This gorgeous home in Historic South Norfolk boasts almost 3,500 sqft and has much to offer a new owner. The quality craftsmanship earned it 1st Place in Chesapeake’s 2016 Historic Preservation Awards. Inside you will find original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and updated kitchen and bathrooms. The bright and welcoming living area provides ample space for friends and family to gather including a living room with wraparound porch access and a formal den with 5ft wide pocket door for additional privacy. The sprawling primary includes an ensuite with large walk-in shower and access to a private outdoor balcony. The 3rd floor makes a great teen suite, game room, or dedicated office space. Outside you will enjoy an additional deck accessed off the kitchen and a large backyard with plenty of space for adults, kids, and pets to relax and play. Last but not least, parking is easy thanks to the large driveway. There is simply too much to say about this home. It truly is a must-see.
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$409,900
1347 Chesapeake Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23324
5beds
3,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
-- sqft lot
$418,400 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$2,790 Estimated rent
Home value
$418,400
$393,000 - $444,000
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Private outdoor balconyLarge drivewayHigh ceilingsLarge backyardOriginal hardwood floorsWraparound porch accessUpdated kitchen
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Listed by:
Brian Shelton,
CapCenter 804-968-5000,
Brian McIntyre,
CapCenter
Bought with:
Tina Mainer
Green Tree Real Estate Inc
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10609330
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate/LVP, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Walk-In
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Multi Car, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy,Wood,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 1340000002500
- Zoning: RSFA1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Norfolk
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chesapeake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $117/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $394,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,982
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,981 +7.4% | $394,200 +7.4% |
| 2024 | $3,707 +7.2% | $367,000 +7.2% |
| 2023 | $3,457 +21.8% | $342,300 +26.6% |
| 2022 | $2,839 +3.9% | $270,400 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $2,733 | $260,300 +4.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $248,300 +3.8% |
| 2019 | $2,512 +2% | $239,200 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,461 +2.9% | $234,400 +2.9% |
| 2017 | $2,391 +15.6% | $227,700 +15.6% |
| 2016 | $2,069 | $197,000 |
| 2015 | $2,069 | $197,000 |
| 2014 | $2,069 -1.1% | $197,000 -1.1% |
| 2013 | $2,091 -2.3% | $199,100 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $2,140 -6% | $203,800 -6% |
| 2011 | $2,275 -7% | $216,700 -7% |
| 2010 | $2,445 -5.4% | $232,900 -5.4% |
| 2009 | $2,586 | $246,300 |
| 2008 | $2,586 +9.3% | $246,300 +10.3% |
| 2007 | $2,367 +17.5% | $223,300 +23% |
| 2006 | $2,015 +22.8% | $181,500 +41.6% |
| 2004 | $1,641 +6.8% | $128,200 +6.8% |
| 2003 | $1,536 +9% | $120,000 +9% |
| 2002 | $1,409 +4.2% | $110,100 +4.2% |
| 2001 | $1,353 | $105,700 |
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Neighborhood: South Norfolk
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Truitt Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Oscar Smith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Oscar F. Smith High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Truitt Intermediate
- Middle: Oscar Smith Middle
Source: REIN Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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