$344,900

Estimated payment $2,116/month

-- Bed
-- Bath
1,624 Sq Ft
$212 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

Rare opportunity to own a turn-key side-by-side duplex in Chesapeake with one unit vacant and move-in ready! Whether you're looking to live in one side while generating rental income from the other, add an income-producing property to your portfolio, or make your first move into real estate investing, this property offers flexibility from day one. Each unit features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath with a with a functional one-level layout. The current owners have completed numerous updates and improvements, including a new HVAC unit making this an easy opportunity without the immediate renovation list. Unit B is vacant and ready for its next owner or tenant, while Unit A is currently tenant occupied. A great option for an owner-occupant, first-time investor or seasoned investor looking for a well-maintained duplex with strong long-term potential. Conveniently located in South Norfolk with easy access to major highways, Downtown Norfolk, shopping, dining and more. Schedule your private tour!

Listing Agent

Sadie Arseneault

Creed Realty Listed on: 08/21/2026

Creed Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,682

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Side-by-Side
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,624 Sq Ft Home
  • Crawl Space

Schools

  • Rena B. Wright Primary Elementary School
  • Oscar Smith Middle School
  • Oscar Smith High School

Utilities

  • Separate Meters
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • South Norfolk Subdivision

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,682

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

5,532 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi Family Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Property Type - Cross Property: Multi Family Residential
  • Style: Side by Side
  • AICUZ - Crash: None
  • AICUZ - Noise: -65
  • LP/ Sq Ft: 212.38
  • Ownership Type: Simple
  • Estimated Year Built: 1960
  • Address Street Name Website: Commerce
  • Address Website: 1228 Commerce AVE
  • Contingency Exists: Non Contingent
  • AddressLine: 1228 Commerce AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23324
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1960

Interior Features

  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1624

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Brick, Vinyl
  • Fence Description: None
  • Foundation Type: Crawl
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Waterfront

Utilities

  • Sewer Type: City/County
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Water Type: City/County

Green Features

  • Energy Efficiency: Water Heater-Tankless

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Zoning: RSFA1

Building Info

  • New Construction YN: No

Multi Family

  • Meters Separate: All

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Approx: 2682

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Rena B. Wright Primary
  • School High School: Oscar Smith
  • Middle School: Oscar Smith Middle

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,682 $265,500 $85,000 $180,500
2024 $2,155 $213,400 $85,000 $128,400
2023 $1,755 $192,900 $75,000 $117,900
2022 $1,738 $172,100 $60,000 $112,100
2021 $1,596 $152,000 $55,000 $97,000
2020 $1,529 $145,600 $55,000 $90,600
2019 $1,529 $145,600 $55,000 $90,600
2018 $1,477 $140,700 $55,000 $85,700
2017 $1,451 $138,200 $55,000 $83,200
2016 $1,446 $137,700 $55,000 $82,700
2015 $1,446 $137,700 $55,000 $82,700
2014 $1,446 $137,700 $55,000 $82,700
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/21/2026 08/21/26 For Sale $344,900 -- $212 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $285,000 First American Title Insurance
Bargain Sale Deed $180,000 Chicago Title
Bargain Sale Deed $165,000 First American Title
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $47,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $228,000 New Conventional
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MLS Number: 10650320

Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

APN: 1280000001960

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