9 days on market
$260,000
522 W 27th St
Norfolk, Virginia 23517
MLS# 10639793 · OLD DOMINION PLACE · Norfolk VA
Updated 4 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,695/mo
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Price / sq ft
$185
1,403 sq ft
Days on market
9
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1916
110 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,403
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryJames Monroe Elementary School5/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
Welcome home! This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom single-family home in the heart of Norfolk is just waiting for you! With around 1,400 square feet, this home has plenty of space to make your own. Conveniently located near entertainment venues, shopping, dining, and other local amenities, making it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer! Call today for more information and to schedule your tour!
Listed by Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC
VaHome Team property overview
A century-old three-bedroom in Norfolk's Old Dominion Place neighborhood, 522 W 27th St packs 1,403 square feet of character into a compact lot just four minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — with walkable coffee shops, restaurants, and groceries right outside the door.
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Why this home stands out
Built in 1916, this home carries the kind of architectural bones you simply can't replicate — and at just over 1,400 square feet across three bedrooms and three full baths plus a half, it uses every inch thoughtfully. The 0.06-acre lot keeps maintenance light while the surrounding block delivers a walkable, urban-village energy that newer subdivisions rarely achieve. Three and a half baths in a home this age is genuinely uncommon and adds real daily comfort.
OLD DOMINION PLACE and the Norfolk real estate market
Old Dominion Place sits in the heart of Norfolk, one of the city's older residential pockets where early-twentieth-century architecture lines streets that connect quickly to everything. The neighborhood has a lived-in, creative energy — independent restaurants and coffee shops cluster within a few blocks, and Munson Park is a short walk away for a quick reset. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own personality, and Old Dominion Place leans toward the kind of place where people put down roots and stay. If you've been searching for a norfolk home for sale with genuine character rather than cookie-cutter construction, this corner of the city rewards a closer look. The broader Ghent and Wards Corner corridors are nearby, and downtown Norfolk is an easy drive. City of Norfolk jurisdiction means straightforward municipal services and a dense network of transit and road connections.
What's nearby
Daily life from 522 W 27th St is genuinely walkable. Regular Ass Sandwich, Handsome Biscuit, and Handsome Chicken are all within a tenth of a mile — a real restaurant row at your doorstep. Coffee is equally close: Handsome Biscuit doubles as a coffee stop, and both Mea Culpa Cafe and Kobros Coffee are within two blocks. Groceries are covered three ways at 0.3 miles — ALDI, Food Lion, and Edible Arrangements all land at the same distance. For fitness, Torch Yoga Norfolk is 0.1 miles away, with Adroit CrossFit and Burn Boot Camp just slightly farther. Munson Park and Meditation Park round out the outdoor options.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is four minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five — making 522 W 27th St one of the more strategically located addresses in the area for active-duty families. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the walkable neighborhood means a second car isn't always a necessity. Short commutes and a tight-knit block make daily life easier during deployments and busy duty schedules.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes built in 1916 have a presence that newer construction simply doesn't — plaster walls, proportioned rooms, and details that reflect a different era of craftsmanship. Old Dominion Place is exactly the kind of neighborhood where that history is respected and maintained. If real estate in norfolk va with authentic architectural character is what you're after, this address is worth a serious look rather than a quick scroll-past.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 522 W 27th St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
The drive is approximately four minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential options to the base on the Norfolk side of the water.
What neighborhood is 522 W 27th St in?
The home is located in Old Dominion Place, a historic residential neighborhood within the City of Norfolk known for its early-twentieth-century architecture and walkable access to local shops and dining.
Is 522 W 27th St in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification and any relevant insurance considerations.
How walkable is the area around 522 W 27th St?
Very walkable — multiple restaurants, coffee shops, fitness studios, and three grocery options are all within 0.3 miles, and Munson Park is just a tenth of a mile away.
Does 522 W 27th St have an HOA?
Old Dominion Place is not a governed HOA community, so there are no mandatory association fees or deed restrictions tied to a homeowners association at this address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Old Dominion Place well — reach out to get a full picture of what ownership at 522 W 27th St looks like for your situation.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,403
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
None
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$260,000
Price / Sq Ft
$185
Annual Taxes
$3,239
Monthly Tax
$270
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.25%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 15, 2026 | $260,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $260,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched Jun 24, 2026.
Total Assessed
$263,300
Land
$35,000
Improvement
$228,300
Parcel ID: 1428950370
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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
$1,695/moPrincipal & interest
$1,349
Property tax
$270
Home insurance
$76
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 Benham Real Estate LLC · MLS# 10639793
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$260,000
522 W 27th ST, NORFOLK VA 23517
Norfolk, Virginia 23517
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