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$399,091$190 / 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 98How 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 $244,300 on Apr 13, 2016

4937 SHAFER ST

NORFOLK, VA 23513
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,100 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.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$399K
$389K low$409K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$244,300 · Apr 13, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,964 (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.$403,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$311,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$403,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$403,600

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.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(3)

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
Sherwood Forest Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Norview Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Booker T. Washington High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23513These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.27,923
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,463 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,450
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

4937 Shafer 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 more than 92% of homes in Norfolk 23513
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Norfolk 23513
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Norfolk 23513

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23513

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

This home
$159K$439K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Norfolk 23513.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23513.

Estimated value$399,091
CheaperTypical $272,024Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area2,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 4937 Shafer St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23513Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$399,09192% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19039% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,100 ft²88% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac58% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than201595% of homes95% of homes

About 4937 Shafer St

How much is 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA is $399,091 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $389,157 to $409,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA last sell?

4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA last sold on Apr 13, 2016 for $244,300, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA?

4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,100 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA built?

4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA?

4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Sherwood Forest Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Norview Middle School (middle), rated F; 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 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23513?

Among the 8,718 homes in Norfolk 23513, it is worth more than 92% of them ($399,091 against a typical $272,024), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($190 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,100 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2015 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 74% 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 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4937 Shafer St, Norfolk, VA was $4,964. The county assessed it at $403,600.

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