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221 E 40th Street

Norfolk, VA 23504

Name: Open House: 1pm-3pm
Start: 2025-07-12T13:00:00
End: 2025-07-12T15:00:00
Location: 221 E 40th Street

4 beds
2.5 baths
2,128 sqft
$211 per sqft
1921 build
– on site

A unique opportunity to turn this lovely 1921 Colonial in sought after Riverview neighborhood into your dream home. This is an estate "as is" sale and only for 203 Renovation Loans or cash. Heir has had preliminary trade inspects to determine potential updates needed and has priced accordingly. Current family has recently updated the Gas furnace and installed tankless water heater. Tax record does not reflect additional space, 1/2 bath and also the third floor that has 2 spaces and can easily be renovated for 5th bedroom and en-suite with HVAC installation. Rare features include fireplaces and screened porches on first and second floors, gleaming hardwoods, glass french doors, double staircase, convenient first floor laundry addition and unique built-ins. This grand dame is just waiting for a little TLC to make truly one of a kind. Nearby Virginia Zoo, kayak launches, Riverview Village w/ restaurants, antique shops and upcoming renovated movie theatre.

Listing courtesy of REIN / Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

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The Building

Year Built:

1921
Style:

Colonial
Roof:

Slate
Exterior Siding:

Vinyl
Foundation Type:

Basement
Energy Efficiency:

Water Heater-Tankless
# of Stories:

3
SqFt:

2,128 Sqft

Interior

Interior Features:

Dual Entry Bath (Br & Br), Fireplace Wood, Perm Attic Stairs, Scuttle Access, Walk-In Attic, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
Rooms Number:

11
Rooms Other:

Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Screened Porch, Utility Room, Workshop
Flooring Type:

Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplaces Number:

2
Accessibility:

Elevator

Financial & Terms

Ownership Type:

Simple

Location

Area:

11 - West Norfolk

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Detached
Zoning:

R-8
Waterfront Description:

Not Waterfront
Exterior Features:

Patio
Fence:

1
Fence Description:

Back Fenced, Partial, Rail

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Amount Approx:

$4,753

Beds

Beds Total:

4
# of Beds With Ensuite:

2
First Floor Bed Full Bath:

No

Baths

Total Baths:

2.10
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Disclosures:

Disclosure Statement, Historical District

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Hot Air, Radiator
Cooling:

Window/Wall

Utilities

Water Type:

City/County
Sewer Type:

City/County

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Water Heater Type:

Gas
Equipment:

Ceiling Fan, Security Sys

Schools

Elementary School:

Granby Elementary
Middle School:

Blair Middle
High School:

Maury

The Community

Subdivision Name:

RIVERVIEW - 202
Neighborhood Name:

RIVERVIEW
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Assoc Mgmt Co:

N/A

Parking

Parking:

Garage Det 1 Car, 3 Space, Driveway Spc, Street
Garage:

1

Extra Units

Unit Description:

3 Living Lvl

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$450,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,409
Taxes	$396
Insurance	$123
Utilities	$217 See report
Total	$3,145/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/10/25 Jul 10, 2025	Listed / Active	REIN	$450,000

39% of nearby similar homes sold for over asking price

Similar homes that sold in bidding wars went $10k above asking price on average, but some went as high as $40k over asking price.

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This house located in Colonial Place-Riverview, Norfolk, VA 23504 is currently for sale for $450,000. 221 E 40th Street is a 2,128 square foot house with 4 beds and 2.5 baths that has been on Estately for 2 days. 221 E 40th Street is in the Colonial Place-Riverview neighborhood of Norfolk and has a WalkScore® of 72, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Maury High School, Granby Elementary School, and Blair Middle School.

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221 E 40th Street

Norfolk, VA 23504