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$279,900
$254 / sqft · est. $1,704/mo →
3beds
1baths
1,100sqft
8days on market

825 W 48th St, Norfolk, VA 23508

ActiveResidential · built 1919 · HIGHLAND PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Beautifully renovated and move-in ready! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features fresh interior paint, new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, modern wide trim, updated lighting, and a stylish kitchen with a new backsplash and appliances, including a washer and dryer. The refreshed bathroom offers a new vanity, toilet, and fixtures. Water heater replaced in 2022. Situated on a large lot, the spacious backyard is fully enclosed by a new tall white privacy fence, providing the perfect space for entertaining, relaxing, gardening, or pets. Conveniently located near Old Dominion University, the Elizabeth River Trail, Ghent, Downtown Norfolk, shopping, dining, military bases, and major commuter routes. This turnkey home offers modern updates, a generous yard, and an unbeatable location. Virtual staging photos were added for inspiration.

Listing courtesy of Sudan Weng · Green Tree Real Estate Inc · REIN MLS #10640766

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

825 W 48th St is a 1919-built, 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in Norfolk, Virginia, offering 1,100 square feet of century-old character just minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth — a compact, well-located address with genuine historic bones.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1919, this home carries more than a century of Norfolk history in its walls. Homes of this era tend to feature details that simply aren't replicated in newer construction — think solid craftsmanship, mature lot character, and proportions that feel lived-in rather than mass-produced. At 1,100 square feet, the layout is efficient without feeling cramped, and the two-bedroom footprint suits a wide range of households looking for something with real personality.

HIGHLAND PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

The 23508 zip code sits in a well-established residential pocket of Norfolk where early-twentieth-century homes line quiet streets and neighbors tend to know each other by name. This part of the city has a settled, unhurried feel — the kind of block where front porches still get used. If you've been searching for a house for sale in norfolk va that offers genuine neighborhood texture rather than a freshly stamped subdivision, this corridor delivers. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct, walkable districts, and the area around W 48th St benefits from proximity to both urban conveniences and the waterfront culture that defines Hampton Roads. The surrounding streets are a mix of owner-occupied homes and long-term residents, giving the area a stable, community-oriented character that newer developments rarely replicate.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Groceries, pharmacies, and everyday retail are reachable within a short drive, and the broader Colley Avenue and Ghent corridors — both known for independent restaurants, coffee shops, and local retail — are just a few minutes away. Norfolk's waterfront parks and the Elizabeth River Trail system give outdoor options without a long commute. For medical professionals and military families, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly six minutes out, and USCG Base Portsmouth sits about seven minutes away, making gate-to-door timing genuinely manageable on a daily basis.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Six minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and seven to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math works in your favor here. A VA loan can make a century-old home like this one surprisingly accessible, and owning in a stable Norfolk neighborhood means you're building equity in a city with deep military roots and strong long-term demand. Homes in norfolk at this price point and location don't come around constantly.

For first-time buyers

A 1919 home with 1,100 square feet in an established Norfolk neighborhood is a meaningful entry point into homeownership. The two-bedroom, one-bath layout is manageable to maintain, and the historic character gives you something to work with rather than a blank, builder-grade canvas. Pair that with proximity to two military installations and a city full of amenities, and this address punches above its footprint.

More buyer questions

How far is 825 W 48th St from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes from 825 W 48th St under typical traffic conditions. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion that affects other parts of Hampton Roads.

How old is the home at 825 W 48th St?

The home was built in 1919, making it over 100 years old. Homes of this era in Norfolk often feature construction-quality details and architectural proportions that differ noticeably from modern builds.

Is 825 W 48th St in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this property is shown in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.

What is the square footage of 825 W 48th St?

The home offers 1,100 square feet of living space across a 2-bedroom, 1-bath layout — a compact but functional footprint well-suited to individuals, couples, or small households.

Does 825 W 48th St have a garage?

Garage and parking details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough, as features on century-old homes can vary from what's reflected in public records.

Want to walk through 825 W 48th St or ask Tom and Dariya a question about the neighborhood? Reach out — they know this part of Norfolk well and are happy to help.

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

1919

Price / sqft

$254

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,038/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10640766

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,100
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Full,Privacy
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
HIGHLAND PARK
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
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 B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Colonial Place

Colonial Place is a historic residential neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and early 20th-century architecture.

$365K

Median sale · 12 mo

$242

Sold $/sq ft

12d

Days on market

11

For sale now

$85K

HH income

56.4%

Owner-occupied

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

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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

$1,704/mo

Principal & interest

$1,452

Property tax

$170

Home insurance

$82

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

169% of $165,700

City assessment record · taxes $2,038/yr

Land share of assessed value

25% — $42,000

Improvements $123,700 · 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

$190,000 – $285,900

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.

388 Boush ST #122 · 2.5 mi · 1,097 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-03
388 Boush ST #302 · 2.5 mi · 1,117 sqft$258,000 sold 2026-05
435 Monticello Ave NONE #400A · 2.5 mi · 1,080 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$279,900

Price / Sq Ft

$254

Annual Taxes

$2,038

Monthly Tax

$170

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.73%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 23, 2026$279,900—
Currently listed—$279,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

69% above assessment

Total Assessed

$165,700

Land

$42,000

Improvement

$123,700

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

8 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 825 W 48th St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Larchmont Elementary (GreatSchools 7/10), Blair Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Maury (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 825 W 48th St 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 825 W 48th St?+
Yes — GUD Yoga is about 0.1 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 825 W 48th St?+
47th Street Rain Garden is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 825 W 48th St?+
Westside Produce and Provisions is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Mazzika Hookah Lounge (0.1 mi).
Does 825 W 48th St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 825 W 48th St built?+
It was built in 1919, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Sudan Weng · Green Tree Real Estate Inc · REIN MLS #10640766

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825 W 48th St, Norfolk, Virginia 23508 · MLS #10640766 · 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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