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$323,668$179 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

981 GODFREY AVE

NORFOLK, VA 23504
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,807 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$324K
$300K low$348K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,706 (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.$301,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$301,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,300

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.3 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.0.18
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.Electric
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, Attached

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
Richard Bowling Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Ruffner AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Lake Taylor High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 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

981 Godfrey 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 68% of homes in Norfolk 23504
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Norfolk city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Norfolk 23504
  • Newer than 66% 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
$141K$541K

This home is worth more than 68% 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$323,668
CheaperTypical $278,775Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,807 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,602 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 981 Godfrey Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorfolk 23504Norfolk city County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,66868% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17947% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,807 ft²63% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac88% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than196451% of homes66% of homes

About 981 Godfrey Ave

How much is 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA is $323,668 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $299,777 to $347,559. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA last sell?

981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA last sold on Sep 2, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA?

981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,807 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA built?

981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA?

981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA is assigned to Richard Bowling Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; 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 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA compare to other homes in Norfolk 23504?

Among the 5,007 homes in Norfolk 23504, it is worth more than 68% of them ($323,668 against a typical $278,775), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($179 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,807 ft² against a typical 1,602 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1964 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Norfolk city County, it is worth more than 53% 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 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 981 Godfrey Ave, Norfolk, VA was $3,706. The county assessed it at $301,300.

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