Drew Little
Real Broker LLC
(757) 654-1872
31 Total Sales
1 in Ghent
$640,000 Price
738 Shirley Ave Norfolk, VA 23517
Ghent NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $657,669
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,870
Sq Ft
$229/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City Lights View
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- 0.2 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of April 2026Are you looking for that rare home in the heart of Ghent that has a garage? This is it! This lovely home sits on 3 lots, providing enough room for a fantastic 2-car detached garage with attached storage room, a large patio with pergola, and a fully fenced-in yard with beautiful flowers & blueberry & raspberry bushes. A front gate adds to the curb appeal & leads to an enviable front porch. Large rooms, hardwood floors & wonderful natural light welcome you inside. The renovated kitchen includes granite counters, detailed tile backsplash, built-in icemaker you won’t know you needed until you have one, & amazing cabinet space that continues into the charming breakfast room. The bedrooms all have great closet space & the hall bathroom was updated with double granite vanity & ceramic tile. A bonus room on the 3rd floor could be a 5th bedroom, playroom, or office. Designated laundry room includes a front-loading washer, dryer, & extra fridge. Huge dry basement great for a workshop & storage!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,991
Year Built
- Built in 1908
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 76 x 115
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned R-11
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Slate Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,870 Sq Ft Home
- 2.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Utility Room
- City Lights Views
- Basement
- Sump Pump
- Permanent Attic Stairs
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Cedar Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Walter Herron Taylor Elementary School
- Blair Middle School
- Maury High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Radiator
- Heat Pump System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Fuel Tank
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Ghent Subdivision
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 16, 2026
Closed on
Apr 1, 2026
Sold by
Murphy Matthew and Murphy Sheryl A
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Julia Shea
Keller Williams Coastal VA Norfolk
Buyer's Agent
Jacquelyn Fair
Own Real Estate LLC
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$655,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.77%
Views
186
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,669
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.87%
Original Mortgage
$676,615
Outstanding Balance
$673,906
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$16,237
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2013
Sold by
Kirkwood Daniel E and Kirkwood Betsy M
Bought by
Murphy Matthew W and Murphy Sheryl A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2009
Sold by
Itzhak Shmuel and Itzhak Shira
Bought by
Kirkwood Daniel E and Kirkwood Betsy M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$464,850
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
VA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Ghent, VA
-
Drew Little
-
William Tuider
William Tuider
Veterans First Realty LLC
(470) 491-1544
47 Total Sales
1 in Ghent
$275,000 Price
-
Laura Blackwood
Laura Blackwood
Serhant
(252) 679-1444
113 Total Sales
1 in Ghent
$205,000 Price
-
James Davis
James Davis
North End Realty Group
(860) 383-7355
33 Total Sales
1 in Ghent
$294,800 Price
-
Tommy Alphin
Tommy Alphin
Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty - East LLC
(757) 979-6089
29 Total Sales
2 in Ghent
$338K - $360K Price Range
-
Mary Jackowell
Mary Jackowell
Family First Realty Inc
(757) 982-3130
62 Total Sales
1 in Ghent
$340,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $655,000 | Fidelity National Title | ||
| Murphy Matthew W | $507,000 | None Available | |
| Kirkwood Daniel E | $450,000 | Fidelity National |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $676,615 | ||
| Previous Owner | Murphy Matthew W | $365,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kirkwood Daniel E | $464,850 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 04/02/26 | Sold | $655,000 | +0.8% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2026 03/22/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/16/2026 02/16/26 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $226 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)
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 | $6,991 | $568,400 | $346,100 | $222,300 |
| 2024 | $6,903 | $552,200 | $346,100 | $206,100 |
| 2023 | $6,859 | $548,700 | $346,100 | $202,600 |
| 2022 | $6,230 | $498,400 | $314,500 | $183,900 |
| 2021 | $6,123 | $489,800 | $314,500 | $175,300 |
| 2020 | $5,939 | $475,100 | $299,800 | $175,300 |
| 2019 | $6,141 | $491,300 | $316,000 | $175,300 |
| 2018 | $5,989 | $479,100 | $316,000 | $163,100 |
| 2017 | $5,458 | $474,600 | $316,000 | $158,600 |
| 2016 | $5,406 | $470,600 | $316,000 | $154,600 |
| 2015 | $5,412 | $470,600 | $316,000 | $154,600 |
| 2014 | $5,412 | $470,600 | $316,000 | $154,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Julia Shea
Seller's Agent in 2026
Julia Shea
Keller Williams Coastal VA Norfolk
(757) 971-6221
21 in this area
192 Total Sales
-
Tyler Marcum
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Tyler Marcum
Keller Williams Coastal VA Norfolk
(757) 718-5401
3 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Jacquelyn Fair
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jacquelyn Fair
Own Real Estate LLC
(541) 350-6209
3 in this area
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)
MLS Number: 10620269
APN: 35058599
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