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4beds
2.1baths
1,418sqft
0days on market

961 Avenue J Ave, Norfolk, VA 23513

New ListingResidential · built 1996 · LINCOLN PARK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1996

Price / sqft

$202

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,972/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10656880

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,418
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
11
Appliances
Dishwasher, Elec Range

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1752
Subdivision
LINCOLN PARK
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

A Norfolk location that keeps you connected to the places you go most. From Avenue J, enjoy access to Interstate 64 and Little Creek Road, with Naval Station Norfolk, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story, Norfolk International Airport, and the Ocean View shoreline within reach. Shopping and dining are nearby, too. Back at home, mature trees frame a fenced backyard with room to enjoy the outdoors, and a detached shed adds useful storage. Inside, the home offers 4 bedrooms with 2 1/2 bathrooms. Laundry space next to the Kitchen with separate Dining Room and a spacious Living Room. Some photos are virtually staged and edited with AI.

Listing courtesy of Matthew Moubray · LPT Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10656880

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

961 Avenue J is a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Norfolk, Virginia, built in 1996. It sits in the 23513 zip code, about eight minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. The lot puts Oakmont North Playgrounds just a tenth of a mile away. There is a lot to like at this address among Norfolk homes for sale.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23513, homes for sale zoned for Norview High School, and homes for sale zoned for Crossroads School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Norfolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Chesapeake Shores & Bayview homes for sale, Norfolk waterfront homes for sale, Norfolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Norfolk.

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Why this home stands out

Four bedrooms in 1,418 square feet means every room earns its place. The half-bath on the main level keeps daily routines from stacking up. Built in 1996, the bones are solid and the layout is practical. Two full baths upstairs handle the morning rush without drama. The proximity to two major bases — Naval Station Norfolk at eight minutes and MARFORCOM Norfolk at nine — is hard to beat anywhere in this zip code.

LINCOLN PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

Avenue J sits in a working neighborhood in east Norfolk, where the streets are grid-straight and the blocks are tight-knit. Housing here is mostly single-family homes from the late twentieth century, modest in scale and close to the street. The feel is unpretentious and grounded. Oakmont North Playgrounds is literally around the corner — 0.1 miles on foot. Pennstock Triangle is about a mile out for a longer walk. Norfolk itself is one of the most connected cities on the East Coast. The city's highway grid puts you on I-64 quickly, linking you to Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. Downtown Norfolk, with its waterfront, Scope Arena, and Granby Street dining, is well under twenty minutes away. Anyone browsing homes for sale in Norfolk will notice that the 23513 zip code offers some of the most direct base access in the entire city. The neighborhood is straightforward, the city is layered — and that combination works.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Avenue J. K & T Food Mart is 0.2 miles away for quick grocery runs. Mi Calavera Latin Store & Butcher Shop is 0.4 miles out, and Watergate 3 International Food Market is 0.6 miles for a wider selection. Rosita's Tacos and Plate Me Please Seafood & Bistro/Bar are both within 0.3 miles when you want a sit-down meal. Wawa is 0.3 miles for coffee and a quick bite. Fitness options are strong too — Muscle Beach East Gym is 0.3 miles away, Box-N-Go Boxing Gym is 0.4 miles, and Hyrox Norfolk is 0.6 miles.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Station Norfolk is about eight minutes by car — one of the shortest base commutes you will find in this price tier. MARFORCOM Norfolk is nine minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is common and well-suited to this property type. The grid street layout means no confusing turns on early-morning departures. Homes for sale in 23513 rarely combine this level of base access with a four-bedroom floor plan.

Room to grow

Four bedrooms give you real flexibility — a dedicated guest room, a home office, or a playroom without sacrificing sleeping space. The half-bath on the main level keeps the upstairs bathrooms free during busy mornings. Oakmont North Playgrounds is 0.1 miles away on foot. The fenced-lot potential and 1996 construction mean the structure is ready for the next chapter. Storage and layout work together here in a way that smaller homes simply cannot match.

More buyer questions

How far is 961 Avenue J from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is about eight minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes it one of the closer residential options to the base in this part of Norfolk.

What zip code is 961 Avenue J in?

The property is in the 23513 zip code in Norfolk, Virginia. Buyers comparing homes for sale in 23513 will find this address sits near the center of the zip's most convenient corridors.

Is 961 Avenue J in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

What schools serve 961 Avenue J?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Norview High School or homes for sale zoned for Crossroads School will want to verify current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Are there parks or green spaces near 961 Avenue J?

Oakmont North Playgrounds is 0.1 miles away — close enough to walk in a few minutes. Pennstock Triangle is about a mile out for a longer outing.

Want to see 961 Avenue J in person? Tom and Dariya Milan are ready to set up a walkthrough and answer your questions about this Norfolk address.

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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

13.8 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.

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$1,821/mo

Principal & interest

$1,489

Property tax

$248

Home insurance

$84

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

$191,000 – $375,000

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.

2422 Bruce ST · 2.8 mi · 1,432 sqft$345,000 sold 2026-06
3032 Oklahoma AVE · 2.6 mi · 1,498 sqft$300,000 sold 2026-09
2732 Juniper ST · 2.7 mi · 1,350 sqft$320,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$287,000

Price / Sq Ft

$202

Annual Taxes

$2,972

Monthly Tax

$248

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.04%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 7, 2026$287,000—
Currently listed—$287,000—

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:

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

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Market tempo

0 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 961 Avenue J Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Crossroads Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.1/10), Norview Middle (VaHome School Score 2/10), Norview (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 961 Avenue J 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 961 Avenue J Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 961 Avenue J Ave built?+
It was built in 1996, 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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