30 days on market
$299,999
428 W 34th St
Norfolk, Virginia 23508
MLS# 10624635 · VIRGINIA PLACE · Norfolk VA
Updated May 22, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,871/mo
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Price / sq ft
$214
1,400 sq ft
Days on market
30
HOA
None
Year built
1918
108 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,400
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryGranby Elementary School5/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home at 428 W 34th Street in Norfolk. Updates include a new roof, HVAC, kitchen with new appliances, flooring, and fresh paint. The home features a front porch and a primary bedroom with an ensuite bath. No HOA. Located directly across from Meditation Park, one block from the Norfolk Public Library, and just minutes from the Virginia Zoo, Lafayette Park, and the fishing pier. Convenient…
Listed by R. Anne Ahluwalia · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity
VaHome Team property overview
428 W 34th St is a 1918-era, 3-bedroom home in Norfolk's Virginia Place neighborhood — just blocks from Meditation Park and under six minutes to two major military installations. At 1,400 square feet with 2.5 baths, it packs a lot of livability into a century-old frame.
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Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1918 carry a character that newer construction simply can't replicate — original-era bones, mature street trees, and a neighborhood grid that was designed for walking long before the phrase 'walkable' became a selling point. Virginia Place sits at the intersection of historic Norfolk charm and genuine everyday convenience, with restaurants, a yoga studio, a YMCA, and a park all within a quarter mile of the front door.
VIRGINIA PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Virginia Place is one of Norfolk's quieter residential pockets — a tree-lined, early-20th-century neighborhood tucked between the bustle of Granby Street and the calm of Lafayette Park. The housing stock here dates largely to the 1910s and 1920s, giving the blocks a cohesive, unhurried character that feels rare inside a major city. Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia — meaning it belongs to no surrounding county. For anyone researching norfolk va in what county, the answer is that Norfolk operates as its own jurisdiction, separate from Norfolk County (which became the City of Chesapeake decades ago). That independence shapes everything from local governance to tax structure. Within that self-governing city, Virginia Place residents enjoy a central location: downtown Norfolk is a short drive east, the medical corridor along Colley Avenue is close, and two military installations sit just across the water to the south. Daily life here moves at a comfortable pace without sacrificing access to anything the broader Hampton Roads region offers.
What's nearby
Step outside 428 W 34th St and Meditation Park is essentially at your doorstep. Carolina Circle and the Colonial Place Greenway are both within a third of a mile for longer walks or weekend morning runs. Cutta's Kitchen and The Cage Kids Cafe are a single block away, and House of Consciousness/Jikoni Cafe — which doubles as a coffee spot and a full restaurant — is just two blocks out. Coaches Sports Grill on 35th St is right around the corner for game nights. Handsome Biscuit, a neighborhood favorite, is under a half mile. For fitness, Torch Yoga Norfolk and the YMCA on Granby are both 0.4 miles away, with tennis courts at Lafayette Park at the same distance. Food Lion, Dollar General, and Edible Arrangements cover everyday grocery needs at 0.6 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly five minutes from 428 W 34th St, and USCG Base Portsmouth adds a second installation just six minutes away. For military households weighing BAH and commute time together, this address lands in a genuinely efficient spot. VA loan eligibility makes the financing side straightforward, and the neighborhood's stability — built up over a century — tends to hold its appeal across multiple duty-station cycles.
For first-time buyers
A 1918 home in a walkable Norfolk neighborhood at 1,400 square feet is a real entry point into homeownership with actual character attached. Virginia Place gives first-time buyers a street with history, neighbors who've been around, and daily errands — coffee, groceries, a park — that don't require a car. The 2.5-bath layout and three bedrooms also leave room to grow without feeling squeezed from day one.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 428 W 34th St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes by car from 428 W 34th St, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation on the Norfolk side of the water.
What county is 428 W 34th St in?
It's in none — Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia, meaning it operates outside any county jurisdiction. The City of Norfolk handles its own governance, courts, and services independently.
Is 428 W 34th St in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date classification.
What is the Virginia Place neighborhood like?
Virginia Place is a historic early-20th-century residential neighborhood in Norfolk with tree-lined streets, walkable access to parks and local restaurants, and a stable, established community feel built up over more than a hundred years.
How walkable is the area around 428 W 34th St?
Very walkable — Meditation Park is steps away, multiple restaurants and a coffee shop are within two blocks, and a grocery store, yoga studio, and YMCA are all under half a mile from the front door.
Want to know more about 428 W 34th St or Virginia Place? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through everything — reach out anytime.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,400
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$299,999
Price / Sq Ft
$214
Annual Taxes
$2,722
Monthly Tax
$227
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.91%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 22, 2026 | $299,999 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $299,999 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$221,300
Land
$31,500
Improvement
$189,800
Parcel ID: 1428969611 · View on city GIS portal
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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
$1,871/moPrincipal & interest
$1,557
Property tax
$227
Home insurance
$87
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 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · MLS# 10624635
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$299,999
428 W 34th ST, NORFOLK VA 23508
Norfolk, Virginia 23508
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