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$297,128$258 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $156,000 on Mar 27, 2017

161 HICKS AVE

NORFOLK, VA 23502
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,152 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$297K
$272K low$322K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$156,000 · Mar 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,853 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$308,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$144,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$308,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyNORFOLK CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 48 ft²Porch · 15 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lake Taylor SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Booker T. Washington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23502These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,943
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,504
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

161 Hicks Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Norfolk 23502
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Norfolk 23502
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Norfolk 23502
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Norfolk 23502

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23502

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$184K$612K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Norfolk 23502.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23502

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23502.

Estimated value$297,128
CheaperTypical $319,154Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,583 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 161 Hicks Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23502Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,12837% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25892% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²13% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac33% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than198888% of homes82% of homes

About 161 Hicks Ave

How much is 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA is $297,128 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $271,991 to $322,265. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA last sell?

161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA last sold on Mar 27, 2017 for $156,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA?

161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA built?

161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA?

161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Lake Taylor School (elementary), rated D-; Booker T. Washington High School (high), rated D. All sit in Norfolk City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23502?

Among the 5,787 homes in Norfolk 23502, it is worth more than 37% of them ($297,128 against a typical $319,154), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($258 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,583 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1988 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 43% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 161 Hicks Ave, Norfolk, VA was $3,853. The county assessed it at $308,200.

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