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$153,201$145 / 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 95How 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 $150,000 on Jan 30, 2026

720 FORBES ST

NORFOLK, VA 23504
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,056 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.
3,938 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1919
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
Pre-foreclosure (NTS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Dec 9, 2025.

Valuation

$153K
$145K low$161K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jan 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,573 (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.$205,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,800

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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.92%
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.0.09
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.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
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 · 155 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(1)

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

E
Chesterfield Academy Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Ruffner AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Lake Taylor High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 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%

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How this home compares

720 Forbes 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Norfolk city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Norfolk 23504
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Older than 92% 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
$135K$546K

This home is worth more than 4% 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$153,201
CheaperTypical $277,942Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,602 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size3,938 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1919
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 720 Forbes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23504Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$153,2014% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14516% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²11% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,938 ft²40% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than191921% of homes8% of homes

About 720 Forbes St

How much is 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA is $153,201 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $145,437 to $160,965. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA last sell?

720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA last sold on Jan 30, 2026 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA?

720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA built?

720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA was built in 1919, making it 107 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA?

720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Chesterfield Academy Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Ruffner Academy (middle), rated F; Lake Taylor 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 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23504?

Among the 5,039 homes in Norfolk 23504, it is worth more than 4% of them ($153,201 against a typical $277,942), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($145 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,602 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (3,938 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1919 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than almost no 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 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 720 Forbes St, Norfolk, VA was $2,573. The county assessed it at $205,800.

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