3 days on market
$276,777
903 Oakwood St
Norfolk, Virginia 23523
MLS# 10641785 · CAMPOSTELLA HEIGHTS · Norfolk VA
Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,747/mo
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Price / sq ft
$190
1,453 sq ft
Days on market
3
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1928
98 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,453
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryCampostella Elementary School4/10
- MiddleLake Taylor School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Perfect starter home! This 3-bedrooms, 1.5 baths features an newer HVAC and Roof, wood floors, gorgeous granite counter tops, tons of cabinet space, formal dining area. Cozy family room and relaxing covered front porch. A 2-car detached garage, a basement that's perfect for storage. Sellers are easy to work with and are ready to move. Call today for your personal tour.
Listed by Pamela Laurens · The Real Estate Group
VaHome Team property overview
903 Oakwood Street is a 1928-built, three-bedroom home in Norfolk, Virginia, offering 1,453 square feet of classic character just four minutes from both USCG Base Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard — a rare dual-base location that's hard to beat.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 903 Oakwood Street apart is its unbeatable proximity to two major installations — USCG Base Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are each roughly four minutes away. Add in a 1928 build with the kind of solid construction and architectural detail that newer homes rarely replicate, and you have a property that earns its place on any serious shortlist. The half-bath addition gives everyday practicality without sacrificing the home's original bones.
CAMPOSTELLA HEIGHTS and the Norfolk real estate market
903 Oakwood Street sits in the southern reaches of Norfolk, a city that has been shaping Hampton Roads for centuries and continues to draw people who want urban convenience without sacrificing neighborhood feel. This part of Norfolk carries a working-class authenticity — tree-lined streets, modest yards, and neighbors who tend to stay put. The area sits close to the Elizabeth River corridor, giving the surroundings an industrial-maritime character that feels genuinely rooted in place. Norfolk itself offers a dense network of restaurants, parks, waterfront attractions, and cultural venues spread across its many distinct districts. Getting around is straightforward: major routes like Military Highway and Interstate 264 are accessible without a long drive, and the broader Hampton Roads region — including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth — is within easy reach. For anyone tied to the waterfront installations that define this region, the Oakwood Street address puts daily commutes in a category most Norfolk addresses simply cannot match.
What's nearby
Daily life is well-supported from 903 Oakwood Street. Grocery runs are manageable with Food Lion and other neighborhood staples nearby. The Elizabeth River Trail system offers outdoor access for walkers, runners, and cyclists who want to get outside without driving. Downtown Norfolk's dining and entertainment scene is a short trip north, while the Berkley and Campostella neighborhoods offer closer-to-home options for coffee and quick bites. Portsmouth's Olde Towne district — with its waterfront restaurants and weekend farmers market — is just across the river and easy to reach in minutes from this address.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and four minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — 903 Oakwood Street is one of the few addresses in the region that puts two major installations within a single traffic light of your front door. For service members using a VA loan to purchase, the combination of commute time and purchase potential here is genuinely difficult to replicate elsewhere in Norfolk.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 903 Oakwood Street offers a tangible foothold in Norfolk — a 1928-built, three-bedroom home with 1,453 square feet and a layout that gives you room to grow. The character details of a nearly century-old build come standard, and the location near two major military installations means the surrounding area carries long-term stability.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 903 Oakwood Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately four minutes from 903 Oakwood Street by car, making it one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard in the city. The short commute is a defining feature of this location.
How far is 903 Oakwood Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about four minutes away, putting 903 Oakwood Street in the unusual position of being equidistant from two separate installations. Coast Guard personnel assigned to the base will find this address exceptionally convenient.
What architectural style is the home at 903 Oakwood Street?
Built in 1928, the home reflects the vernacular residential construction common to early twentieth-century Norfolk — practical floor plans, durable materials, and details like period trim work that give the interior a warmth newer construction rarely achieves.
Is 903 Oakwood Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 903 Oakwood Street is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel. Reviewing that tile before making any decisions about the property is recommended.
What is the square footage and layout of 903 Oakwood Street?
The home offers 1,453 square feet across three bedrooms and one full bath plus a half bath, a configuration that suits a range of household sizes while keeping the footprint manageable for a single owner.
Want to know more about 903 Oakwood Street or schedule a walkthrough? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out today.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,453
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$276,777
Price / Sq Ft
$190
Annual Taxes
$2,759
Monthly Tax
$230
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.00%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 26, 2026 | $276,777 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $276,777 | — |
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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 every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,747/moPrincipal & interest
$1,436
Property tax
$230
Home insurance
$81
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by The Real Estate Group · MLS# 10641785
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$276,777
903 Oakwood ST, NORFOLK VA 23523
Norfolk, Virginia 23523
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