24 days on market
$249,999
208 37th St
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
MLS# 10629992 · VIRGINIA PLACE · Norfolk VA
Updated May 8, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,553/mo
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Price / sq ft
$115
2,175 sq ft
Days on market
24
HOA
None
Year built
1910
116 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,175
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryJames Monroe Elementary School5/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
This is a wonderful opportunity for an investment property or a place to call your own after some TLC. Property being sold as is. Newer roof and HVAC.
Listed by Jamie Stokes · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 208 37th Street — a 1910-era, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Norfolk's Virginia Place neighborhood offering 2,175 square feet of character-rich living space, walkable green space, and a quick drive to two major military installations.
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Why this home stands out
Built in 1910, this Virginia Place home carries more than a century of architectural personality — the kind of proportions, detail, and solid construction that newer builds simply can't replicate. At 2,175 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, there's genuine room to spread out, and the neighborhood's tree-lined streets and proximity to Lafayette Park give everyday life a grounded, unhurried quality that's hard to find this close to the water and the bases.
VIRGINIA PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Virginia Place is one of Norfolk's quieter residential pockets — a compact, established neighborhood tucked between Lafayette Park and the broader Ghent corridor. The streets here have a settled, lived-in feel: mature trees, early-twentieth-century homes, and neighbors who actually know each other. It's the kind of place where a morning walk to the park is part of the routine, not a special occasion. For anyone browsing norfolk va homes for sale, Virginia Place tends to surprise — it offers genuine neighborhood texture without the premium price tags of some of Norfolk's more publicized districts. Norfolk itself is a city that rewards those who explore it: a working waterfront, a growing arts scene, independent restaurants, and a deeply rooted military community all coexist here. The city's infrastructure is well-connected, making it straightforward to reach downtown, the medical district, or the interstate without fighting through complicated surface streets.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 37th Street. Colonial Place Greenway is just a tenth of a mile away, and both Lafayette Park and City Park are within a two-minute walk — tennis courts included. The YMCA on Granby and Torch Yoga Norfolk are under a mile for fitness routines, and MJ's Tavern, African Village Restaurant, and Shell are all within three-tenths of a mile when you want a meal without driving. The Cage Kids Cafe and House of Consciousness/Jikoni Cafe are nearby for a slower morning. Grocery runs reach NuLand Hot Stuff Company at 0.7 miles and Watergate 5 at 0.8 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly five minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about six — making 208 37th Street one of the more strategically located addresses in the region for dual-service households or medical command assignments. A VA loan can make this century-old home more accessible than you might expect, and BAH rates for the Portsmouth/Norfolk area tend to align well with this price tier.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been searching norfolk virginia homes for sale specifically because you want something with real architectural bones — not a builder-grade floor plan — then 1910-era Virginia Place deserves a serious look. The home's age means thick walls, generous room proportions, and details that reflect a period when craftsmanship was the standard. Two-thousand-plus square feet in a neighborhood this walkable and this established is a combination that's genuinely rare.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 208 37th Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes by car from 208 37th Street, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area.
How far is 208 37th Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about six minutes away by car — a straightforward commute that keeps most of your morning free.
What is the Virginia Place neighborhood like in Norfolk?
Virginia Place is a quiet, established residential neighborhood characterized by early-twentieth-century homes, tree-lined streets, and immediate access to Lafayette Park and Colonial Place Greenway — it has a walkable, community-oriented feel that sets it apart from higher-traffic Norfolk corridors.
Is 208 37th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's exact parcel.
What parks are walkable from 208 37th Street?
Colonial Place Greenway is just 0.1 miles away, Lafayette Park is 0.2 miles, and City Park is also within 0.2 miles — all reachable on foot in under five minutes.
Ready to walk through 208 37th Street in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Virginia Place well — reach out and let's set something up.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
208 37th ST, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,175
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer, Gas Range, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$249,999
Price / Sq Ft
$115
Annual Taxes
$2,200
Monthly Tax
$183
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.88%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 16, 2026 | $249,999 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $249,999 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$255,000
Land
$45,500
Improvement
$209,500
Parcel ID: 1438171502 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Norfolk
Norfolk offers some of the most diverse housing options in Hampton Roads — historic Ghent townhomes, Larchmont craftsmen, modern downtown condos, and bungalow neighborhoods in Park Place and Colonial Place. As home to Naval Station Norfolk (the largest naval complex in the world) and the headquarters of NATO Allied Command Transformation, the city has consistent demand from active-duty military, DoD civilians, and contractors, making it especially friendly to VA loan buyers.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,553/moPrincipal & interest
$1,297
Property tax
$183
Home insurance
$73
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 CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · MLS# 10629992
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$249,999
208 37th ST, NORFOLK VA 23504
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
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