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3beds
2.1baths
1,784sqft
0days on market

969 Marshall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23504

New ListingResidential · built 1914 · BRAMBLETON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1914

Price / sqft

$188

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,273/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10652736

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,784
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
Attic, PBR with Bath, Porch
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Hot Tub

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
2, 635 SQFT
Subdivision
BRAMBLETON
Zoning
R-11
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
3 Space, Off Street
Possession
AT CLOSING
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath traditional home offering 1,784 sq ft of living space in Norfolk's Brambleton neighborhood. Highlights include an eco-friendly solar electric system, open living layout with decorative fireplaces, and a functional kitchen equipped with modern appliances. Relax on the screened porch or deck overlooking the private fenced backyard. Generous off-street driveway parking. Conveniently located near downtown Norfolk, military bases, local dining, and major highways. Relaunched at $335,000—don't miss this outstanding value!

Listing courtesy of Fiona Chen Yao · Creed Realty · REIN MLS #10652736

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

A 1914-built, three-bedroom home on Marshall Avenue puts you four minutes from USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, with local restaurants and green space practically at your doorstep — all within one of Norfolk's most walkable urban neighborhoods.

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See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23504, homes for sale zoned for Booker T. Washington High School, and homes for sale zoned for Richard Bowling Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Norfolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Ghent 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

What separates 969 Marshall Avenue from newer construction is the bones: a century-old home that has been part of this city's fabric since 1914, offering 1,784 square feet across three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. That combination of historic character and an almost unbeatable position between two major military installations is genuinely hard to replicate among Norfolk homes for sale at any price point.

BRAMBLETON and the Norfolk real estate market

Marshall Avenue sits in a dense, walkable pocket of Norfolk where early-twentieth-century residential streets meet the everyday energy of a working city. The blocks here carry that lived-in quality you only get from neighborhoods that have been home to generations of families — mature trees, front porches, and neighbors who actually know each other. Norfolk itself is one of the anchor cities of Hampton Roads, home to the world's largest naval station, a thriving arts district, and a waterfront downtown that keeps growing. The 23504 zip code places you close to the urban core without the congestion of downtown proper, and the mix of housing styles reflects the area's long history. If you are comparing homes for sale in Norfolk, this corridor rewards buyers who want proximity to everything — bases, employment, dining, and parks — without sacrificing the character of an established neighborhood.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Duffy's Dash and Twisted Pizza and The Seafood Shack Norfolk are both within two-tenths of a mile for a quick lunch or a proper sit-down dinner. PJ's Coffee is just three-tenths of a mile away when you need a real cup in the morning, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe is half a mile out. Reservoir Avenue Mini Park and Goff Street Park give you green space within a short walk, and the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial is six-tenths of a mile away. For workouts, the James D. Gill Health and Physical Education Building is half a mile out and DB3 Boxing Gym is under a mile. Everyday errands are covered by BP, Tobacco Plus, and Shop N Go #4, all within six-tenths of a mile.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and four minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — that commute math is hard to argue with. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath layout gives a growing military family real room to breathe. Short rotations or long assignments, 969 Marshall Avenue holds its value as a home base.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes built in 1914 do not come along every day, and when they do, they tend to disappear quickly. The craftsmanship and scale of that era — higher ceilings, solid construction, a presence on the street — is exactly what buyers hunting for homes for sale in 23504 with genuine architectural personality are after. This is a home with a story already written and plenty of chapters left to add.

More buyer questions

How far is 969 Marshall Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?

The drive is approximately four minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential options to the base in the area.

How far is 969 Marshall Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about four minutes away by car, which is a meaningful advantage for medical staff and military families who rely on that facility.

What schools serve 969 Marshall Avenue?

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Booker T. Washington High School and homes for sale zoned for Richard Bowling Elementary School will find that 969 Marshall Avenue falls within those attendance zones — the Schools tile on this page has full details.

Is 969 Marshall Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA map data for the parcel.

Does 969 Marshall Avenue have a garage?

Garage and parking details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing documents or a direct walkthrough with your agent.

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Schools

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Flood & environment

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

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Ghent

Ghent is a historic neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and early 20th-century architecture.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$230

Sold $/sq ft

28d

Days on market

49

For sale now

$83K

HH income

31.7%

Owner-occupied

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

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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

$2,109/mo

Principal & interest

$1,738

Property tax

$273

Home insurance

$98

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

$140,000 – $352,000

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.

133 Hardy AVE · 1.4 mi · 1,680 sqft$317,500 sold 2026-08
1526 Delevan ST · 1.8 mi · 1,780 sqft$350,000 sold 2026-08
1149 Wilson RD · 1.5 mi · 1,700 sqft$214,900 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$335,000

Price / Sq Ft

$188

Annual Taxes

$3,273

Monthly Tax

$273

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.98%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 9, 2026$335,000—
Currently listed—$335,000—

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.

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 969 Marshall Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Richard Bowling Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.6/10), Ruffner Middle (VaHome School Score 1.1/10), BT Washington. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 969 Marshall 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 969 Marshall Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 969 Marshall Ave built?+
It was built in 1914, per the listing record.

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