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$1,150,000
10days on market

734 Johnson Ave, Norfolk, VA 23504

Under ContractApartments 3+ · built 1988 · HUNTERSVILLE

About this home

Expand your investment portfolio with this all-brick, 10-unit apartment building in Norfolk's Huntersville neighborhood. The property features nine occupied units and just one vacancy, with positive cash flow. An opportunity to acquire an income-producing property with room to increase revenue by leasing the remaining unit.

Listing courtesy of Phyllis Willoughby · EXIT Realty Central · REIN MLS #10655866

Facts & features

Type

Apartments 3+

Year built

1988

HOA

None

Taxes

$10,241/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10655866

Interior

Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl

Construction & exterior

Foundation
Slab
Construction
Frame
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl

Utilities & systems

Heating
Basebd
Cooling
Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Utilities available
City Sewer, City Water, Electric

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
HUNTERSVILLE
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

734 Johnson Ave sits in Norfolk's urban core, built in 1988 as a multi-unit apartment property. Sweet Jams Cafe is a one-minute walk away. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about four minutes by car. This is a well-connected address in the heart of 23504.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23504, homes for sale zoned for Granby High School, and homes for sale zoned for Jacox Elementary. Nearby, look at Ghent 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

What sets 734 Johnson Ave apart is raw convenience. You have a cafe steps from the front door, three gyms within half a mile, and two military installations under five minutes away. Crispus Attucks Park and Huntersville Park are both within a short walk. Few addresses in this zip code put that many daily destinations within reach without a car.

HUNTERSVILLE and the Norfolk real estate market

Johnson Ave runs through one of Norfolk's older urban neighborhoods, where brick-era architecture mixes with newer infill buildings from the 1980s and 1990s. The streets here are walkable and dense. Corner stores, local restaurants, and green spaces sit within a few blocks in every direction. Crispus Attucks Park anchors the immediate area with open space and a community feel. Martin Luther King Jr Plaza adds another public gathering point nearby. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23504 will notice how much this block delivers on foot. Norfolk itself is a mid-size city with a lot of range — waterfront dining downtown, a thriving arts scene in the NEON District, and major employers spread across the metro. Getting around is straightforward. Interstate 264 and US-460 are both accessible within minutes, connecting you to Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth quickly.

What's nearby

Sweet Jams Cafe is 0.1 miles away — close enough to walk for morning coffee. Seoul Society and Zeke's are both under half a mile for more cafe options. Supreme Soul Food and Robyan's Grill bring local flavor within a short walk. Shop N Go and Watergate 1 cover everyday grocery runs at 0.3 and 0.4 miles respectively. Latitude Climbing and Fitness, Onelife Fitness, and Pilates Health and Dance by Everlea all sit within 0.4 miles, so skipping the gym is harder to justify here.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about four minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is equally close at roughly four minutes. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Norfolk, and the short base commute is a genuine daily-life advantage. Anyone browsing Norfolk homes for sale with a short base drive as a priority should put this address on the list.

For first-time buyers

The 23504 zip code offers some of the most accessible entry points into Norfolk homeownership. This 1988-built multi-unit property puts walkable dining, parks, and gyms right outside the door — without needing a car for most errands. If you are weighing homes for sale in Norfolk and want an urban lifestyle with strong commute access, this block is worth a close look.

More buyer questions

How far is 734 Johnson Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about four minutes by car from 734 Johnson Ave. The short drive makes this one of the closer addresses to that installation in the Norfolk market.

What grocery options are near 734 Johnson Ave?

Shop N Go and Tobacco Plus are both 0.3 miles away, and Watergate 1 is 0.4 miles out. All three are reachable on foot.

Is 734 Johnson Ave in a flood zone?

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

Where can I find homes for sale zoned for Granby High School or homes for sale zoned for Jacox Elementary near this address?

Both school zone pages are linked from this site and show all current listings in those attendance boundaries.

How walkable is the area around 734 Johnson Ave?

Very walkable — a cafe, multiple restaurants, parks, and gyms are all within half a mile. Most daily errands are manageable without a car.

Tom and Dariya Milan know this part of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a full picture of what 734 Johnson Ave offers and what similar properties in 23504 have been doing.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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.

Flood & environment

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\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

12.6 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\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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 B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Ghent

Ghent is a historic neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia. It is known for tree-lined streets and early 20th-century home styles. The area has restored Victorian homes, charming cottages, and smaller multi-family homes.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$228

Sold $/sq ft

28d

Days on market

34

For sale now

$83K

HH income

31.7%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

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

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NMCP

Navy

17min·4.4mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

10min·3.3mi

NNSY

Navy

17min·4.5mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

18min·8.7mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

21min·9.6mi

Drive 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.

The numbers

Payment Calculator

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$7,156/mo

Principal & interest

$5,967

Property tax

$853

Home insurance

$335

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 & history

Comparables

Asking vs. assessment

138% of $832,600

City assessment record · taxes $10,241/yr

Land share of assessed value

5% — $44,600

Improvements $788,000 · assessor record ✓

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,150,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$10,241

Monthly Tax

$853

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.89%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 29, 2026$1,150,000—
Currently listed—$1,150,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

38% above assessment

Total Assessed

$832,600

Land

$44,600

Improvement

$788,000

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.

Questions buyers ask

Is 734 Johnson Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Jacox Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Blair Middle (VaHome School Score 2.8/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 734 Johnson Ave 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.
Does 734 Johnson Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 734 Johnson Ave built?+
It was built in 1988, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Listing courtesy of Phyllis Willoughby · EXIT Realty Central · REIN MLS #10655866

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734 Johnson Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23504 · MLS #10655866 · 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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