20 days on market
$319,900
812 Johnson Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
MLS# 10635054 · HUNTERSVILLE · Norfolk VA
Updated 6 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,995/mo
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Price / sq ft
$219
1,460 sq ft
Days on market
20
HOA
None
Year built
1890
136 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,460
Garage
No
About this home
Beautiful fully renovated 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home with large backyard in quiet neighborhood! Newly remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, granite, & stainless appliances! Lovely open concept living room & dining room with new LVP flooring great for entertaining! Entire house rehabbed to studs including electrical & plumbing. Upgrades include new remodeled bathrooms, carpet, 30 year roof, & premium light fixtures. La…
Listed by Steven Crawford · Swell Realty Co
VaHome Team property overview
812 Johnson Avenue is a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath Victorian-era home in Norfolk, Virginia, built in 1890 and offering 1,460 square feet of character-rich living just four minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth.
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Why this home stands out
Few homes in this price range carry more than a century of architectural history. Built in 1890, 812 Johnson Avenue brings original-era bones — think tall ceilings, classic proportions, and the kind of craftsmanship that simply isn't replicated today — into a walkable, well-connected Norfolk neighborhood. With two full bases under five minutes away and a full lineup of daily conveniences within half a mile, the location does as much work as the house itself.
HUNTERSVILLE and the Norfolk real estate market
Johnson Avenue sits in a mature, close-knit pocket of Norfolk where the streets are lined with late-nineteenth and early-twentieth-century homes that give the area a genuine sense of place. If you've been searching for a house for sale in Norfolk with real neighborhood character rather than a subdivision feel, this corridor delivers. The surrounding blocks mix long-term residents with newcomers drawn by the area's central position in the city — you're equidistant from the waterfront, downtown, and the military corridor along the Portsmouth border. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast, shaped by the Navy, the arts, and a deep maritime identity. Getting around is straightforward: major roads fan out in every direction, and the broader Hampton Roads highway network is accessible without a lengthy surface-street crawl. The neighborhood has a lived-in, authentic energy — block parties, front-porch conversations, and neighbors who actually know each other.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from 812 Johnson Avenue. Turner's Market and Tees are both within 0.2 miles for quick grocery runs, and Shop N Go #4 is just 0.4 miles out. When you want to eat, Sweet Jams Cafe is a short 0.1-mile walk, Quick Eats by Nikki is 0.3 miles away, and Mama Beans LLC rounds out the local dining options at 0.4 miles. Coffee is covered at Blaze on Granby, Zeke's, or The Natural Path Cafe and Studio, all within 0.8 miles. Fitness options are equally strong — Latitude Climbing and Fitness is 0.4 miles away, Onelife Fitness and Todd's Eastside Boxing Club are both 0.6 miles out. Huntersville Park is 0.2 miles away, with Crispus Attucks Park and Goff Street Park also close by.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are each about four minutes from the front door — a commute that barely registers. That proximity makes BAH work hard here, and a VA loan is a natural fit for a property with this kind of structural history and location. For military households juggling demanding schedules, shaving time off the daily drive genuinely matters.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes built in 1890 don't come with the shortcuts of modern construction — they come with solid bones, generous ceiling heights, and architectural details that took real skill to produce. If you're someone who'd rather buy house in Norfolk with a story than a brand-new build with none, 812 Johnson Avenue is the kind of address worth a serious look. The age is a feature, not a footnote.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 812 Johnson Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately four minutes from 812 Johnson Avenue by car, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the area.
How far is 812 Johnson Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about four minutes away, putting two major installations within a very short drive of the front door.
What is the square footage and layout of 812 Johnson Avenue?
The home offers 1,460 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, in a Victorian-era structure built in 1890.
Is 812 Johnson Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification.
Are there parks and green spaces near 812 Johnson Avenue?
Yes — Huntersville Park is just 0.2 miles away, Crispus Attucks Park is 0.4 miles out, and Goff Street Park is within half a mile, giving you several outdoor options close to home.
Want to walk through 812 Johnson Avenue in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Norfolk market well — reach out and let's set something up.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,460
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$319,900
Price / Sq Ft
$219
Annual Taxes
$2,902
Monthly Tax
$242
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.91%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 14, 2026 | $319,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $319,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 24, 2026.
Total Assessed
$235,900
Land
$43,500
Improvement
$192,400
Parcel ID: 1438306602
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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
$1,995/moPrincipal & interest
$1,660
Property tax
$242
Home insurance
$93
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 Swell Realty Co · MLS# 10635054
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$319,900
812 Johnson AVE, NORFOLK VA 23504
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
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