Welcome to this charming and beautifully updated 3-bed, 1-bath home nestled in the heart of Historic South Norfolk in Chesapeake. Perfectly positioned across the street from Lakeside Park and just steps from the scenic Elizabeth River, this property offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully updated interior featuring a beautifully updated kitchen with new cabinets, backsplash appliances and flooring and an upgraded bathroom designed for both function and relaxation. Major improvements provide peace of mind, including all new lighting, brand-new roof, water heater, updated HVAC system, and a whole-home dehumidifier—ensuring year-round comfort and efficiency. Enjoy morning walks in the park, waterfront views just feet away, and the character of a historic neighborhood with easy access to nearby shops, dining, and commuter routes. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home is a must see!
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$268,000
1536 Bainbridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23324
3beds
1,233sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
-- sqft lot
$269,800 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$2,017 Estimated rent
Home value
$269,800
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Brand-new roofThoughtfully updated interiorAll new lighting
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Listed by:
Michelle Wright,
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. 757-481-3710
Bought with:
Fiona Chen Yao
Creed Realty
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10625619
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate/LVP, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,233 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 4 Space
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Wood,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 1330000002850
- Zoning: RMF1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: South Norfolk
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chesapeake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,175
- Date on market: 3/19/2026
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,176 +4.6% | $215,400 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $2,081 +5.7% | $206,000 +5.7% |
| 2023 | $1,967 +6.7% | $194,800 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $1,844 +4.3% | $175,600 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $1,767 | $168,300 +19.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $141,100 +0.6% |
| 2019 | $1,473 +4.5% | $140,300 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $1,409 +1% | $134,200 +1% |
| 2017 | $1,395 +1.5% | $132,900 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $1,374 | $130,900 |
| 2015 | $1,374 | $130,900 |
| 2014 | $1,374 -1.2% | $130,900 -1.2% |
| 2013 | $1,391 | $132,500 |
| 2012 | $1,391 -6.2% | $132,500 -6.2% |
| 2011 | $1,483 -6.8% | $141,200 -6.8% |
| 2010 | $1,591 -4.7% | $151,500 -4.7% |
| 2009 | $1,668 | $158,900 |
| 2008 | $1,668 +2.8% | $158,900 +3.8% |
| 2007 | $1,623 +6.2% | $153,100 +11.2% |
| 2006 | $1,528 +56.9% | $137,700 +80.9% |
| 2004 | $974 +12.2% | $76,100 +12.2% |
| 2003 | $868 +13.4% | $67,800 +13.4% |
| 2002 | $765 +9.7% | $59,800 +9.7% |
| 2001 | $698 | $54,500 |
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Neighborhood: South Norfolk
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Rena B. Wright Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Oscar Smith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Oscar F. Smith High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rena B. Wright Primary
- Middle: Oscar Smith Middle
- High: Oscar Smith
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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