenue, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the area. The route is straightforward with no highway driving required.

What architectural style is 422 New York Avenue?

The home was built in 1923, placing it firmly in the early-twentieth-century residential tradition common to Norfolk's urban neighborhoods — characterized by generous room proportions, detailed millwork, and a street presence that newer construction rarely replicates.

Is 422 New York Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.

How walkable is New York Avenue in Norfolk?

The neighborhood scores well for urban walkability — Ghent's commercial corridor, several parks, and everyday services are all reachable on foot or by short bike ride. It's one of the more pedestrian-friendly pockets inside Norfolk city limits.

Does 422 New York Avenue have an HOA?

This property is not part of a homeowners association, so there are no HOA rules or dues to factor into your planning.

Want to walk through 422 New York Avenue 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

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1923

Price / sqft

$172

HOA

None

Taxes

$6,755/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10639582

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
3,468
Stories
4
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Terrazzo, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
11
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Slate
Exterior
Stucco
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1200
Subdivision
COLONIAL PLACE
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Covered, Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
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

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhood

Colonial Place

Colonial Place is a historic residential neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and early 20th-century architecture.

$370K

Median sale · 12 mo

$240

Sold $/sq ft

12d

Days on market

10

For sale now

$85K

HH income

56.4%

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

$3,824/mo

Principal & interest

$3,087

Property tax

$563

Home insurance

$174

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

108% of $549,200

City assessment record · taxes $6,755/yr

Land share of assessed value

17% — $92,900

Improvements $456,300 · 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

$400,000 – $1,010,000

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.

215 E 39th ST · 0.4 mi · 3,100 sqft$600,000 sold 2026-04
226 Lucile AVE · 0.4 mi · 3,018 sqft$497,000 sold 2026-02
624 Georgia AVE · 0.4 mi · 3,000 sqft$469,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$595,000

Price / Sq Ft

$172

Annual Taxes

$6,755

Monthly Tax

$563

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.14%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 28, 2026$595,000—
Currently listed—$595,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

8% above assessment

Total Assessed

$549,200

Land

$92,900

Improvement

$456,300

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 422 New York Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Granby Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Blair Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Maury (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 422 New York 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 422 New York Ave?+
Yes — Tennis courts at Lafayette Park is about 0.4 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 422 New York Ave?+
Colonial Circle is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 422 New York Ave?+
NuLand Hot Stuff Company is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is McDonald's (0.2 mi).
Does 422 New York Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 422 New York Ave built?+
It was built in 1923, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Mary Rice · Liz Moore & Associates LLC · REIN MLS #10639582

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422 New York Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23508 · MLS #10639582 · 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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