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$306,411$200 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $176,000 on Jul 31, 2012

8444 PORTAL RD

NORFOLK, VA 23503
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,529 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$306K
$286K low$327K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$176,000 · Jul 31, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,518 (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.$281,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$104,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$177,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,400

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.0.20
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.No Foundation
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.DeckPatio · 295 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
Bay View Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Azalea Gardens Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Norview High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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%

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How this home compares

8444 Portal Rd 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Norfolk 23503
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Norfolk 23503

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
$156K$761K

This home is worth more than 49% 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$306,411
CheaperTypical $309,673Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,529 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,478 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 8444 Portal Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23503Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$306,41149% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20034% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,529 ft²54% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac76% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than195556% of homes55% of homes

About 8444 Portal Rd

How much is 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA is $306,411 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $285,649 to $327,173. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA last sell?

8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA last sold on Jul 31, 2012 for $176,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA?

8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,529 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA built?

8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA?

8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Bay View Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Azalea Gardens Middle School (middle), rated D; Norview 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 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23503?

Among the 9,246 homes in Norfolk 23503, it is worth more than 49% of them ($306,411 against a typical $309,673), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($200 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,529 ft² against a typical 1,478 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1955 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 47% 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 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8444 Portal Rd, Norfolk, VA was $3,518. The county assessed it at $281,400.

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