Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Norfolk! Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, this
home offers modern comfort with timeless charm. Major upgrades include a new roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, windows,
siding, flooring, and appliances giving buyers peace of mind for years to come. The open-concept floor plan creates a
seamless flow for everyday living and entertaining, while the spacious lot offers plenty of room to enjoy outdoor living.
Conveniently located near downtown Norfolk, military bases, shopping, dining, and major interstates. Move-in ready and
ready for its next chapter!
Listing courtesy of Briahna Watford · Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr · REIN MLS #10643839
715 Filer Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home built in 1915 in Norfolk, Virginia, offering 1,376 square feet of century-old character just minutes from USCG Base Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard — a compact, well-located address in the heart of the 23504 zip code.
What sets 715 Filer Street apart is its combination of early-twentieth-century architecture and an almost unbeatable position between two major installations. Homes built in 1915 carry a craftsmanship and spatial personality that newer construction rarely replicates — think solid bones, distinct room definition, and a street presence that reads as genuinely historic rather than styled to look that way. At roughly four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and five to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, the commute math is hard to beat.
CHESTERFIELD HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market
Filer Street sits within the broader Chesterfield Heights area of Norfolk — a working-class, tight-knit pocket of the city where pre-war bungalows and craftsman-era homes line streets that have seen generations of neighbors. The area carries a lived-in authenticity that newer subdivisions simply cannot manufacture. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast, anchored by a deep-water port, a thriving arts scene along Granby Street, and a waterfront that stretches from the Elizabeth River to the Chesapeake Bay. For anyone comparing Norfolk homes for sale, the 23504 zip code offers proximity to downtown Norfolk, the medical district, and both major military installations without the premium price tags of the city's waterfront neighborhoods. Daily life here is grounded and convenient — you're close to what you need without fighting the congestion of busier corridors.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands and quick meals are genuinely easy from Filer Street. Hardee's is just 0.3 miles away for a fast breakfast run, and Chick-fil-A and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are both within 0.6 miles when you want something a little fresher. Coffee is covered by McDonald's and a 7-Eleven, both under a mile. For staying active, the James D. Gill Health and Physical Education Building is 0.5 miles out — a solid option for gym access close to home. Chesterfield Heights Park at 0.6 miles and Reservoir Avenue Mini Park at 0.9 miles give you outdoor space without a long drive, making it easy to get outside on a weekday evening.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and five to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — 715 Filer Street is about as close as you can get to both installations without living on base. For military families weighing a VA loan purchase, that kind of dual-base proximity means one spouse's commute doesn't dictate where the other works. The 1,376-square-foot layout gives you three bedrooms and two baths without the sprawl that makes a PCS move feel like a logistics project.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been scrolling past cookie-cutter floor plans and wondering where the houses with actual history went, 715 Filer Street is worth a closer look. Built in 1915, this home predates most of the city's modern development by decades — and that shows in the way the rooms feel, the way the street reads, and the way the neighborhood carries itself. Homes for sale in Norfolk with genuine early-twentieth-century bones at this price tier don't stay available long.
More buyer questions
How far is 715 Filer Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
The drive from 715 Filer Street to USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately 4 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That kind of proximity makes it one of the shorter base commutes you'll find among homes for sale in 23504.
How far is 715 Filer Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 5 minutes from 715 Filer Street by car. For households with a service member stationed at the Shipyard, this address puts work practically around the corner.
What school zone does 715 Filer Street fall in?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Lake Taylor High School and homes for sale zoned for Chesterfield Academy will want to verify current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as boundaries can shift — but this address has historically fallen within those attendance zones.
Is 715 Filer Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for 715 Filer Street is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Always review the current FEMA flood map and consult your insurance agent before closing.
What is the neighborhood like around Filer Street in Norfolk?
The Chesterfield Heights area is a pre-war residential neighborhood with a genuine, unhurried character — modest lots, older tree canopy, and neighbors who tend to stay put. It sits close to downtown Norfolk and the medical district, which makes it a practical base for people who work across multiple parts of the city.
Want to see 715 Filer Street in person or talk through what this part of Norfolk looks like right now? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this city block by block — reach out and let's set something up.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
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?
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
10min·3.9mi
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NNSY
Navy
12min·5mi
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NMCP
Navy
13min·5.3mi
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USCG Finance Ctr
Coast Guard
20min·8.4mi
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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 AE · base flood elevation 9 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104
High Risk
FEMA flood zone
AE (1% annual chance)
Base flood elevation
9 ft above sea level
Property elevation
4 ft above sea level
5.0 ft below BFE
USGS 3DEP digital elevation model
Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.
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.
Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance. Factor it into the monthly numbers below.
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
$1,904/mo
Principal & interest
$1,546
Property tax
$270
Home insurance
$87
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
Asking vs. assessment113% of $263,700City assessment record · taxes $3,244/yr
Land share of assessed value27% · $71,500Improvements $192,200 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$195,000 – $280,000The 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.
903 Oakwood ST · 0.8 mi · 1,453 sqft$280,000 sold 2026-08
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
13% above assessment
Total Assessed
$263,700
Land
$71,500
Improvement
$192,200
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:
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
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Questions buyers ask
Is 715 Filer St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Chesterfield Academy (VaHome School Score 1.3/10), Ruffner Middle (VaHome School Score 1.1/10), Lake Taylor (VaHome School Score 1.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 715 Filer St in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 9 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Does 715 Filer St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 715 Filer St built?
It was built in 1915, per the listing record.
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Listing courtesy of Briahna Watford · Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr · REIN MLS #10643839
715 Filer St, Norfolk, Virginia 23504 · MLS #10643839 · 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.
