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ChesapeakeSOUTH NORFOLK909 Decatur St✓ Source: REIN MLS #10641590 · record updated Jul 7, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$219,900
$216 / sqft · est. $1,347/mo →
2beds
1baths
1,016sqft
4days on market

909 Decatur St, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Under ContractResidential · built 1924 · SOUTH NORFOLK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Built in 1924, this Craftsman bungalow blends historic character with thoughtful updates while maintaining its original appeal. Freshly painted inside and a new water vapor barrier underneath, this home is ready for its new owner to move in immediately. Inside you'll find 1,016 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and an easy, functional layout. The full-width front porch creates a welcoming entrance and a great place to relax, while the fenced backyard offers room for gardening, pets, or entertaining. Conveniently located near downtown Norfolk, the interstate, shopping, dining, and military bases, this home is a great fit for anyone looking for character, walkability, and a home that doesn't feel like every other house on the market.

Listing courtesy of Todd Morton · AtCoastal Realty · REIN MLS #10641590

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

909 Decatur Street is a century-old two-bedroom home in Chesapeake, Virginia, sitting just minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth. At just over 1,000 square feet, it offers a compact, manageable footprint with genuine vintage character on a residential street.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1924 carry a quality of craftsmanship that newer construction rarely replicates — thick plaster walls, deliberate room proportions, and details that give a house personality rather than just square footage. At 1,016 square feet, 909 Decatur Street is efficient without feeling cramped, and its location puts two major military installations within a five-minute drive, which is genuinely hard to beat in this part of Hampton Roads.

SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market

909 Decatur Street sits in a close-knit residential pocket of Chesapeake, Virginia, just across the city line from Portsmouth. This part of Chesapeake has a working-neighborhood feel — sidewalks, mature trees, and homes that have been part of the community for generations. The surrounding blocks are quiet and residential, yet you're never far from the commercial corridors that connect Chesapeake to Portsmouth and Norfolk. Chesapeake itself is one of the largest cities by land area in the entire country, but this corner of it feels genuinely local rather than sprawling. The proximity to the Elizabeth River and the industrial heritage of the shipyard district gives the area a distinct character you won't find in the newer suburban developments further south. It's a practical, grounded place to put down roots.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from Decatur Street. You're a short drive from grocery options along the Portsmouth and Chesapeake corridors, and local diners and casual restaurants are easy to reach. The waterfront areas of Portsmouth — including the Olde Towne historic district — are just a few minutes away and offer weekend dining, parks along the Elizabeth River, and a genuine sense of place. Norfolk's downtown and medical district are accessible without a long commute, and Interstate 264 and Route 17 keep the broader Hampton Roads region well within reach.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is literally two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is three. For active-duty personnel, that kind of gate-to-door proximity is rare and genuinely valuable — shorter commutes mean more time at home. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the compact size of this home keeps carrying costs lean during shorter duty-station tours.

For first-time buyers

A 1924 two-bedroom with character, a manageable footprint, and a location minutes from two military bases — 909 Decatur Street is the kind of first home that makes financial sense without sacrificing personality. At just over 1,000 square feet, there's nothing wasted, and the vintage details give you something to work with as you make it your own over time.

More buyer questions

How far is 909 Decatur Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately a 2-minute drive from 909 Decatur Street, making it one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard's main gate in Chesapeake.

How far is 909 Decatur Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about 3 minutes by car, placing 909 Decatur Street within easy reach of both major installations in the immediate area.

What is the property type and size at 909 Decatur Street?

909 Decatur Street is a single-family residential home built in 1924, offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,016 square feet of living space.

Is 909 Decatur Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 909 Decatur Street is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase 909 Decatur Street?

Yes — as a single-family residential property, 909 Decatur Street is generally eligible for VA loan financing, which can be a strong option for qualifying active-duty service members and veterans given the home's proximity to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth.

Want to see 909 Decatur Street in person or talk through the details? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know this corner of Chesapeake well.

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

1924

Price / sqft

$216

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,707/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10641590

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,016
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow, Craftsman
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1200
Subdivision
SOUTH NORFOLK
Zoning
RSFA1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
AT SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510034

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

South Norfolk

South Norfolk is one of Chesapeake's oldest urban neighborhoods, a historic borough laid out along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River at the city's northern edge.

$320K

Median sale · 12 mo

$192

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

42

For sale now

$62K

HH income

60.3%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

$1,347/mo

Principal & interest

$1,141

Property tax

$142

Home insurance

$64

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

130% of $169,000

City assessment record · taxes $1,707/yr

Land share of assessed value

47% — $80,000

Improvements $89,000 · 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

$190,000$250,000

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.

1319 Decatur ST · 0.4 mi · 1,056 sqft$230,000 sold 2026-02
1329 Porter ST · 0.5 mi · 967 sqft$230,000 sold 2026-05
612 Post AVE · 1 mi · 1,038 sqft$232,950 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$219,900

Price / Sq Ft

$216

Annual Taxes

$1,707

Monthly Tax

$142

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.78%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 3, 2026$219,900
Currently listed$219,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

30% above assessment

Total Assessed

$169,000

Land

$80,000

Improvement

$89,000

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:

Chesapeake 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 909 Decatur St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Rena B. Wright Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), Oscar Smith (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 909 Decatur St 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 909 Decatur St?+
Johnson Park is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 909 Decatur St?+
In and out smoke shop and deli is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Southside BBQ & Catering (0.1 mi).
Does 909 Decatur St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 909 Decatur St built?+
It was built in 1924, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Todd Morton · AtCoastal Realty · REIN MLS #10641590

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