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429 York ST #4B, NORFOLK VA 23510 - Main photo
$350,000
$274 / sqft · est. $2,662/mo →
2beds
2baths
1,276sqft
14days on market

429 York St #4b, Norfolk, VA 23510

SoldResidential · built 1910 · FREEMASON HARBOUR

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Top floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in historic building. Built in 1907 for the Jamestown Exposition, this unit boasts views of both the Elizabeth River and the Hague. The building and apartment feature historic elements but renovated to take advantage of an open plan concept. Features include gated parking; fireplace; elevator; walk-in closet with additional; plentiful storage (including 2 basement storage units); hardwood floors throughout; soaking tub and separate shower in master bath; light, bright, extensive windows with lovely sunset views. Freemason is nestled between downtown Norfolk, Ghent, and the Elizabeth River. Easy access to downtown, Waterside festivals, Ghent, EVMS, ODU, and NSU. Close proximity to coffee shops, restaurants, gyms, and other neighborhood services. Great unit for anyone interested in a true Urban lifestyle.

Listing courtesy of Lin Miller · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10629287

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 429 York Street #4B — a 2-bed, 2-bath condo in the heart of historic Freemason Harbour, Norfolk. Built in 1910 and spanning 1,276 square feet, this character-rich home puts walkable dining, waterfront promenades, and two major military installations just minutes from your front door.

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Why this home stands out

What sets #4B apart is the rare combination of genuine pre-WWI architecture and an address that functions like a neighborhood hub. You're in a 1910 building with the kind of bones and proportions that newer construction simply can't replicate, yet you're steps from award-winning restaurants, a YMCA, and the Elizabeth River waterfront. Two full bathrooms across 1,276 square feet means no compromises on space or comfort for two people sharing the home.

FREEMASON HARBOUR and the Norfolk real estate market

Freemason Harbour is one of Norfolk's most storied and walkable urban neighborhoods — a tight-knit grid of Federal and Victorian architecture tucked along the Elizabeth River's western branch. The streets here feel genuinely lived-in: neighbors walk dogs past gas-lit lamp posts, coffee shops fill up on weekday mornings, and weekend farmers market energy spills out from nearby MacArthur Center. If you've been searching to buy house norfolk and want a neighborhood with real identity rather than a subdivided cul-de-sac, Freemason Harbour delivers. The district sits within the City of Norfolk, which means full access to Norfolk's urban infrastructure — transit, parks, and a downtown cultural corridor that includes the Chrysler Museum and Nauticus. The neighborhood's historic designation adds architectural continuity; you won't see a drive-through going up next door. It's the kind of place that rewards people who want their address to mean something.

What's nearby

Daily life from 429 York Street #4B is genuinely easy. Cure Coffeehouse is a 0.1-mile walk for your morning coffee, and ilo bistro and The Restaurant at Four Eleven York — both 0.1 miles away — cover everything from a casual weeknight dinner to a proper date night. Hague Promenade and Bea Arthur Dog Park are both 0.1 miles out for fresh air and off-leash time. Grocery runs are covered by Mercato Di Grazia and MacArthur General Store at 0.4 miles, with Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli rounding out specialty options at 0.5 miles. The Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is 0.2 miles away for fitness, with Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios and Gym Downtown both reachable at 0.4 miles.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly a one-minute drive from 429 York Street #4B, and USCG Base Portsmouth sits about two minutes away — making this one of the most base-accessible addresses in the region. For service members using a VA loan or maximizing BAH, a condo this close to two installations in a walkable historic district is a genuinely uncommon find.

For first-time buyers

If you're exploring norfolk va real estate for the first time, 429 York Street #4B is a strong starting point. You get 1,276 square feet of character-filled space in one of Norfolk's most established neighborhoods, two full bathrooms, and a walkable lifestyle that means one car can realistically cover everything. It's a substantive first home in a neighborhood people actively choose to stay in.

More buyer questions

How far is 429 York Street #4B from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a one-minute drive from 429 York Street #4B, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.

Is 429 York Street #4B part of an HOA?

Yes, as a condo unit in a multi-unit building, #4B is subject to a condo association; buyers should request the current association documents and governing rules during due diligence.

What is the flood zone status for 429 York Street #4B?

Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and confirm current FEMA mapping with your agent before closing.

How walkable is the Freemason Harbour neighborhood for daily errands?

Very walkable — grocery options, coffee shops, restaurants, a YMCA, and waterfront parks are all within 0.5 miles of the front door, making car-free or low-car daily routines genuinely practical.

When was 429 York Street built and what architectural style is it?

The building dates to 1910, placing it in Norfolk's late Victorian and early Edwardian construction era, and it sits within the Freemason Harbour historic district where that architectural character is actively preserved.

Ready to walk through 429 York Street #4B in person? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know Freemason Harbour well and can get you inside on your schedule.

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

1910

Price / sqft

$274

Condo fee

$388/mo

Taxes

$4,275/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10629287

Condo association includes

ElevatorGated CommunityGround MaintSewerTrash PickupWater

$388/mo condo fee · Jamestown At Freemason Harbour · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,276
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Assigned Storage, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Interior features
Fireplace Gas-natural, Walk-In Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup
Accessibility
Elevator

Construction & exterior

Style
Lo Rise
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Basement
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Decorative,Full
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
FREEMASON HARBOUR
Unit / floor
4B
Ownership
Condo
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space, Assigned/Reserved, Lot, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Historical District, Resale Certif Req

See more Norfolk condos & townhomes.

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

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, known for its tree-lined streets and early 20th-century architecture.

$285K

Median sale · 12 mo

$233

Sold $/sq ft

23d

Days on market

64

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

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

$2,662/mo

Principal & interest

$1,816

Property tax

$356

Home insurance

$102

PMI

None

HOA

$388

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

96% of $363,800

City assessment record · taxes $4,275/yr

Land share of assessed value

16% — $58,600

Improvements $305,200 · 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

$255,000 – $312,000

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.

255 College Cross · 0.2 mi · 1,390 sqft$312,000 sold 2026-05
415 St Pauls BLVD #105 · 0.8 mi · 1,298 sqft$303,000 sold 2026-03
1400 Granby St NONE #311 · 0.9 mi · 1,204 sqft$280,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$350,000

Price / Sq Ft

$274

Annual Taxes

$4,275

Monthly Tax

$356

Condo fee

$388 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

1.22%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 2, 2026$350,000—
Price reducedJun 16, 2026$350,000−$15,000
SoldJun 12, 2026$350,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$363,800

Land

$58,600

Improvement

$305,200

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 429 York St #4b in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Walter Herron Taylor Elementary, Blair Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Maury (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 429 York St #4b in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 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 429 York St #4b?+
Yes — Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is about 0.2 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 429 York St #4b?+
Hague Promenade is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 429 York St #4b?+
Mercato Di Grazia is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is The Restaurant at Four Eleven York (0.1 mi).
Does 429 York St #4b 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 Jamestown At Freemason Harbour. Association amenities on record include: Elevator, Gated Community, Ground Maint, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water.
When was 429 York St #4b built?+
It was built in 1910, 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 Lin Miller · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10629287

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429 York St #4b, Norfolk, Virginia 23510 · MLS #10629287 · 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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