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3beds
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$244per sqft
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929 Decatur St, Chesapeake, VA 23324

New ListingResidential · built 1920 · SOUTH NORFOLK · MLS #10661679

Price per sqft$244compare with nearby salesSchools
Oscar F. SmithHigh3.8
Oscar SmithMiddle2.4
Rena B. Wright PrimaryElementary—
VaHome School ScoreEst. payment$1,820/moall-in · 20% down · 6.75% · adjustPrice since listing…checking price historyFlood
Low / moderate riskZone X
flood insurance not requiredTaxes$2,120/yrfrom the public recordHOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS recordCondo feeNAnot a condo

OverviewAbout this home

Welcome home! This move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has so much new: Roof, HVAC to include all duct work, flooring, paint, GE washer/dryer and double driveway. Whirlpool appliances. Enjoy efficient natural gas heat, hot water, and cooking. Crawl space updates. Outside, an enormous wraparound deck overlooking your backyard oasis, leading to a two-story workshop with electricity and cable. Nothing left to do but move in and enjoy! Pre-listing home and termite inspections are complete and available for review.

Listing courtesy of Sheila Stockton · The Bryant Group · REIN MLS #10661679

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1920
Price / sqft$244
HOANone
Taxes$2,120/yr
CountyChesapeake VA
MLS #10661679

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,229
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Porch, Workshop
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
SOUTH NORFOLK
Zoning
RSFA1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
4 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

929 Decatur Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Chesapeake, Virginia, built in 1920 and offering 1,229 square feet of living space. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about two minutes away. Johnson Park sits just down the block, and everyday errands are all within walking distance.

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See all Chesapeake homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23324, homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School, and homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School. Nearby, look at South Norfolk homes for sale, Chesapeake waterfront homes for sale, Chesapeake condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Chesapeake.

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Why this home stands out

Few addresses in Chesapeake put you this close to two major installations at once. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about three. The 1920 build date gives the home a bones-and-character foundation that newer construction rarely matches. At 1,229 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, the layout is efficient without feeling tight. Johnson Park is 0.2 miles away, and Rich Port Coffee is just around the corner.

SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market

929 Decatur Street sits in the Berkley area of Chesapeake, one of the city's older, established corridors along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River. The streets here are lined with early-twentieth-century homes, many of them well-maintained and full of original detail. It's a compact, walkable block pattern — the kind of neighborhood where you know your neighbors and can reach a park on foot. Berkley Park and Lakeside Park are both within a short drive, adding green space to the daily routine. Chesapeake is the second-largest city by land area in the continental United States, and it offers a wide range of services, parks, and infrastructure. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 464 and the Downtown Tunnel connect you quickly to Norfolk, Portsmouth, and the broader Hampton Roads region. Anyone browsing homes for sale in 23324 will find that this zip code offers some of the shortest base-commute times in the metro area. The city's mix of urban edge and suburban depth makes it a practical base for exploring all of Hampton Roads.

What's nearby

Daily life runs smoothly from Decatur Street. Rich Port Coffee is 0.3 miles away for your morning cup, and Dunkin' is just 0.4 miles out. Southside BBQ & Catering is a short walk for a sit-down meal, and McDonald's and Mak's Chinese Restaurant are both within 0.4 miles. For quick grocery runs, In and Out Smoke Shop and Deli is 0.3 miles away, with Shop 'N' Go and Dollar General each at 0.6 miles. Johnson Park is 0.2 miles from the front door — a quick walk for fresh air or an afternoon outside.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about two minutes from 929 Decatur Street, and USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly three. That kind of commute is rare anywhere in Hampton Roads. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and the home's straightforward layout means fewer surprises during the inspection process. Buyers using a VA loan will find this a practical address to evaluate.

For first-time buyers

A 1920-built, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home at 1,229 square feet is a manageable entry point into Chesapeake homeownership. The lot is walkable to a park, a coffee shop, and everyday errands — no car required for the basics. Chesapeake homes for sale at this size and vintage tend to offer more character per square foot than newer builds at a comparable footprint. It's a solid first step into the market.

More buyer questions

How far is 929 Decatur Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about two minutes away by car — one of the closest residential addresses to the installation in the area.

What is the flood zone status for 929 Decatur Street?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation.

How old is the home at 929 Decatur Street?

The home was built in 1920, making it over a century old and part of Chesapeake's earliest residential fabric.

Are there parks near 929 Decatur Street?

Johnson Park is 0.2 miles away, Berkley Park is 0.6 miles out, and Lakeside Park is 0.7 miles from the front door.

What schools serve 929 Decatur Street?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School or homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School will find that this address falls within those attendance zones — the Schools tile on this page has full details.

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

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

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

HighOscar F. Smith High School
3.8/10
Down 0.2 from 2024–25
MiddleOscar Smith Middle School
2.4/10
Down 1.3 from 2024–25
ElementaryRena B. Wright Primary SchoolPK–2 · SOL testing starts in grade 3
—

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.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NNSY

Navy

10min·4.2mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

7min·1.8mi

NMCP

Navy

11min·4.5mi

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

15min·8.6mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

22min·11.8mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510034

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’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

10.5 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’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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.

Explore this neighborhoodSouth Norfolk

South Norfolk is one of Chesapeake's oldest urban areas. It is a historic borough at the city's north edge. The borough was laid out along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River.

$305KMedian sale · 12 mo
$193Sold $/sq ft
21dDays on market
32For sale now
$62KHH income
60.3%Owner-occupied

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

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CostPayment calculator

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

$1,820/mo

Principal & interest

$1,556

Property tax

$177

Home insurance

$87

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 & historyComparables

Price context: similar nearby homes$177,000 – $335,000The 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.
4000 Hamilton ST · 2.3 mi · 1,235 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-05
1207 Earle AVE · 2.3 mi · 1,175 sqft$320,000 sold 2026-04
1800 Portlock RD · 2.3 mi · 1,179 sqft$185,000 sold 2026-10

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$299,900

Price / Sq Ft

$244

Annual Taxes

$2,120

Monthly Tax

$177

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.71%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedNov 13, 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:

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.

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CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
929 Decatur Stthis home$299,900321,229$244
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 929 Decatur St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Rena B. Wright Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (VaHome School Score 2.4/10), Oscar Smith (VaHome School Score 2.4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 929 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.
Does 929 Decatur St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 929 Decatur St built?
It was built in 1920, 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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929 Decatur St, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10661679 · 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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