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1017 E Balview AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
3beds
1baths
1,193sqft
18days on market

1017 E Balview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

SoldResidential · built 1912 · BAYVIEW BEACH

About this home

Step into this charming coastal cottage, where a delightful brick walkway leads to a spacious front porch, perfect for relaxing and welcoming guests. As you enter, you're greeted by a bright and airy living room with vaulted ceilings that flood the space with natural light. The open floor plan creates a seamless flow, beautifully complemented by warm flooring throughout. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a ceiling fan, and a cozy breakfast nook that's perfect for casual dining and morning coffee. Close to beaches, naval bases, & local dinning/shopping.

Listing courtesy of Kendall Evans · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10632446

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1912

Price / sqft

$254

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,045/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10632446

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,193
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Breakfast Area, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow, Cottage
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link,Front Fenced,Full

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1700
Subdivision
BAYVIEW BEACH
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

A century-old cottage in Bayview Beach, 1017 E Balview Ave sits on a 0.17-acre lot just steps from the waterfront and seven minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Three bedrooms, one bath, and 1,193 square feet of character-rich living space in one of Norfolk's most distinctive shoreside neighborhoods.

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See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23503, homes for sale zoned for Norview High School, and homes for sale zoned for Oceanair Elementary. Nearby, look at Ocean View homes for sale, Norfolk waterfront homes for sale, Norfolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Norfolk.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1912, this home carries more than a century of coastal Norfolk history in its bones. What sets it apart is the location: Lake Modoc is a two-minute walk away, Doc's Beach and Community Beach Park are each under half a mile, and the kind of walkable, water-adjacent lifestyle that most Hampton Roads addresses can only gesture toward is simply part of the daily routine here.

BAYVIEW BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Bayview Beach is one of those Norfolk neighborhoods that earns genuine loyalty from the people who live there. Tucked along the northern waterfront of the city, it has the feel of a small beach community — quiet residential streets, easy water access, and neighbors who tend to stay for years. The housing stock leans historic, with many homes dating back to the early twentieth century, and that architectural consistency gives the area a cohesion you don't find everywhere. Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia — so if you've ever searched 'norfolk va in what county' and come up empty, that's why: the city is its own jurisdiction, separate from surrounding counties. That independence shapes everything from local governance to school administration. Bayview Beach sits in the northeastern corner of the city, which means you're close to the water, close to the bases, and still well-connected to the broader Norfolk grid.

What's nearby

Cap'n Ron's and Big Boss Burritos are both within 0.2 miles, making weeknight dinners an easy walk rather than a drive. Lake Modoc is just 0.1 miles away — a genuine neighborhood park that anchors the area — and Doc's Beach and Community Beach Park are both reachable on foot in under ten minutes. For fitness, The Yoga Space, Ov Fit, and CrossFit Norfolk are all within a mile. Grocery runs are handled by Tienda Latina La Tapatia 3 and other nearby options within 0.8 miles. A 7-Eleven a few blocks away covers quick coffee and convenience stops.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Station Norfolk is seven minutes away, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is eight — which puts 1017 E Balview Ave in one of the tightest base-proximity windows in the region. For service members weighing BAH and commute time together, this address checks both boxes. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the stable, established character of Bayview Beach makes it a practical long-term choice for military households.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes built in 1912 don't come with the quirks ironed out — they come with the kind of presence that newer construction simply can't manufacture. The bones here are more than a century old, and the Bayview Beach setting amplifies that appeal: a historic cottage, a short walk to the water, and a neighborhood that has held its identity across generations. If authenticity and age are on your checklist, this address delivers.

More buyer questions

How far is 1017 E Balview Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately seven minutes by car from 1017 E Balview Ave, making this one of the closer residential addresses to the base in the Norfolk market. MARFORCOM Norfolk is about eight minutes away.

What county is 1017 E Balview Ave in?

Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia, meaning it is not part of any county — it functions as its own separate jurisdiction. So 1017 E Balview Ave is simply in the City of Norfolk, Virginia.

Is 1017 E Balview Ave in a flood zone?

Bayview Beach is a waterfront neighborhood in Norfolk, so flood zone status is a relevant question for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and flood insurance context specific to this property.

What parks are near 1017 E Balview Ave?

Lake Modoc is just 0.1 miles away, Doc's Beach is 0.3 miles, and Community Beach Park is 0.4 miles — all walkable from the front door. The concentration of water-adjacent green space this close to a single address is genuinely uncommon.

Does Bayview Beach have an HOA?

Bayview Beach is a historic neighborhood with no community-wide HOA structure tied to this property — always confirm current status during the transaction process, but this address has not historically carried HOA obligations.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Bayview Beach well. Reach out to get a straight answer on this address, the neighborhood, or what the path to ownership looks like for your situation.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

12.2 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

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$368K

Median sale · 12 mo

$255

Sold $/sq ft

30d

Days on market

61

For sale now

$61K

HH income

36.5%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NS Norfolk

Navy

13min·5.9mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

16min·5mi

Little Creek

Navy

18min·6.9mi

NSA HR

Navy

18min·7.4mi

NMCP

Navy

30min·10.7mi

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Payment Calculator

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,914/mo

Principal & interest

$1,572

Property tax

$254

Home insurance

$88

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$189,900 – $382,475

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

8582 Chesapeake BLVD #306 · 0.8 mi · 1,195 sqft$189,900 sold 2026-03
1212 Oak Park AVE · 0.3 mi · 1,350 sqft$382,475 sold 2026-04
8909 Stratford ST · 1 mi · 1,135 sqft$274,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$303,000

Price / Sq Ft

$254

Annual Taxes

$3,045

Monthly Tax

$254

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.00%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
Price reducedJul 9, 2026$303,000−$7,000
ListedJul 17, 2026$303,000—
SoldJul 6, 2026$303,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Norfolk Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1017 E Balview Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Oceanair Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.2/10), Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), Norview (VaHome School Score 2.5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1017 E Balview Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is there a gym near 1017 E Balview Ave?+
Yes — The Yoga Space is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 1017 E Balview Ave?+
Lake Modoc is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1017 E Balview Ave?+
Tienda Latina La Tapatia 3 is about 0.7 miles away. The closest dining on record is Cap'n Ron's (0.2 mi).
Does 1017 E Balview Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1017 E Balview Ave built?+
It was built in 1912, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Listing courtesy of Kendall Evans · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10632446

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1017 E Balview Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10632446 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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