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NorfolkFOREST PARK8227 Briarwood Cir✓ Source: REIN MLS #10633583 · record updated Jul 16, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$435,000
$193 / sqft · est. $2,770/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
2,257sqft
71days on market

8227 Briarwood Cir, Norfolk, VA 23518

ActiveResidential · built 1952 · FOREST PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This beautifully reimagined Cape Cod has been taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, delivering over 2,200 sq ft of modern living paired with timeless character. This LIKE new construction home has it all! The comprehensive renovation includes ALL-NEW: plumbing, electrical, gas lines, HVAC and ductwork, crawlspace insulation with a 6-mil vapor barrier, windows, doors, siding, roof, insulation, drywall, concrete driveway, front porch, and a full security system. Offering 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 tastefully finished bathrooms, the home is highlighted by an expansive owner's suite featuring a spa-inspired bath with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and impressive closet space. With the feel of new construction and the charm of a classic Cape Cod, this home is truly one of a kind! You have to see it to believe it, so come tour today!

Listing courtesy of John Castiglioni · ONYX Realty Professionals · REIN MLS #10633583

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

8227 Briarwood Circle is a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home with 2,257 square feet in Norfolk's Forest Park neighborhood, built in 1952 and sitting just eight minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. It's a well-sized mid-century property in a community with deep roots and easy access to everything.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 8227 Briarwood Circle apart is the combination of genuine square footage — 2,257 feet is a lot of room for a mid-century Norfolk home — and a circular street address that typically means lower through-traffic and a quieter daily rhythm. Add two full bases within nine minutes and a grocery cluster half a mile away, and this address checks a lot of practical boxes at once.

FOREST PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

Forest Park is one of those Norfolk neighborhoods that has been quietly doing its thing for decades. The streets are established, the trees are mature, and the layout has a settled, residential feel that newer subdivisions often can't replicate. Briarwood Circle sits within easy reach of the Oceanview corridor and the broader East Side of Norfolk, giving you waterfront proximity without waterfront prices. If you're searching norfolk virginia homes for sale and want a neighborhood with actual character — sidewalks, shade trees, a real sense of place — Forest Park tends to rise to the top of that list. Norfolk itself is a city that rewards people who dig in: a working waterfront, a genuine arts scene, and a military community that keeps the economy grounded. The 23518 zip code in particular has become a go-to for buyers who want space, proximity to both major bases, and a neighborhood that feels like a neighborhood.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely easy from Briarwood Circle. ALDI is half a mile away for quick grocery runs, and if you want something more specialized, Mi Calavera Latin Store & Butcher Shop and Watergate 3 International Food Market are both within the same half-mile radius — that's a lot of culinary variety close to home. For a quick bite, ROLOP and La Isla del Encanto Food Truck are under half a mile, with Rally's right there too. Apelu Island Cafe is a local favorite for coffee within walking distance. Fitness options are well-covered: Muscle Beach East Gym, Anytime Fitness, and Somnium CrossFit are all under a mile. Oakmont North Playgrounds is less than a mile away for outdoor time with kids.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and nine minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story — 8227 Briarwood Circle is about as well-positioned as a Norfolk address gets for dual-base households. The 2,257 square feet gives growing military families real room to spread out, and a VA loan can make this size of home more accessible than you might expect. BAH rates for the 23518 area are worth a close look.

For families upgrading

If you've outgrown your current space, 2,257 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths gives your family room to breathe. Forest Park's established streets and mature landscaping create the kind of settled environment that's hard to find in newer builds — and Oakmont North Playgrounds is less than a mile away when the kids need to burn energy. This is the kind of address where you actually stay a while.

More buyer questions

How far is 8227 Briarwood Circle from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is approximately eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the more convenient addresses in Norfolk for sailors and civilians working on base. The route is straightforward with no major highway dependencies.

How far is 8227 Briarwood Circle from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about nine minutes away, which is a genuinely short commute for a base that can be harder to reach from other parts of the city. This proximity makes Briarwood Circle a strong candidate for households tied to either base.

What is the Forest Park neighborhood like in Norfolk?

Forest Park is an established mid-century neighborhood on Norfolk's east side, characterized by mature trees, a mix of well-kept single-family homes, and a residential pace that feels removed from the busier corridors nearby. It has the kind of settled, walkable character that takes decades to develop.

Is 8227 Briarwood Circle in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.

Are there grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance of Briarwood Circle?

Yes — ALDI, Mi Calavera Latin Store & Butcher Shop, and Watergate 3 International Food Market are all within half a mile, and several restaurants including ROLOP and La Isla del Encanto Food Truck are under half a mile as well. It's a surprisingly well-stocked immediate area.

Want to know more about 8227 Briarwood Circle or Forest Park? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1952

Price / sqft

$193

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,629/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10633583

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,257
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod, Craftsman
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Partial
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
FOREST PARK
Zoning
R-7
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
4 Space, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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

In the Chesapeake Shores & Bayview neighborhood of Norfolk. homes for sale in Norfolk

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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

Run the real carrying cost

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

$2,770/mo

Principal & interest

$2,257

Property tax

$386

Home insurance

$127

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

150% of $289,300

City assessment record · taxes $4,629/yr

Land share of assessed value

31% — $89,300

Improvements $200,000 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$365,000$460,000

The 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.

6348 Whittier DR · 2.1 mi · 2,243 sqft$460,000 sold 2026-05
6335 Devonshire RD · 2 mi · 2,150 sqft$425,000 sold 2026-06
6384 Dove ST · 1.9 mi · 1,998 sqft$403,800 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$435,000

Price / Sq Ft

$193

Annual Taxes

$4,629

Monthly Tax

$386

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.06%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 6, 2026$435,000
Price reducedMay 19, 2026$435,000−$2,000
Currently listed$435,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

50% above assessment

Total Assessed

$289,300

Land

$89,300

Improvement

$200,000

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.

Market tempo

71 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 8227 Briarwood Cir in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Crossroads Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Azalea Gardens Middle, Norview (GreatSchools 4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 8227 Briarwood Cir 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.
Is there a gym near 8227 Briarwood Cir?+
Yes — Muscle Beach East Gym is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 8227 Briarwood Cir?+
Oakmont North Playgrounds is about 0.8 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 8227 Briarwood Cir?+
ALDI is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is ROLOP (0.4 mi).
Does 8227 Briarwood Cir have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 8227 Briarwood Cir built?+
It was built in 1952, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of John Castiglioni · ONYX Realty Professionals · REIN MLS #10633583

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