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$445,463$261 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $306,000 on Mar 18, 2009

821 SPOTSWOOD AVE

NORFOLK, VA 23517
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,707 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$445K
$418K low$473K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$306,000 · Mar 18, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,069 (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.$412,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$412,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$412,100

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.12
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 212 ft²Porch · 148 ft²

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

M
Blair Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
W. H. Taylor Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Maury High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23517These 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.153
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 100.26

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,822
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,918 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,164
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,493
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

821 Spotswood Ave 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 83% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Norfolk 23517
  • Older than 92% of homes in Norfolk city County

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23517

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

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$157K$903K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Norfolk 23517.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23517

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23517.

Estimated value$445,463
CheaperTypical $338,486Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $228Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,707 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,720 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 3,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 821 Spotswood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23517Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$445,46364% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26176% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,707 ft²49% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac77% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than191827% of homes8% of homes

About 821 Spotswood Ave

How much is 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA is $445,463 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $417,675 to $473,251. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA last sell?

821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA last sold on Mar 18, 2009 for $306,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA?

821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,707 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA built?

821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA?

821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Blair Middle School (middle), rated D+; W. H. Taylor Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Maury 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 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23517?

Among the 1,236 homes in Norfolk 23517, it is worth more than 64% of them ($445,463 against a typical $338,486), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($261 against a typical $228), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,707 ft² against a typical 1,720 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 3,528 ft²) and it is newer than 27% of them (1918 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 83% 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 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 821 Spotswood Ave, Norfolk, VA was $5,069. The county assessed it at $412,100.

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