0 days on market
$285,000
249 W Freemason St #405
Norfolk, Virginia 23511
MLS# 10636125 · DOWNTOWN AREA · Norfolk VA
Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,914/mo
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Price / sq ft
$244
1,169 sq ft
Days on market
0
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
2003
23 yrs old
Beds
2
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,169
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryW.H. Taylor Elementary School8/10
- MiddleGhent Elementary—
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About this home
Welcome to this exquisite, top-floor, corner unit condo featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The open-concept layout offers a cozy fireplace and a modern kitchen complete with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Step out onto the private balcony and enjoy expansive city views. Additional highlights include under-building garage parking and convenient elevator access. Ideally located in…
Listed by Brandon Ratliff · Own Real Estate LLC
VaHome Team property overview
Unit 405 at 249 W Freemason Street puts you in the heart of Norfolk's historic Freemason district — a walkable, character-rich downtown neighborhood — with 1,169 square feet of condo living, two bedrooms, two baths, and a 2003 build that balances modern systems with classic surroundings.
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Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is pure location alchemy: you're on one of Norfolk's most storied streets, steps from independent restaurants, coffee shops, and green spaces, yet Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is just a two-minute drive away. For a two-bedroom, two-bath condo in a walkable urban core, that combination of downtown lifestyle and base proximity is genuinely hard to replicate anywhere in Hampton Roads.
DOWNTOWN AREA and the Norfolk real estate market
The Freemason Street Historic District is one of Norfolk's oldest and most architecturally distinctive neighborhoods, lined with 19th-century townhouses, brick sidewalks, and gas-lamp-style streetlights that give the area a texture you simply don't find in newer parts of the city. Living here means you're embedded in the cultural and civic heart of Norfolk — close to the Elizabeth River waterfront, the Chrysler Museum of Art, and the lively Ghent district just to the west. For anyone exploring houses to buy norfolk, this neighborhood consistently stands out because it offers genuine urban walkability without sacrificing neighborhood calm. The streets are quiet in the evenings, neighbors tend to know each other, and the scale of the blocks keeps things human-sized. Norfolk itself is a dynamic mid-sized city with a deep military heritage, a growing arts scene, and direct access to the broader Hampton Roads region — including Virginia Beach beaches, the Norfolk Premium Outlets, and the region's extensive waterway network.
What's nearby
Daily errands and leisure are genuinely walkable from 249 W Freemason. Freemason Abbey Restaurant and Omar's Carriage House are both within a tenth of a mile for dinner out, and Crave Bakery + Coffee Bar handles your morning coffee just as close. Marley's @ the Y! and aLatte Cafe give you additional café options within two blocks. For groceries, Macarthur General Store, Mercato Di Grazia, and Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli are all within 0.2 miles. Farragut Park and two Mermaid sculpture parks — Mermaid @ Bute St and Mermaid @ Freemason Green — offer green space steps away. The Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is 0.1 miles out, with Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios and Gym Downtown rounding out your fitness options nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are each about two minutes by car from this address — an unusually short commute even by Hampton Roads standards. A VA loan can make a condo like this highly accessible, and the walkable location means a second car is genuinely optional for day-to-day life. For military households juggling busy schedules, that kind of proximity and convenience adds up fast.
For buyers drawn to character
If what you're looking for is a home with a real sense of place — not a subdivision, not a generic floor plan — 249 W Freemason #405 delivers. You're in a National Register historic district, surrounded by pre-Civil War architecture, independent businesses, and a neighborhood that has been continuously lived-in and loved for over two centuries. The 2003 condo build gives you modern mechanicals inside a setting that no new construction can replicate.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 249 W Freemason St #405 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a two-minute drive from this address, making it one of the closest residential options to that base in the entire region.
Is 249 W Freemason St #405 part of an HOA?
Yes, as a condominium unit the property is part of a condo association — confirm current association details and any applicable rules with your agent during due diligence.
What is the flood zone status for 249 W Freemason St #405?
Flood zone designation for this address is available through the FloodRisk tile on this page, and your agent can pull the official FEMA map panel during the offer process.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 249 W Freemason St #405?
Macarthur General Store, Mercato Di Grazia, and Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli are all within 0.2 miles, making this one of the more grocery-walkable addresses in downtown Norfolk.
Can you walk to restaurants and coffee shops from this address?
Absolutely — Freemason Abbey Restaurant, Crave Bakery + Coffee Bar, Omar's Carriage House, and Marley's @ the Y! are all within a tenth of a mile, putting multiple dining and coffee options within a short stroll.
Want to see Unit 405 in person or have questions about the Freemason district? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's set up a visit.
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Location & Neighborhood
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249 W Freemason ST #405, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,169
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$285,000
Price / Sq Ft
$244
Annual Taxes
$4,223
Monthly Tax
$352
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.48%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 22, 2026 | $285,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $285,000 | — |
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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 hourly from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,914/moPrincipal & interest
$1,479
Property tax
$352
Home insurance
$83
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Own Real Estate LLC · MLS# 10636125
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$285,000
249 W Freemason ST #405, NORFOLK VA 23511
Norfolk, Virginia 23511
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