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Last sold for $122,500 on Jun 23, 2017

5109 JAMES ST

CHESAPEAKE, VA 23321
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,128 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.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$122,500 · Jun 23, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,759 (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.$273,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$264,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.50
78
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.66 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCHESAPEAKE 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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.DeckShed · 250 ft²Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

M
Col. Fred Cherry Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Florence Bowser Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.2 mi
H
Nansemond River High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi

District: Suffolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23321These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.37,912
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,420 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,100
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,739
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

5109 James 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.

  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Chesapeake 23321
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Chesapeake 23321
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Chesapeake 23321

How it measures up in Chesapeake 23321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chesapeake 23321.

Living area1,128 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,878 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 5109 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesapeake 23321Chesapeake city County
Living areabigger than1,128 ft²6% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac25% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than200379% of homes77% of homes

About 5109 James St

When did 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA last sell?

5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA last sold on Jun 23, 2017 for $122,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA?

5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,128 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA built?

5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA?

5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA is assigned to Col. Fred Cherry Middle School (middle), rated B; Florence Bowser Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Nansemond River High School (high), rated B. All sit in Suffolk City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA compare to other homes in Chesapeake 23321?

Among the 12,927 homes in Chesapeake 23321, it is bigger than 6% of them (1,128 ft² against a typical 1,878 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2003 against a typical 1987). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5109 James St, Chesapeake, VA was $2,759. The county assessed it at $273,200.

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