5 days on market
$250,000
511 W 28th St
Norfolk, Virginia 23508
MLS# 10635359 · PARK PLACE · Norfolk VA
Updated May 28, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,599/mo
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Price / sq ft
$224
1,114 sq ft
Days on market
5
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1951
75 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,114
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryJames Monroe Elementary School5/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
Welcome to Norfolk's Park Place neighborhood — a move-in ready opportunity great for a first-time homebuyer. This refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,114 square feet of updated living space with new LVP flooring in the main areas, brand-new carpet in the bedrooms, and fresh neutral paint throughout. The kitchen has been upgraded with new countertops, sink, refrigerator, and stove, while both bathrooms feature n…
Listed by Maura Callan-Bain · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
511 W 28th St is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,114-square-foot home built in 1951 in Norfolk, Virginia. Compact, character-filled, and sitting just minutes from two major military installations, it puts a walkable, café-lined neighborhood right at your door.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 511 W 28th St apart is the rare combination of genuine mid-century bones and an almost absurdly walkable block. Within two-tenths of a mile you have yoga studios, CrossFit, coffee, and some of Norfolk's most talked-about eateries. Add a four-minute drive to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and you have a location that's genuinely hard to replicate at this size and era.
PARK PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
511 W 28th St sits in a close-knit residential pocket of Norfolk where the streets feel lived-in and the neighbors tend to know each other's names. The surrounding blocks carry the relaxed, slightly artsy energy that defines this part of the city — independent restaurants, boutique fitness studios, and corner coffee shops have replaced the chain sprawl you'd find elsewhere. If you're looking to buy house in Norfolk and want something with real neighborhood texture rather than a subdivision feel, this corridor delivers. Norfolk itself is one of the most dynamic mid-size cities on the East Coast, anchored by a deep-water port, a thriving arts scene, and the largest naval complex in the world. The 23508 zip code puts you close to the urban core without the noise of downtown, and the mix of 1940s and 1950s homes along these streets gives the area a cohesion that newer developments simply can't manufacture.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from 511 W 28th St. Handsome Biscuit, Handsome Chicken, and Regular Ass Sandwich are all within a tenth of a mile — meaning a great meal is closer than most people's mailboxes. Mea Culpa Cafe and Kobros Coffee sit just 0.2 miles out when you need a morning ritual. Groceries are covered by ALDI and Food Lion, both 0.4 miles away, with an Edible Arrangements at 0.3 miles for the occasional treat. Torch Yoga Norfolk, Adroit CrossFit, and Burn Boot Camp are all within 0.2 miles for fitness. Munson Park and Meditation Park offer green space at 0.2 miles, and Carolina Circle rounds things out at half a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a four-minute drive from 511 W 28th St, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes out — two of the region's key installations within a single commute window. For families navigating BAH calculations or exploring a VA loan, this address lands in a strong position. The 1951 construction means solid bones, and the walkable block means a quality of life that holds up across multiple tours.
For first-time buyers
If you're weighing your first purchase and want a home that actually feels like a neighborhood, 511 W 28th St is worth a serious look. At 1,114 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, it's a manageable footprint without feeling cramped. The 1951 build gives you character details newer construction skips, and the surrounding block — coffee, food, fitness, parks all within a quarter mile — means you won't need a car for half your errands. Exploring houses for sale norfolk virginia at this walkability level is rare.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 511 W 28th St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a 4-minute drive from 511 W 28th St, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 511 W 28th St from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about a 5-minute drive, sitting just slightly farther than Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and reachable without highway access.
What is the flood zone status for 511 W 28th St?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA map classification and any associated requirements.
Is 511 W 28th St in a walkable area of Norfolk?
Yes — restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, fitness studios, and parks are all within a half mile, making this one of the more walkable residential addresses in this part of Norfolk.
Does 511 W 28th St have a garage?
Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough, as structural features can vary and may have been updated since the 1951 build.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what 511 W 28th St means for your move.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,114
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$250,000
Price / Sq Ft
$224
Annual Taxes
$2,743
Monthly Tax
$229
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.10%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 23, 2026 | $250,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $250,000 | — |
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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
$1,599/moPrincipal & interest
$1,297
Property tax
$229
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 BHHS RW Towne Realty · MLS# 10635359
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$250,000
511 W 28th ST, NORFOLK VA 23508
Norfolk, Virginia 23508
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