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$665,000est. $4,168/mo all-in · adjust →
5beds
3.1baths
3,715sqft
$179per sqft
5days on market

509 Light St, Norfolk, VA 23523

New ListingResidential · built 1938 · 0.33 acres · CAMPOSTELLA HEIGHTS · MLS #10660981

Price per sqft$179compare with nearby salesSchools
Lake TaylorHigh1.8
Campostella ElementaryMiddle1.5
CampostellaElementary1.5
VaHome School ScoreFlood
Low / moderate riskZone X
flood insurance not requiredHOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS recordEst. payment$4,168/moall-in · 20% down · 6.75% · adjustPrice since listing…checking price historyTaxes$6,282/yrfrom the public recordCondo feeNAnot a condo

OverviewAbout this home

Fantastic waterfront home home located on the Elizabeth River in Norfolk. Beautiful views of peace and serenity from multiple locations within this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath brick home. It boasts a large room above the garage with exterior access which may be utilized as an in-law suite. Oversized 2-car garage has real wooden doors, lots of storage space, and a utility room. Family room has a very nice river view and lots of natural light through Anderson casement windows. Enclosed sunroom has glass surround and incredible waterfront sight lines. There are so many things to see with this property. It is in need of some updates and TLC but you get so much to love in this waterfront home. Anyone looking for a waterfront oasis will love this property.

Listing courtesy of Richard Barbee · Warrant Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10660981

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Deep Water, Navigable, River.

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1938
Price / sqft$179
HOANone
Taxes$6,282/yr
CountyNorfolk VA
WaterfrontYes
MLS #10660981

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
3,715
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl, Wood
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
Attic, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Fin. Rm Over Gar, In-Law Suite, Pantry, Sun Room
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Range, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Hot Tub

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Deep Water,Navigable,River
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Basebd, Hot Water, Oil, Radiator
Cooling
Central Air, Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3300
Subdivision
CAMPOSTELLA HEIGHTS
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Miscellaneous
Fuel In Tank Conveys
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

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Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

509 Light Street is a five-bedroom, 1938-built home in Norfolk with 3,715 square feet and three and a half baths. It sits about four minutes from both USCG Base Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Among Norfolk homes for sale, this address stands out for its size, its era, and its proximity to two major installations.

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See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23523, homes for sale zoned for Lake Taylor High School, and homes for sale zoned for Campostella Elementary School. Nearby, look at Ingleside homes for sale, Norfolk waterfront homes for sale, Norfolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Norfolk.

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Why this home stands out

Homes from the late 1930s rarely offer five bedrooms and nearly 3,800 square feet under one roof. 509 Light Street does. The floor plan gives you room to spread out across multiple living zones without the cookie-cutter feel of newer construction. The lot is in an established residential pocket of Norfolk, and the drive to two federal installations is measured in minutes, not miles. That combination is genuinely hard to find.

CAMPOSTELLA HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market

509 Light Street sits in a quiet, established part of Norfolk near the Chesterfield Heights area. Streets here are lined with mid-century homes that have real bones — brick exteriors, deep lots, and mature trees. The block has a settled, neighborhood feel that newer developments rarely replicate. Neighbors tend to stay, and the streets stay calm. Norfolk itself is one of the most layered cities on the East Coast. It anchors the Hampton Roads metro and sits at the center of the largest naval complex in the world. Downtown Norfolk is about ten minutes away and brings waterfront dining, Scope Arena, and the Chrysler Museum of Art. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 264 and Interstate 64 are both within easy reach. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23523 will find this zip code offers a strong value position inside the city.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from Light Street. Hardee's is just 0.3 miles away for a quick bite. Chick-fil-A and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are both about 0.6 miles out. McDonald's and a 7-Eleven are close for coffee and convenience runs. Chesterfield Heights Park is 0.6 miles away and gives you open green space without a long drive. Reservoir Avenue Mini Park is under a mile for a shorter walk. The James D. Gill Health and Physical Education Building is 0.5 miles away if you want a nearby fitness option.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

USCG Base Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are both about four minutes from the front door. That kind of commute is rare and worth protecting. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Norfolk, and the home's size means you are not compromising on space to get the location. Buyers using a VA loan will find the square footage here goes a long way.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes built in 1938 carry details that simply are not built into new construction. 509 Light Street gives you 3,715 square feet of that era — a scale and a character that buyers searching for something with history will recognize immediately. If you are comparing homes for sale zoned for Lake Taylor High School or homes for sale zoned for Campostella Elementary School, this address puts you in both zones with a home that has real architectural presence.

More buyer questions

How far is 509 Light Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about four minutes from 509 Light Street by car. The route is direct and avoids most of the city's heavier traffic corridors.

How far is 509 Light Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is also approximately four minutes away. Both installations are reachable without getting on a major highway.

What is the square footage of 509 Light Street?

The home measures 3,715 square feet. That square footage is spread across five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms.

Is 509 Light Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

What parks are near 509 Light Street?

Chesterfield Heights Park is about 0.6 miles away, and Reservoir Avenue Mini Park is under a mile from the front door.

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Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

HighLake Taylor High School
1.8/10
Down 0.1 from 2024–25
MiddleCampostella Elementary School
1.5/10
Up 0.1 from 2024–25
ElementaryCampostella Elementary School
1.5/10
Up 0.1 from 2024–25

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

10min·3.9mi

NNSY

Navy

12min·5mi

NMCP

Navy

13min·5.3mi

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

20min·8.4mi

Little Creek

Navy

21min·10.5mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

11.1 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhoodIngleside

Ingleside is a mid-century neighborhood on the east side of Norfolk, in the 23502 ZIP code. It lies along the Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth River.

$328KMedian sale · 12 mo
$202Sold $/sq ft
19dDays on market
6For sale now
$65KHH income
54.9%Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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CostPayment calculator

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

$4,168/mo

Principal & interest

$3,451

Property tax

$524

Home insurance

$194

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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 & historyComparables

Price context: similar nearby homes$345,000 – $540,000The 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.
901 E Indian River RD · 0.7 mi · 3,475 sqft$417,000 sold 2026-06
3126 N Stonebridge DR · 1.1 mi · 3,492 sqft$535,000 sold 2026-08
3172 S Stonebridge DR · 1 mi · 3,074 sqft$540,000 sold 2026-11

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$665,000

Price / Sq Ft

$179

Annual Taxes

$6,282

Monthly Tax

$524

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.94%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedNov 6, 2026$665,000—
Currently listed—$665,000—

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.

5 days on market: read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory. Compare it against similar nearby homes before reading anything into it.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
509 Light Stthis home$665,00053.13,715$179
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 509 Light St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Southside STEM Academy at Campostella, Southside STEM Academy at Campostella, Lake Taylor (VaHome School Score 1.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 509 Light 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.
Is 509 Light St a waterfront property?
Yes. The listing record shows: Deep Water,Navigable,River.
Does 509 Light St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 509 Light St built?
It was built in 1938, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data. Never invented.

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509 Light St, Norfolk, Virginia 23523 · MLS #10660981 · 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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