The primary residence has been extensively renovated and features over 3300 sq ft of living space with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a flex room in the 3rd story, that can serve as a home office, gym, guest room, or recreational room. The home has been revitalized with all-new plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. The detached 2.5-car garage includes a 729 sq ft 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment above well-suited for use as in-law quarters, guest accommodations, or a rental unit! Located in the charming South Norfolk neighborhood, known for its historic character and central location near downtown, bases, and the Elizabeth River.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
$132Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Bobby Njoo• 1st Class Real Estate Flagship
Est. $2,319 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 802 Decatur St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REINMLS #10614695
Mar 13, 2026
Sold
$535,000
$132/sq ft
Jan 2, 2026
Listed
$550,000
$136/sq ft
REINMLS #10608363
Dec 31, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Oct 31, 2025
Listed
$550,000
$136/sq ft
REINMLS #10552129
Nov 20, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Sep 20, 2024
Listed
$250,000
$62/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1978
Sold
$35,000
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,553 (+2.0%)
$85,000 + $266,800
$351,800
2024
$3,485 (+0.8%)
$85,000 + $260,000
$345,000
2023
$3,455 (+14.5%)
$75,000 + $267,100
$342,100
2022
$3,017 (+3.6%)
$65,000 + $233,700
$298,700
2021
$2,913 (+2.2%)
$60,000 + $217,400
$277,400
2020
$2,851 (+6.1%)
$60,000 + $211,500
$271,500
2019
$2,688 (+9.2%)
$60,000 + $196,000
$256,000
2018
$2,461 (+2.1%)
$60,000 + $196,000
$256,000
2017
$2,410
$65,000 + $164,500
$229,500
2015
$2,409
$65,000 + $164,500
$229,500
2014
$2,409 (+0.6%)
$65,000 + $164,500
$229,500
2013
$2,394 (−1.9%)
$65,000 + $163,000
$228,000
2012
$2,440
$65,000 + $167,400
$232,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,024
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chesapeake
APN
1270000003860
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R-SFA
Single-Family Residential District
These districts are established to provide development standards for small lots which were platted before the zoning district standards were developed. These classifications may only be applied to land which has already been platted into lots of less than 8,000 sq ft and may not be applied to any other property.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Communications tower
Feb 2, 2026 • Final
Residential electrical
Electrical
Dec 16, 2025 • Final
Residential mechanical
Install a heat pump split system with a forced air air handler and ductwork. Install exhaust ducts and a dryer duct on the first floor. Install a heat pump package unit with ductwork and vents.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.