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$499,900
50days on market

1086 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

ActiveLand and Farms · WILLOUGHBY BEACH

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Bay, Restrictions.

Frontage

Bay ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,207/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10639802

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Bay,Restrictions

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
City Sewer, City Water, Gas, Telephone Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3200
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-C
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Buildable Bayfront lot backing directly to the Chesapeake Bay. Close to marina and I-64. Lots of protected sandy beaches. Bring your plans or builder can provide and will build to suit.

Listing courtesy of William Callahan · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10639802

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

A rare waterfront land opportunity in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood, sitting just four minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Build your custom home steps from the Chesapeake Bay, with beach access, bay breezes, and one of Hampton Roads' most coveted coastal addresses already locked in.

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Why this home stands out

Waterfront land in Willoughby Beach doesn't come up often — and when it does, it moves. West Ocean View Avenue is one of the few corridors in Norfolk where you can break ground on a custom build with direct bay-facing orientation, walkable beach access, and a military commute that most Hampton Roads buyers can only dream about. The lot's location on the western end of Ocean View puts you at the intersection of coastal lifestyle and genuine everyday convenience.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Willoughby Beach is the kind of neighborhood that earns loyalty. Tucked along the northern edge of Norfolk where the Chesapeake Bay meets the mouth of Hampton Roads harbor, this tight-knit waterfront community trades urban density for open skies, salt air, and a pace that feels genuinely unhurried. Neighbors here tend to stay — drawn in by the water views and kept by the community feel that's hard to manufacture elsewhere. West Ocean View Avenue runs right along the bay, giving residents a front-row seat to some of the most dramatic maritime scenery in the region: Navy ships transiting the channel, sunsets over the water, and the kind of horizon line that makes every evening feel like a reward. Norfolk as a city offers all the infrastructure you'd expect — diverse dining, arts, healthcare, and major employment hubs — while Willoughby Beach itself retains the character of a place apart. Among Norfolk homes for sale, a buildable lot in this specific pocket is genuinely uncommon.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 1086 W Ocean View Ave. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is just 0.3 miles away — a solid neighborhood spot for seafood and a cold drink after a day on the water. A 7-Eleven is equally close for quick coffee runs or grab-and-go essentials. When you want a sit-down meal with a bay view, Willoughby By The Bay is less than a mile down the road. For beach time, 12th View Beach Access is a 0.3-mile walk, and 13th View Street Beach Access adds another option just 0.5 miles out. Homes for sale in 23503 rarely pair this level of walkable coastal access with a military commute this short.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 1086 W Ocean View Ave may be the most commute-efficient buildable lot in the city. VA loan financing can be used for land-and-construction packages, making this an option worth exploring for service members ready to build exactly the home their family needs rather than compromise on someone else's floor plan.

For buyers drawn to character

If your vision is a custom home designed around water views, bay breezes, and a neighborhood with genuine coastal character, this is the lot to start with. Willoughby Beach has the kind of identity that can't be retrofitted into a subdivision — it's earned through location, history, and the people who've chosen to build their lives here. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School will find this address sits squarely in that zone.

More buyer questions

How far is 1086 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is approximately 4 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest buildable waterfront parcels to the base in the Norfolk area.

What type of property is 1086 W Ocean View Ave?

This is a land parcel in the Willoughby Beach neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia — suitable for a custom single-family home construction on the West Ocean View Avenue waterfront corridor.

Is 1086 W Ocean View Ave in a flood zone?

Given its waterfront location along the Chesapeake Bay, prospective buyers should review the FEMA flood map for this parcel — see the FloodRisk tile on this page for current designation details.

Where is the nearest beach access to 1086 W Ocean View Ave?

12th View Beach Access is just 0.3 miles away, with a second access point at 13th View Street Beach Access approximately 0.5 miles from the address.

Are there HOA requirements in Willoughby Beach?

HOA status for this specific parcel should be confirmed during due diligence — your agent can pull the deed and any recorded covenants to clarify what, if any, association obligations apply to the lot.

Ready to explore what's possible at 1086 W Ocean View Ave? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this waterfront corridor well — reach out to start the conversation.

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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

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhood

Wards Corner

Wards Corner is a residential neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes and modest multi-unit properties.

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For sale now

$74K

HH income

49%

Owner-occupied

U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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

Run the real carrying cost

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

$3,174/mo

Principal & interest

$2,594

Property tax

$434

Home insurance

$146

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

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

265% of $188,900

City assessment record · taxes $5,207/yr

Land share of assessed value

100% — $188,900

Improvements $0 · assessor record ✓

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$499,900

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$5,207

Monthly Tax

$434

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.04%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 15, 2026$499,900—
Currently listed—$499,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

165% above assessment

Total Assessed

$188,900

Land

$188,900

Improvement

N/A

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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Market tempo

50 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1086 W Ocean View Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Willoughby Elementary, Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 3/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1086 W Ocean View 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.
Are there parks near 1086 W Ocean View Ave?+
12th View- Beach Access is about 0.2 miles away.
Is 1086 W Ocean View Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Bay,Restrictions.
Does 1086 W Ocean View Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

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

The people

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