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$259,702$207 / 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 97How 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 $140,000 on Aug 15, 2005

240 FORREST AVE

NORFOLK, VA 23505
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,254 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$260K
$253K low$267K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Aug 15, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,508 (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.$200,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,600

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.1 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.0.16
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 191 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
Camp Allen Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Blair Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Maury High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23505These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,637
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,155 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,118
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,303
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

240 Forrest 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.

  • Worth less than 73% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Norfolk 23505
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Norfolk 23505
  • Older than 94% of homes in Norfolk 23505

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23505

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

This home
$154K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Norfolk 23505.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23505.

Estimated value$259,702
CheaperTypical $335,960Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,657 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 240 Forrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23505Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$259,70228% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20741% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,254 ft²28% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac35% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than19266% of homes15% of homes

About 240 Forrest Ave

How much is 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA is $259,702 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $252,725 to $266,679. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA last sell?

240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA last sold on Aug 15, 2005 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA?

240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,254 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA built?

240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA?

240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Camp Allen Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Blair Middle School (middle), rated D; Maury High School (high), rated C. All sit in Norfolk City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23505?

Among the 6,020 homes in Norfolk 23505, it is worth more than 28% of them ($259,702 against a typical $335,960), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($207 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,254 ft² against a typical 1,657 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1926 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 27% 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 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 240 Forrest Ave, Norfolk, VA was $2,508. The county assessed it at $200,600.

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