369 days on market
$1,495,000
1836 Church St
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
MLS# 10581816 · HUNTERSVILLE · Norfolk VA
Updated Apr 28, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$8,747/mo
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Price / sq ft
$73
20,528 sq ft
Days on market
369
HOA
None
Year built
1886
140 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
20,528
Garage
No
About this home
$50K CASH @ SETTLEMENT FOR IMPROVEMENTS or price reduction. Historic Industrial Site, 1886 Original Trolley Repair Station, later used as horse stables for NPD; features original arched windows and beams & four 2 ton overhead cranes (2/each warehouse). Current use is restaurant equipment sales, business/Inventory sale separate. This 2 warehouse, 4 property package totaling 1.22ac+ is completely fenced with 2 access p…
Listed by Robert Waring · Creed Realty
VaHome Team property overview
1836 Church Street is a historic 1886 commercial property sitting on 1.22 acres in Norfolk's Huntersville neighborhood — over 20,000 square feet of building space with two military installations just minutes away and a walkable, energetic urban corridor right outside the door.
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Why this home stands out
Properties this size and this old don't surface often in central Norfolk. Built in 1886, 1836 Church Street carries more than a century of history in its bones while sitting on a full 1.22-acre footprint — rare for an urban parcel this close to downtown. With 20,528 square feet of commercial/industrial space and dual military bases under five minutes away, the location does serious work for a wide range of uses.
HUNTERSVILLE and the Norfolk real estate market
Huntersville is one of Norfolk's most historically rooted neighborhoods, and 1836 Church Street sits squarely within it. The area carries a gritty, authentic character shaped by generations of working families, independent businesses, and a tight-knit community identity that newer developments rarely replicate. Granby Street's commercial energy is close enough to feel, but Huntersville holds its own distinct rhythm. For anyone evaluating military housing Norfolk options or commercial real estate near the region's bases, this corridor checks a lot of boxes — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is four minutes out, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five. Norfolk itself is a city of genuine variety: waterfront parks, a thriving arts scene, major employers, and a military presence that anchors the regional economy. Huntersville sits near the city's geographic and cultural center, connected to all of it without being swallowed by any one part of it.
What's nearby
Daily logistics are handled with ease from Church Street. Tees is 0.2 miles away for quick grocery runs, with Watergate 5 and Organic Food Depot both within 0.4 miles. When it's time to eat, The Annex is just 0.3 miles out, Sweet Jams Cafe and Cook Out are both 0.4 miles away. Coffee is covered by Blaze on Granby (0.4 mi), Coalescence Coffee Company (0.6 mi), and Caffiend Coffee Co (0.7 mi). Fitness options are exceptional — Latitude Climbing and Fitness is 0.1 miles away, with Todd's Eastside Boxing Club and Mike The Fitness Junkie both 0.2 miles out. Huntersville Park, Crispus Attucks Park, and Lafayette Dog Park are all within a short walk.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
With Naval Medical Center Portsmouth four minutes away and USCG Base Portsmouth five minutes out, 1836 Church Street is positioned as well as anything in the area for military-connected use. BAH rates in this zip code reflect the strong demand this corridor sees from service members and their families. A VA loan can make residential transitions in this market more accessible than many expect.
For buyers drawn to character
An 1886 commercial building on 1.22 acres in a historic Norfolk neighborhood — that's not something you replicate. The bones here are over 130 years old, and the scale is genuinely unusual for an urban parcel. If you're drawn to properties with a story, with texture, with the kind of presence that new construction simply can't manufacture, 1836 Church Street is worth a serious look.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1836 Church Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately four minutes from 1836 Church Street by car, making this one of the closer large commercial parcels to that installation in the Norfolk area.
How far is 1836 Church Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about five minutes away, putting 1836 Church Street within easy reach of both major Portsmouth-area installations.
What is the lot size and building size at 1836 Church Street?
The property sits on 1.22 acres and includes 20,528 square feet of commercial/industrial building space — an unusually large footprint for this part of central Norfolk.
How old is the building at 1836 Church Street?
The structure was built in 1886, making it well over 130 years old and one of the older commercial buildings still standing in the Huntersville neighborhood.
Is 1836 Church Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for 1836 Church Street is available through Norfolk's official flood maps and FEMA's Flood Map Service Center — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the most current determination.
Want to know more about 1836 Church Street or explore comparable properties in Huntersville and across Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Location & Neighborhood
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1836 Church ST, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
20,528
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Concrete
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$1,495,000
Price / Sq Ft
$73
Annual Taxes
$6,642
Monthly Tax
$554
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.44%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 5, 2025 | $1,495,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $1,495,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$473,600
Land
$276,500
Improvement
$197,100
Parcel ID: 1438228475 · 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
Drive times to nearest basesDrive 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.
Estimate your monthly payment
$8,747/moPrincipal & interest
$7,757
Property tax
$554
Home insurance
$436
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 Creed Realty · MLS# 10581816
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$1,495,000
1836 Church ST, NORFOLK VA 23504
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
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