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NorfolkWILLOUGHBY BEACH1129 Little Bay Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10632061 · record updated Jul 11, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$575,000
$205 / sqft · est. $3,751/mo →
5beds
3.1baths
2,800sqft
74days on market

1129 Little Bay Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

ActiveResidential · built 1946 · 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, Deep Water, Deep Water Access.

Frontage

Bay ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Experience the ultimate coastal lifestyle in this breathtaking Willoughby stunner. If you are searching for a meticulously updated waterfront home where the bay serves as your daily backdrop, this is it. Enjoy dual Primary suites with one on the first floor with a private entrance. Every inch of this residence has been refreshed, featuring expansive new flooring and fresh, neutral paint throughout. The heart of the home is a chef-inspired kitchen boasting crisp white cabinetry and elegant stone countertops. Relaxation extends to the beautifully updated bathrooms showcasing sophisticated tile work. Beyond the aesthetic beauty, this home provides peace of mind with a brand-new roof and a newer water heater. Outside enjoy gentle sea breezes, panoramic water views, and peaceful evenings spent directly on the sand. This rare gem perfectly combines the tranquility of a beach retreat with the high-end comforts of a modern renovation.

Listing courtesy of Jamey Fereday · World Class Realty · REIN MLS #10632061

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

1129 Little Bay Ave is a five-bedroom, 3.1-bath home in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood, just steps from the water and three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. With 2,800 square feet built in 1946, it delivers genuine beachside character and serious everyday convenience in one address.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1129 Little Bay Ave apart is the combination almost nobody finds in Hampton Roads: a generously sized, five-bedroom home sitting inside a tight-knit waterfront community, with two major military installations reachable in under five minutes. Willoughby Beach is a genuine neighborhood — not a resort strip — and this 1946-built house carries the kind of architectural personality that newer construction simply can't replicate.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Willoughby Beach occupies the northern tip of Norfolk, where the Chesapeake Bay meets the mouth of Hampton Roads harbor. It's one of those rare urban neighborhoods where you can walk to the water in minutes, watch Navy ships pass on the horizon, and still be inside city limits with full access to everything Norfolk offers. The streets here are quiet and residential, lined with mid-century homes that have been loved and updated over decades. Neighbors tend to know each other, and the pace feels deliberately unhurried for a place so close to two major bases. If you've been searching through houses for sale in Norfolk and wondering where the waterfront character actually lives — this is it. The community has a genuine sense of place: beach access points around the corner, a local raw bar within a short walk, and the kind of salt-air atmosphere that makes coming home feel like an arrival. Norfolk itself surrounds you with world-class dining, arts, and employment, but Willoughby Beach keeps its own identity intact.

What's nearby

Daily life at 1129 Little Bay Ave keeps things refreshingly close. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is just 0.1 miles away — a neighborhood favorite for fresh seafood and casual evenings out. A 7-Eleven at the same distance handles quick coffee runs and last-minute essentials. For a broader meal option, 24/7 OV EATS is half a mile down the road. The real draw, though, is the beach itself: the 12th View Beach Access is 0.2 miles away, and 13th View Street Beach Access is just 0.3 miles — both walkable in under ten minutes on foot.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Three minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and four minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — it's hard to overstate how much that proximity changes daily life for a military family. Whether you're managing a long duty day, coordinating school pickups, or trying to maximize time at home during a shore tour, this location delivers. VA loan eligibility and BAH rates in this zip code make the numbers worth a serious look with your lender.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes for sale in Norfolk VA with this much architectural history and this close to the water are genuinely rare. Built in 1946, 1129 Little Bay Ave carries the proportions and craftsmanship of mid-century construction — real rooms, real presence — updated for modern living across five bedrooms and 2,800 square feet. If you want a home with a story, Willoughby Beach is the right address.

More buyer questions

How far is 1129 Little Bay Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is approximately 3 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential streets to the main gate in all of Norfolk.

How far is 1129 Little Bay Ave from MARFORCOM Norfolk?

MARFORCOM Norfolk is roughly 4 minutes by car from this address — a straightforward commute with no highway required.

What is the Willoughby Beach neighborhood like?

Willoughby Beach is a quiet, established waterfront community at the northern tip of Norfolk, known for its mid-century homes, bay views, walkable beach access points, and a strong sense of neighborhood identity.

Is 1129 Little Bay Ave in a flood zone?

Willoughby Beach sits in a coastal area of Norfolk, so flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this specific parcel.

Are there walkable beach access points near 1129 Little Bay Ave?

Yes — the 12th View Beach Access is 0.2 miles away and the 13th View Street Beach Access is 0.3 miles, both easily walkable from the front door.

Ready to see 1129 Little Bay Ave in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Willoughby Beach well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1946

Price / sqft

$205

HOA

None

Taxes

$7,191/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10632061

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,800
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, In-Law Suite, PBR with Bath
Interior features
Fireplace Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cottage
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Exterior features
Patio
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial
Waterfront
Bay,Deep Water,Deep Water Access
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Norfolk waterfront homes.

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

In the Chesapeake Shores & Bayview neighborhood of Norfolk. see more Norfolk homes

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$3,751/mo

Principal & interest

$2,984

Property tax

$599

Home insurance

$168

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. 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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

98% of $584,700

City assessment record · taxes $7,191/yr

Land share of assessed value

23% — $134,800

Improvements $449,900 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$351,000$765,000

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.

9626 12th View ST · 0.1 mi · 2,436 sqft$579,000 sold 2026-07
569 W Ocean View AVE · 1 mi · 2,419 sqft$351,000 sold 2026-04
9233 Atwood AVE · 1.3 mi · 2,541 sqft$405,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$575,000

Price / Sq Ft

$205

Annual Taxes

$7,191

Monthly Tax

$599

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.25%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 28, 2026$575,000
Price reducedJul 11, 2026$575,000−$12,500
Currently listed$575,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$584,700

Land

$134,800

Improvement

$449,900

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.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

74 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1129 Little Bay Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ocean View Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Northside Middle School (GreatSchools 3/10), Granby (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1129 Little Bay Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Are there parks near 1129 Little Bay Ave?+
12th View- Beach Access is about 0.2 miles away.
Is 1129 Little Bay Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Bay,Deep Water,Deep Water Access.
Does 1129 Little Bay Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1129 Little Bay Ave built?+
It was built in 1946, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Jamey Fereday · World Class Realty · REIN MLS #10632061

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1129 Little Bay Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10632061 · 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.