$259,900

852 W 42nd St Norfolk, VA 23508

$3,086
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,100 sqft
$236 / sqft
House

Property details

About 852 W 42nd St

Cute-as-a-button bungalow that's move-in ready! Check out this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home conveniently located just blocks to Old Dominion University, dining and entertainment on North Colley, and the beautiful Lafayette River. Charming front porch, off-street parking, fresh paint, backyard with storage shed, and a great layout are only a few of the things this home has to offer. Storage shed conveys as-is. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,100 sqft
Year built1922
ParkingDriveway Spc, Street
MLS #10578684

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Washer
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Driveway Spc, Street
  • Exterior: Storage Shed
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $259,900
  • Price/SqFt: $236
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,203
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,100 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 10578684
  • Office Name: Bayview Realty
  • Listing Agent: Cait Dunleavy

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$176,300$2,203
2023$167,500$2,093
2022$160,500$2,006
2021$136,700$1,708
2020$132,700$1,621
2019$129,700$1,582
2018$126,600$1,582
2017$127,900$1,470

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Larchmont Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

1145 Bolling Ave

3

James Monroe Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

520 W 29th St

8

W. H. Taylor Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

1122 W Princess Anne Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $28,077. The majority of Norfolk, VA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

56%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

78%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
6%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
85%
18-34 yrs old
7%
35-64 yrs old
2%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • NissanNissan

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 852 W 42nd St

The listing price of 852 W 42nd St property is $259,900.

The property 852 W 42nd St is a house located in Norfolk, Virginia, 23508.

Active Listing: 852 W 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 852 W 42nd St are: Larchmont Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), James Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), W. H. Taylor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Blair Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ghent School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Academy for Discovery at Lakewood (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Maury High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Granby High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Booker T. Washington High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,203 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 852 W 42nd St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 852 W 42nd St is 1,100 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 852 W 42nd St is 1922.

This home is located at 852 W 42nd St in Norfolk, VA and zip code 23508 in the Highland Park neighborhood. This 1,100 square foot home was built in 1922. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $259,900.

The number of listings in Norfolk, VA increased by 11.9% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 78 days, the median list price was $324,979.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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