254 days on market
$1,500,000
4700 Little John Dr
Norfolk, Virginia 23513
MLS# 10599647 · SHERWOOD FORREST · Norfolk VA
Updated Feb 16, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$8,221/mo
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Price / sq ft
$96
15,676 sq ft
Days on market
254
HOA
None
Year built
1954
72 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
15,676
Garage
No
About this home
IN Zone allows many uses (but verify your plans with City of Norfolk) - Cemetary, Community Garden, Park, Resource Conservation use, Assisted Housing, Continuing care Retirement Community, Nursing Home, Child Day Care Center, Government Office, Hospice, Membership Organization, Elementary School, Secondary School, Vocational or Trade School, Park and Ride Facility, Minor Utility Facility, Catering Establishment/Comme…
Listed by June Surbaugh · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs.
VaHome Team property overview
4700 Little John DR is a substantial commercial and industrial property sitting on 1.45 acres in Norfolk's Sherwood Forrest area. Built in 1954, the building spans over 15,600 square feet, offering serious operational footprint in a well-connected corner of the city.
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Why this home stands out
Scale and location are the story here. At 15,676 square feet on a 1.45-acre lot, 4700 Little John DR delivers the kind of space that's genuinely hard to find inside city limits. The 1954 construction means solid bones, and the Sherwood Forrest corridor puts you minutes from major military installations, arterial roads, and a dense surrounding population — a combination that works for a wide range of commercial uses.
SHERWOOD FORREST and the Norfolk real estate market
Sherwood Forrest sits in the eastern section of Norfolk, a city that has long anchored the military, maritime, and medical economy of Hampton Roads. The neighborhood carries a working, unpretentious character — blocks of modest homes, small businesses, and community gathering spots that have served the area for decades. It's not a flashy district, but it's a functional and well-located one. For anyone researching military housing norfolk options or commercial investment near the region's largest installations, this corridor checks a lot of practical boxes. Norfolk itself is a city of roughly 240,000 people, home to the world's largest naval station and a growing medical and tech sector. The Sherwood Forrest area benefits from that economic gravity without sitting in the congestion of downtown. Major routes like Military Highway and Virginia Beach Boulevard are close, connecting this address to the broader Hampton Roads metro with relative ease.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are covered quickly from 4700 Little John DR. Quick Stop is just 0.4 miles out, and Tiendita Latinos Unidos and La Botica Hispana are within 0.7 miles — reflecting the neighborhood's multicultural character. For a meal, Watergate 2 is practically next door at 0.1 miles, with Garden China at 0.2 miles and Ocean Blue Seafood Restaurant at 0.4 miles rounding out the options. Coffee and a quick stop are handled by 7-Eleven, McDonald's, and The Blackdog Cafe, all within a mile. North FoxHall FitLot Outdoor Fitness Park and North Foxhall Playground sit at 0.6 miles, and Five Points Neighborhood Spot adds another green space option at 0.8 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are each about nine minutes away, making this corridor a natural landing zone for military-connected businesses — contractors, medical suppliers, service providers, and more. If your operation supports the Hampton Roads military community, the location math here works strongly in your favor. BAH activity in the surrounding zip codes also keeps the local economy active year-round.
For buyers drawn to character
Properties with this kind of square footage and lot size inside Norfolk city limits don't surface often. The 1954 construction gives the building genuine structural history, and the 1.45-acre footprint leaves room for outdoor operations, parking, or future expansion. If you're drawn to properties with real scale and a story behind them, 4700 Little John DR is worth a serious look.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 4700 Little John DR from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately nine minutes from 4700 Little John DR under normal traffic conditions, making this location highly accessible for businesses serving or connected to that installation.
How far is 4700 Little John DR from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about nine minutes away, placing this property in a strong position for any operation with ties to the medical or military community in the Portsmouth-Norfolk corridor.
What is the lot size and building size at 4700 Little John DR?
The property sits on 1.45 acres and includes a building of approximately 15,676 square feet, offering a substantial operational footprint that is uncommon for in-city commercial parcels in Norfolk.
Is 4700 Little John DR in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance and use planning.
What neighborhood is 4700 Little John DR located in?
The property is located in the Sherwood Forrest neighborhood in the eastern section of Norfolk, Virginia, a well-connected area with easy access to Military Highway and the broader Hampton Roads metro.
Want to know more about 4700 Little John DR or explore other commercial opportunities in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through the details.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
15,676
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$1,500,000
Price / Sq Ft
$96
Annual Taxes
N/A
Monthly Tax
N/A
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
N/A
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Aug 28, 2025 | $1,500,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $1,500,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$2,440,800
Land
$254,700
Improvement
$2,186,100
Parcel ID: 1448573436 · 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
$8,221/moPrincipal & interest
$7,783
Property tax
$0
Home insurance
$438
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 Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · MLS# 10599647
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$1,500,000
4700 Little John DR, NORFOLK VA 23513
Norfolk, Virginia 23513
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