734 Shirley Ave Norfolk, VA 23517
Ghent NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,528/month
About This Home
Historic & beautifully updated duplex in the heart of West Ghent! Combines authentic vintage charm w/wood floors & diamond-pane windows w/the latest designs. This gem is twice as nice w/2 kitchs, 2 LR’s, & 2 DR’s! Duplex is currently rented as a single fam (vac 11/30/25) & provides limitless possib on how to enjoy! Perf for lrge fam or rental invest. Kitchens & baths just remodeled w/fresh paint throughout house. Main kitch has quartz countertops & gourmet gas stove. Brand new tile baths with granite & marble. Huge LR & DR on 1st & 2nd floor. So many wonderful living spaces to include sunroom with gorgeous wooded views, front balcony overlooking the lovely Shirley Ave, & fenced side & backyard w/turf & doggy door. Enorm basement & walk-in attic w/tons of storage. Oversized 2 car garage for storage only. Location is incredible! You can see the Naro Cimema from your driveway! Tons of shops & restaurants steps away. This is a rare opportunity for the best of both worlds!
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,209
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Home Design
- 3,096 Sq Ft Home
- Duplex
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Accessible Home Design
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Schools
- Walter Herron Taylor Elementary School
- Blair Middle School
- Maury High School
Utilities
- Separate Meters
- Oil Water Heater
- Fuel Tank
Additional Features
- Basement
Community Details
- Ghent Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,326 | $586,100 | $242,500 | $343,600 |
| 2024 | $6,928 | $554,200 | $242,500 | $311,700 |
| 2023 | $6,861 | $548,900 | $242,500 | $306,400 |
| 2022 | $6,236 | $498,900 | $220,500 | $278,400 |
| 2021 | $6,066 | $485,300 | $220,500 | $264,800 |
| 2020 | $5,795 | $463,600 | $210,000 | $253,600 |
| 2019 | $5,698 | $455,800 | $210,500 | $245,300 |
| 2018 | $5,495 | $439,600 | $210,500 | $229,100 |
| 2017 | $4,983 | $433,300 | $210,500 | $222,800 |
| 2016 | $4,912 | $443,200 | $210,500 | $232,700 |
| 2015 | $5,097 | $443,200 | $210,500 | $232,700 |
| 2014 | $5,097 | $443,200 | $210,500 | $232,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 11/19/25 | For Sale | $745,000 | -- | $241 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Gift Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $500,000 | Alpha 1 Title & Escrow Llc |
Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)
MLS Number: 10610471
APN: 27942700
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