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$249,042$182 / 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 92How 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 $90,500 on Mar 30, 2001

8711 SEMMES AVE

NORFOLK, VA 23503
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,366 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$249K
$230K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,500 · Mar 30, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,783 (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.$226,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$154,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$226,300

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.8 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
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.0.10
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
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.DeckPatio · 152 ft²

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

M
Northside Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Mary Calcott Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Granby High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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

8711 Semmes 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 less than 79% of homes in Norfolk 23503
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Norfolk 23503
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Norfolk 23503
  • Older than 83% 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
$157K$733K

This home is worth more than 21% 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$249,042
CheaperTypical $312,699Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 8711 Semmes Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23503Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,04221% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18213% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,366 ft²43% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac18% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than194117% of homes24% of homes

About 8711 Semmes Ave

How much is 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA is $249,042 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $230,018 to $268,066. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA last sell?

8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA last sold on Mar 30, 2001 for $90,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA?

8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,366 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA built?

8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA?

8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Northside Middle School (middle), rated D+; Mary Calcott Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Granby 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 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23503?

Among the 9,231 homes in Norfolk 23503, it is worth more than 21% of them ($249,042 against a typical $312,699), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($182 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,366 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1941 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 23% 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 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8711 Semmes Ave, Norfolk, VA was $2,783. The county assessed it at $226,300.

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