15 days on market
$299,900
853 Benwood Rd
Norfolk, Virginia 23502
MLS# 10635961 · INGLESIDE NORTH · Norfolk VA
Updated 4 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,881/mo
Edit below
Price / sq ft
$273
1,100 sq ft
Days on market
15
HOA
None
Year built
1957
69 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,100
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryIngleside Elementary School8/10
- MiddleNorview Middle School2/10
- 2/10
Info provided by GreatSchools
About this home
Welcome to 853 Benwood Rd, a beautifully updated brick ranch tucked into the heart of highly desirable North Ingleside. Blending timeless character with thoughtful modern upgrades, this 3-bedroom home offers warm hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, and an inviting layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, including a new refrigerator, microwave, and…
Listed by Andy Nelson · Iron Valley Real Estate HR
VaHome Team property overview
853 Benwood Road is a 1,100-square-foot, three-bedroom brick ranch built in 1957 in Norfolk, Virginia. Compact, low-maintenance, and positioned minutes from two major military installations, it's a straightforward home in a well-connected part of the city.
Read full property overview ↓Show less ↑
Why this home stands out
Mid-century brick ranches like this one are built to last — solid construction, single-story living, and a manageable footprint that keeps upkeep honest. The 1957 build date puts 853 Benwood Road squarely in an era when homes were framed to stand for generations. Add a seven-minute commute to both USCG Base Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and the location alone sets this address apart from newer construction further from the water.
INGLESIDE NORTH and the Norfolk real estate market
853 Benwood Road sits in the southeastern quadrant of Norfolk, a part of the city that balances residential quiet with genuine urban connectivity. Norfolk itself is a place with real texture — waterfront history, a working port, and a military presence that shapes the rhythm of daily life here. If you've been searching through norfolk historic homes, you'll recognize the character of this corridor: post-war brick ranches lining tree-lined streets, built when neighborhoods were designed for people to actually live in, not just pass through. The surrounding area feeds into the broader Norfolk grid quickly, putting downtown, the waterfront, and major commercial corridors within easy reach. Ingleside Park is less than half a mile away, and two more green spaces are within a mile. It's the kind of location where you can step outside and actually get somewhere on foot or by bike, while still having quick highway access when you need it.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from Benwood Road. Military Produce Group LLC is just 0.7 miles away — a practical grocery stop that's particularly handy for service members and their families. Ingleside Park is a short four-tenths-of-a-mile walk for morning runs or afternoon downtime. When you want a quick bite, Fat Boy Grill And Deli is only 0.6 miles out. Chesterfield Heights Park and Broad Creek Park round out the green space options within a mile. A 7-Eleven nearby covers coffee and convenience runs, and VYBEZ LOUNGE offers a local nightlife option less than a mile from the front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and seven minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — 853 Benwood Road is about as well-positioned as it gets for dual-military households or anyone rotating through Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make a single-family brick home like this one more accessible than many buyers expect, and the short commute leaves more time for everything else that matters.
For first-time buyers
A three-bedroom, one-bath brick ranch at 1,100 square feet is a manageable first home — enough space to live comfortably without the overhead of a larger property. The 1957 construction means solid bones, and the location keeps you close to parks, grocery options, and two major employment centers. For buyers exploring va loan homes norfolk, this address checks a lot of practical boxes without unnecessary complexity.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 853 Benwood Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately seven minutes by car from 853 Benwood Road, making it one of the more commute-friendly addresses in this part of the city for Shipyard workers.
How far is 853 Benwood Road from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about seven minutes away, putting 853 Benwood Road in a strong position for Coast Guard personnel looking to minimize drive time.
What parks are near 853 Benwood Road?
Ingleside Park is the closest at 0.4 miles, with Chesterfield Heights Park at 0.9 miles and Broad Creek Park at 1.0 mile — all within easy walking or biking distance.
Is 853 Benwood Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data specific to the property.
What is the square footage and layout of 853 Benwood Road?
The home offers 1,100 square feet of single-story living with three bedrooms and one bathroom, built in 1957 as a brick ranch-style residence.
Want to know more about 853 Benwood Road or explore similar homes in Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Location & Neighborhood
Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.
Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,100
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$299,900
Price / Sq Ft
$273
Annual Taxes
$2,846
Monthly Tax
$237
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.95%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 21, 2026 | $299,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $299,900 | — |
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:
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.
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
Drive times to nearest basesDrive 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.
Estimate your monthly payment
$1,881/moPrincipal & interest
$1,556
Property tax
$237
Home insurance
$87
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 Iron Valley Real Estate HR · MLS# 10635961
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$299,900
853 Benwood RD, NORFOLK VA 23502
Norfolk, Virginia 23502
Request InfoQuick Facts
Schedule a tour
In-person or videoClick a day to pick a time