$279,000
SOLD OCT 6, 2025
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,414 Sq Ft
4,487 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$197 Per Sq Ft

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of October 2025

Nestled in Norfolk's Villa Heights neighborhood, this charming home blends early 20th-century character with modern updates for today's lifestyle. Enter inside to beautifully refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, and an airy, open-concept living space that feels both stylish and welcoming. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen is the heart of the home - featuring granite countertops, striking full-height tile backsplash, floating shelves, a sleek flat-top Frigidaire stove, stainless hood vent, and a spacious granite island perfect for casual dining or entertaining. With three comfortable bedrooms and two beautifully updated bathrooms, there's room for everyone to feel right at home. Outside, unwind on the cozy front porch, enjoy the privacy of a fully fenced backyard, or take advantage of the paved driveway. Located just minutes from the Norfolk Zoo, Lafayette Dog Park, Maker's Craft Brewery, and more, this home is a wonderful blend of charm, comfort, and convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anne Culver

BHHS RW Towne Realty Listed on: 06/27/2025

BHHS RW Towne Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Reilly

The Bryant Group

The Bryant Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,993

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R-11

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,414 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Lindenwood Elementary School
  • Norview Middle School
  • Granby High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Villa Heights Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,993

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • HOA YN: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type - Cross Property: Detached Residential
  • Style: Traditional
  • GarageYN: No
  • AICUZ - Crash: None
  • AICUZ - Noise: -65
  • Master Model: No
  • LP/ Sq Ft: 197.31
  • Estimated Year Built: 1919
  • Address Street Name Website: 28th
  • Address Website: 721 E 28th ST
  • Fence: Yes
  • Contingency Exists: Non Contingent
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1919

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace Decorative, Pull Down Attic Stairs
  • Fireplaces Number: 1
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • First Floor Bedroom/Full Bathrooms: No
  • Other Rooms: Attic, Breakfast Area, Office/Study, Porch
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Stories Number: 2.0000
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1414

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Brick, Vinyl
  • Fence Description: Back Fenced
  • Foundation Type: Crawl
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Waterfront

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off Street, Driveway Spc

Utilities

  • Sewer Type: City/County
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Water Type: City/County
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Zoning: R-11

Building Info

  • New Construction YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Approx: 2993

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lindenwood Elementary
  • School High School: Granby
  • Middle School: Norview Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2025
Closed on
Sep 29, 2025
Sold by
Georgia Michelle A
Bought by
Reeder Heidi
Seller's Agent
Anne Culver
BHHS RW Towne Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Reilly
The Bryant Group
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$279,000
Views
90

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.46%
Original Mortgage
$283,882
Outstanding Balance
$283,882
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$11,883

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2022
Sold by
Bonez And Jewel Llc
Bought by
Georgia Michelle A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2021
Sold by
Burton Donnell
Bought by
Bonez & Jewl Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2012
Sold by
Jefferson Sandra and Estate Of Charlers Edward King
Bought by
Pfc Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,600
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2011
Sold by
Turner Jacqueline and Williams Harriet M
Bought by
Pfc Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,600
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $279,000 Fidelity National Title
Bargain Sale Deed $260,000 Fidelity National Title
Bargain Sale Deed $126,000 Priority Title
Deed $22,000 Bridgetrust Title Group
Deed -- Bridgetrust Title Group
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $283,882 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $57,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $57,600 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Sold $279,000 0.0% $197 / Sq Ft
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Sale $279,000 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $3,085 $246,800 $25,500 $221,300
2024 $3,043 $243,400 $25,500 $217,900
2023 $2,964 $237,100 $21,000 $216,100
2022 $2,373 $189,800 $17,300 $172,500
2021 $1,306 $81,500 $16,500 $65,000
2020 $1,013 $81,000 $16,000 $65,000
2019 $955 $76,400 $14,000 $62,400
2018 $886 $70,900 $14,000 $56,900
2017 $815 $70,900 $14,000 $56,900
2016 $815 $71,300 $14,000 $57,300
2015 $785 $71,300 $14,000 $57,300
2014 $785 $71,300 $14,000 $57,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

MLS Number: 10590398

Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

APN: 24587500