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$195,537$151 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $21,500 on May 16, 2014

2516 RUFFIN ST

NORFOLK, VA 23504
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,291 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.
2,975 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$196K
$162K low$229K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,500 · May 16, 2014
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$195,537
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$156,430

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,657 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$134,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$134,700

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.0.07
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.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 108 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Lindenwood Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Blair Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Granby High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23504These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,628
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,909 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,691
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,604
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%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

2516 Ruffin St 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 92% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Norfolk 23504
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Norfolk city County

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23504

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

This home
$140K$557K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Norfolk 23504.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23504.

Estimated value$195,537
CheaperTypical $279,676Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,291 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,605 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size2,975 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 2516 Ruffin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23504Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,53714% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15120% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,291 ft²23% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,975 ft²26% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than192933% of homes16% of homes

About 2516 Ruffin St

How much is 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA is $195,537 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $162,390 to $228,684. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA last sell?

2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA last sold on May 16, 2014 for $21,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA?

2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,291 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA built?

2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA?

2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Lindenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Blair Middle School (middle), rated D+; Granby 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 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23504?

Among the 5,007 homes in Norfolk 23504, it is worth more than 14% of them ($195,537 against a typical $279,676), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($151 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,291 ft² against a typical 1,605 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (2,975 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1929 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 8% 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 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2516 Ruffin St, Norfolk, VA was $1,657. The county assessed it at $134,700.

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