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$289,900
$201 / sqft · est. $1,769/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,444sqft
9days on market

434 W 34th St, Norfolk, VA 23508

ActiveResidential · built 1918 · VIRGINIA PLACE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Fireplace conveys AS-IS.Discover this beautifully updated two-story home in the heart of Norfolk's Virginia Place neighborhood. This home features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, blending classic charm with modern updates.The renovated kitchen includes a new roof, HVAC, water heater, plumbing, and updated electrical, along with stainless-steel appliances, stylish countertops, and ample cabinetry. Both bathrooms feature modern finishes and updated vanities.The main level offers durable laminate flooring, while the bedrooms have plush carpeting.Enjoy a fully fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.Conveniently located near NOB Base, parks, schools, and major conveniences, this home is ready for its next owner.

Listing courtesy of Ronald Sawyer · RE/MAX Prime · REIN MLS #10643364

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 1918-built three-bedroom home in Norfolk with over 1,400 square feet, a half bath in addition to the full, and a location that puts two major military installations within a five-minute drive. Classic bones, real square footage, and a city address that works hard for you.

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Why this home stands out

Homes from 1918 carry a kind of architectural confidence you simply don't find in newer construction — wider trim, solid walls, rooms with actual proportions. At 1,444 square feet across three bedrooms and a full bath plus a half, 434 W 34th St delivers that century-old character without sacrificing everyday livability. The lot, the layout, and the vintage details all reward buyers who know what they're looking at.

VIRGINIA PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market

The 23508 zip code sits in a part of Norfolk that locals tend to hold onto — close enough to everything, quiet enough to feel residential. Streets in this corridor are lined with early-twentieth-century homes that give the area a cohesive, established feel rather than the patchwork look of newer subdivisions. Norfolk itself is one of the most layered cities on the East Coast: a working waterfront, a deep arts scene, a major university presence, and a military footprint that shapes the economy and the community alike. Living at 434 W 34th St means you're positioned near the heart of all of it — walkable to neighborhood staples, a short drive to downtown Norfolk's restaurants and venues, and connected to the broader Hampton Roads region via I-264 and the Downtown Tunnel. It's the kind of address that makes daily life feel genuinely convenient without asking you to sacrifice neighborhood character to get there.

What's nearby

Practical errands are easy from W 34th St. Ghent's boutiques, coffee shops, and dining are just minutes away, and the Janaf shopping corridor covers big-box needs without a long drive. Suburban-style grocery runs are quick, and pharmacy options are close by. For outdoor time, Lafayette Park and the Lafayette River greenway offer walking and recreation nearby. The Chrysler Museum of Art and Norfolk's Scope arena are both reachable in under fifteen minutes, making this address a genuine home base for everything the city offers.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly five minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is just a minute farther. For active-duty households, that kind of proximity is hard to overstate — shorter commutes mean more time at home. A VA loan can make a century-old house like this one very attainable, and the three-bedroom layout gives growing families real room to settle in.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've spent time touring newer builds and kept thinking something was missing, 434 W 34th St is worth a serious look. Construction from 1918 means plaster walls, generous room sizes, and details that simply weren't value-engineered out. This is the kind of house that rewards buyers who appreciate craftsmanship over cookie-cutter finishes — and who understand that older homes in established Norfolk neighborhoods tend to hold their identity over time.

More buyer questions

How far is 434 W 34th St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

The drive is roughly five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area. The short commute is a consistent draw for medical and military personnel assigned there.

What is the square footage of 434 W 34th St?

The home measures 1,444 square feet of living space spread across three bedrooms and one and a half baths. For a 1918-built property, the room proportions feel generous and functional.

How old is the house at 434 W 34th St?

It was built in 1918, making it over a century old. Homes of this era in Norfolk were typically built with solid construction methods and materials that have aged well when properly maintained.

Is 434 W 34th St 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. Reviewing that section will give you the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Does 434 W 34th St have a garage?

Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the full listing data or a direct walkthrough. Homes of this age and style in Norfolk's 23508 zip code vary widely in what off-street parking they include.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough or ask any questions about 434 W 34th St — they're here to help.

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

1918

Price / sqft

$201

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,162/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10643364

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,444
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Attic, Porch
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
VIRGINIA PLACE
Zoning
C-2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

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 B

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.

$365K

Median sale · 12 mo

$242

Sold $/sq ft

12d

Days on market

11

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

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

$1,769/mo

Principal & interest

$1,504

Property tax

$180

Home insurance

$85

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

160% of $181,000

City assessment record · taxes $2,162/yr

Land share of assessed value

17% — $31,500

Improvements $149,500 · 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

$186,000 – $450,000

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 · 1.9 mi · 1,390 sqft$312,000 sold 2026-05
255 College XRS #55 · 1.9 mi · 1,390 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-03
255 College Cross NONE #65 · 1.9 mi · 1,506 sqft$450,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$289,900

Price / Sq Ft

$201

Annual Taxes

$2,162

Monthly Tax

$180

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.75%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 10, 2026$289,900—
Currently listed—$289,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

60% above assessment

Total Assessed

$181,000

Land

$31,500

Improvement

$149,500

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

9 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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 434 W 34th St 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 434 W 34th St 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.
Does 434 W 34th St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 434 W 34th St built?+
It was built in 1918, 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 Ronald Sawyer · RE/MAX Prime · REIN MLS #10643364

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434 W 34th St, Norfolk, Virginia 23508 · MLS #10643364 · 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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