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$278,215$227 / 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 98How 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 $209,900 on Dec 8, 2020

944 SHEPPARD AVE

NORFOLK, VA 23518
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,224 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$278K
$271K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$209,900 · Dec 8, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,159 (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.$252,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$249,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$252,700

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.0.29
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.Heat Pump
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.Deck

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.

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

E
Crossroads SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Norview High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Norfolk City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23518These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.93%
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.8.3%
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.30,408
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,807 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,150
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,674
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

944 Sheppard 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 83% of homes in Norfolk 23518
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Norfolk 23518
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Norfolk 23518

What homes are worth in Norfolk 23518

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

This home
$210K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Norfolk 23518.

How it measures up in Norfolk 23518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norfolk 23518.

Estimated value$278,215
CheaperTypical $343,762Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 944 Sheppard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23518Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,21517% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22754% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²20% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac84% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than19424% of homes29% of homes

About 944 Sheppard Ave

How much is 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA is $278,215 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $271,448 to $284,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA last sell?

944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA last sold on Dec 8, 2020 for $209,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA?

944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA built?

944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA?

944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Crossroads School (elementary), 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 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23518?

Among the 9,698 homes in Norfolk 23518, it is worth more than 17% of them ($278,215 against a typical $343,762), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($227 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1942 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 35% 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 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 944 Sheppard Ave, Norfolk, VA was $3,159. The county assessed it at $252,700.

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