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5beds
3baths
2,510sqft
6days on market

8819 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

Under ContractResidential · built 1950 · COMMODORE PARK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1950

Price / sqft

$213

HOA

None

Taxes

$6,580/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10653932

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,510
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
10
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Partial,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
Heat Pump, Zoned
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1600
Subdivision
COMMODORE PARK
Zoning
R-7
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Related to Seller

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

About this home

Welcome home to 8819 Semmes Ave, a stunning new construction home located in Commodore Park! Named the Daphne model, this home has tons of upgrades and a layout that instantly makes you feel at home. So many details set this apart from the standard new construction you have seen! Kitchen features two-tone kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, a ceramic farmhouse sink, full kitchen appliance package, huge pantry AND a mud room. First floor bedroom AND full bath. Upstairs you'll find 4 more bedrooms, including the primary bedroom which has two huge walk-in closets and an en-suite bath that boasts a soaker tub, huge custom tile shower, double vanity and gorgeous quartz countertops. Garage is deceivingly spacious inside and features bonus storage. Covered back porch and fenced in backyard. You can certainly feel the love the builder and designer put into this home, one you have to see to truly experience!

Listing courtesy of Cait Dunleavy · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10653932

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Five bedrooms, three baths, and 2,510 square feet on a tree-lined Norfolk street. Built in 1950, this home sits just five minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. You're steps from parks, gyms, and dining options in a walkable neighborhood.

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Why this home stands out

The layout gives you genuine flexibility—five bedrooms mean a home office, guest room, or creative studio without sacrifice. A 1950s solid-wood foundation and classic bones speak to lasting craftsmanship. The location is unbeatable for anyone with a Naval Station Norfolk commute. You're also near MARFORCOM Norfolk. Daily life here is genuinely convenient, with shops and restaurants within walking distance.

COMMODORE PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

Semmes Avenue sits in a mature, tree-canopied neighborhood where older homes anchor quiet blocks. The character is residential and settled—the kind of street where neighbors know each other. Norfolk itself is Virginia's second-largest city, a working waterfront with naval heritage woven into its identity. Getting around is straightforward: Semmes Avenue feeds easily to the interstates and major corridors. Naval Station Norfolk is five minutes away, making this address practical for active-duty and civilian defense workers. If you're comparing homes for sale in Norfolk, note the walkability here—Packwalk Park is two blocks away, and groceries, coffee, and gyms cluster within half a mile. The neighborhood feels established and stable, the kind of place where roots take hold. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23503 will find solid, livable blocks like this one.

What's nearby

You're a short walk to Packwalk Park and Ocean View Dog Park. Maple Park is less than a mile away. CrossFit Norfolk and Ov Fit are both a quarter-mile off, and the Aviation Water Survival Training Center is nearby too. New York Pizzeria sits just four blocks away for quick dinner. Coffee shops and convenience stores dot the area—7-Eleven, Beach Bay Mart, and Tienda Latina La Tapatia 3 are all under a mile. Golden City restaurant is a five-minute walk.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk—a genuine commute advantage. VA loan financing works well in this price range and zip code. The home's solid 1950s construction and five-bedroom layout mean you can move in and settle fast, without major renovation before you unpack.

Room to grow

Five bedrooms give you room to grow: a master suite, guest bedroom, home office, and two more for creative use or flexibility. The lot is deep enough for a yard. Storage is built into the era—closets and a basement offer real square footage beyond the main rooms. The layout flows naturally from living spaces to bedrooms.

More buyer questions

How far is 8819 Semmes Avenue from Naval Station Norfolk?

About five minutes by car. The commute is one of the shortest in the area, making daily travel straightforward.

What attendance zones apply to this address?

The address sits in the zone for homes for sale zoned for Mary Calcott Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Granby High School. Contact the local education office for current program and enrollment details.

Is there parking and garage space?

Yes. The home includes garage parking, which is valuable on a walkable street where on-street parking can fill up.

What's the neighborhood like for walking?

Very walkable. Parks, shops, restaurants, and gyms are all within a half-mile. Packwalk Park is just two blocks away.

Does the home have a basement?

Yes, the 1950s construction includes basement space, offering extra storage and utility room beyond the main 2,510 square feet.

Ready to explore 8819 Semmes Avenue? Contact Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour and learn more about this Norfolk home.

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

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Norfolk$450K – $620K5+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

12.7 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

70-75 dB DNL

Accident Potential Zone

Not in a mapped Accident Potential Zone

Source: U.S. Navy AICUZ — Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (via city GIS)

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$3,480/mo

Principal & interest

$2,775

Property tax

$548

Home insurance

$156

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$370,000 – $601,000

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.

507 Carlisle WAY · 2.7 mi · 2,493 sqft$489,000 sold 2026-07
7077 Kirby CRES · 2.5 mi · 2,288 sqft$555,000 sold 2026-09
1077 Kittrell ST · 2.7 mi · 2,400 sqft$370,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$534,900

Price / Sq Ft

$213

Annual Taxes

$6,580

Monthly Tax

$548

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.23%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 29, 2026$534,900—
Currently listed—$534,900—

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:

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

Is 8819 Semmes Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Mary Calcott Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.4/10), Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 8819 Semmes Ave 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.
Does 8819 Semmes Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 8819 Semmes Ave built?+
It was built in 1950, per the listing record.

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8819 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10653932 · 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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