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$321,750$194 / 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 94How 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 $217,000 on Nov 22, 2005

254 RICHARDSON ST

NORFOLK, VA 23503
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,657 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.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$322K
$304K low$340K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$217,000 · Nov 22, 2005
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.$187,952
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$150,362
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.42%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$133,798
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Feb 19, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,897 (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.$316,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$235,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$316,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$316,800

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)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 70 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
Mary Calcott Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Northside Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Granby High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23503These 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.107
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 100.26

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.29,663
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,954 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,784
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,593
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

254 Richardson 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.

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23503

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

This home
$159K$774K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Norfolk 23503.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23503.

Estimated value$321,750
CheaperTypical $297,739Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,657 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,478 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 254 Richardson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23503Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$321,75060% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19436% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,657 ft²62% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac56% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than195142% of homes41% of homes

About 254 Richardson St

How much is 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA is $321,750 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $303,846 to $339,654. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA last sell?

254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA last sold on Nov 22, 2005 for $217,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA?

254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,657 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA built?

254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA?

254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Mary Calcott Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Northside 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 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23503?

Among the 9,231 homes in Norfolk 23503, it is worth more than 60% of them ($321,750 against a typical $297,739), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($194 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,657 ft² against a typical 1,478 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1951 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 55% 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 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 254 Richardson St, Norfolk, VA was $3,897. The county assessed it at $316,800.

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