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NorfolkBAYVIEW PARK8526 Circle Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10637199 · record updated Jun 22, 2026 · synced every 5 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$545,000
$248 / sqft · est. $3,523/mo →
3beds
3baths
2,200sqft
7days on market

8526 Circle Dr, Norfolk, VA 23503

Under ContractResidential · built 1951 · BAYVIEW PARK

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek, Tidal.

Frontage

Creek · Tidal ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Tucked away on one of Bayview's most loved waterfront streets, this one-of-a-kind home on Circle Drive perfectly mixes classic 1950s character with thoughtful modern updates that actually matter. From the moment you arrive, the vibe is unmistakable: relaxed, private, and full of personality. Inside, timeless charm meets meaningful improvements, creating a space that feels both stylish and comfortable. Outside is where this home truly shines. Enjoy peaceful water views, a quiet setting, and a backyard that feels like your own hidden retreat, open enough to soak in the scenery yet wooded just enough to attract birds and local wildlife for a little everyday nature show. Whether you are sipping coffee by the water, hosting friends, or simply enjoying the calm that Circle Drive is known for, this home delivers a rare blend of character, privacy, and waterfront living that is hard to find in Norfolk.

Listing courtesy of Christopher O'Brien · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10637199

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 2,200-square-foot, three-bed, three-bath home built in 1951 on Circle Drive in Norfolk, Virginia — just five minutes from Naval Station Norfolk and steps from Northside Park's trails and green space. Solid bones, generous square footage, and an unbeatable location close to two major bases.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 8526 Circle Drive apart is the combination of size and proximity that's genuinely hard to find in this pocket of Norfolk. At 2,200 square feet with three full baths — rare for a home of this era — there's real breathing room here. Add a five-minute drive to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM, and you've got a location that simply makes daily life easier for anyone connected to the waterfront military community.

BAYVIEW PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

Circle Drive sits in a quiet residential stretch of northern Norfolk, a city with deep nautical roots and a surprisingly diverse mix of neighborhoods — from waterfront enclaves to mature, tree-lined streets like this one. The 23503 zip code places you in one of Norfolk's most strategically located corners: close to the base corridor, close to the water, and close to everyday conveniences without the congestion of downtown. If you've been searching for sale norfolk va and kept finding properties that compromise on either size or location, this part of the city tends to offer both. Norfolk itself is a place people underestimate until they live here — the restaurant scene, the parks, the arts district, and the harbor all punch above the city's weight. The 1950s-era homes on streets like Circle Drive tend to have larger lots and more square footage than newer infill construction, giving buyers genuine space at a scale that feels livable rather than cramped.

What's nearby

Northside Park is practically in your backyard — the multi-use mountain bike trail and two park shelters are just 0.2 miles away, making it easy to get outside without getting in a car. Mom & Pops Family Restaurant is a short 0.3-mile walk when you want a low-key meal close to home. Coaster Coffee at 0.5 miles is a local spot worth knowing for your morning routine. For quick errands, a BP and an Amoco station are both under a mile away, and Dollar General rounds out the nearby options at 0.9 miles. Multiple 7-Eleven locations within a half-mile cover those last-minute needs any time of day.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and six minutes to MARFORCOM — 8526 Circle Drive is as close to the base corridor as you can get without living on it. For military families weighing a VA loan and trying to minimize the commute, this address checks the box hard. Three full baths means no morning traffic jams inside the house either, which matters when schedules run tight.

For families upgrading

At 2,200 square feet with three bedrooms and three full baths, 8526 Circle Drive gives growing families the space to actually spread out. The 1951 construction means solid build quality and rooms with real dimensions — not the narrow layouts common in newer townhomes. Northside Park's trails are 0.2 miles away, and Mom & Pops is a short walk when nobody wants to cook.

More buyer questions

How far is 8526 Circle Drive from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is approximately five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base addresses in the 23503 zip code. MARFORCOM Norfolk is roughly six minutes in the same direction.

What is the square footage of 8526 Circle Drive?

The home measures 2,200 square feet with three bedrooms and three full bathrooms — a notably generous layout for a 1951-built property in this part of Norfolk.

Is 8526 Circle Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation and zone details.

Are there parks near 8526 Circle Drive?

Yes — Northside Park's multi-use mountain bike trail and two park shelters are just 0.2 miles from the front door, making it one of the most walkable-to-green-space addresses in the immediate area.

What year was 8526 Circle Drive built?

The home was built in 1951, placing it in the post-war construction era that's known for larger room dimensions, solid framing, and lot sizes that newer infill development rarely matches.

Want to see 8526 Circle Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corner of Norfolk well — reach out and they'll set up a walkthrough at your convenience.

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

1951

Price / sqft

$248

HOA

None

Taxes

$6,437/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10637199

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

Flood & environment

The flood answer first — quantified, not buried

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

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

$3,523/mo

Principal & interest

$2,828

Property tax

$536

Home insurance

$159

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

104% of $523,400

City assessment record · taxes $6,437/yr

Land share of assessed value

26% — $136,400

Improvements $387,000 · 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

$199,000$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.

964 Marietta AVE · 2.3 mi · 2,184 sqft$199,000 sold 2026-05
6425 Glenoak DR · 2.3 mi · 2,201 sqft$399,900 sold 2026-06
977 Wolcott AVE · 2.2 mi · 2,316 sqft$380,000 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$545,000

Price / Sq Ft

$248

Annual Taxes

$6,437

Monthly Tax

$536

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.18%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
Price reducedJun 10, 2026$545,000−$15,000
ListedJun 15, 2026$545,000
Currently listed$545,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$523,400

Land

$136,400

Improvement

$387,000

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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 8526 Circle Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Mary Calcott Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Northside Middle School (GreatSchools 3/10), Granby (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 8526 Circle Dr 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.
Are there parks near 8526 Circle Dr?+
Northside Park Mountain Bike Trail - Multi Use Trail is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 8526 Circle Dr?+
bp is about 0.8 miles away. The closest dining on record is Mom & Pops Family Restaurant (0.3 mi).
Is 8526 Circle Dr a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek,Tidal.
Does 8526 Circle Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 8526 Circle Dr built?+
It was built in 1951, per the listing record.

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

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