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1,446sqft
111days on market

1147 Modoc Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

ActiveMulti Family Residential · built 1984 · BAYVIEW BEACH

Facts & features

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1984

Price / sqft

$242

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,488/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10635843

Interior

Approx. sqft
1,446

Construction & exterior

Style
Side by Side
Subtype
Duplex
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot features
Shed
Subdivision
BAYVIEW BEACH
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
AT CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

These side-by-side duplexes in Bayview are only 5 blocks to the beach! Nice opportunity for Investors or a Buyer looking to live in one side and rent the other.

Listing courtesy of Ken Belkofer · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · REIN MLS #10635843

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1147 Modoc Ave is a 1,446-square-foot multi-family property in Norfolk, built in 1984 and sitting just seven minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Water, dining, and daily errands are all within easy reach — making this address a practical, well-located choice in the 23503 zip code.

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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. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Norfolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Chesapeake Shores & Bayview 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

Multi-family properties this close to Naval Station Norfolk and MARFORCOM are genuinely hard to come by. At 1,446 square feet on Modoc Ave, you get a dual-unit footprint steps from Lake Modoc and within a short walk of Community Beach Park — a combination of operational convenience and waterfront neighborhood character that sets this address apart from the typical Norfolk homes for sale.

BAYVIEW BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Modoc Ave sits in a quiet, established corner of Norfolk where the streets run close to the water and the pace feels unhurried. Lake Modoc is half a mile away, Doc's Beach is just over that, and Community Beach Park is under a mile — so the neighborhood genuinely delivers on its coastal proximity, not just its zip code. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast, home to the world's largest naval base, a revitalized downtown waterfront, and a food scene that punches well above its size. The 23503 corridor carries a workaday, unpretentious energy — neighbors who know each other, blocks with mature trees, and easy access to the broader Hampton Roads metro without the traffic of more congested corridors. If you are comparing homes for sale in Norfolk, this part of the city offers a distinct blend of neighborhood stability and water-adjacent lifestyle that newer developments simply cannot replicate.

What's nearby

Day-to-day life runs smoothly from Modoc Ave. Joan Brant is just 0.3 miles away for quick grocery runs, with an Amoco and BP both within half a mile. When you want to eat out, Peppers Indian Cuisine and El Rey Taqueria are each a short half-mile trip, and Krispy Krunchy Chicken is right there too. Three 7-Eleven locations within a mile cover coffee and convenience at any hour. For outdoor time, Lake Modoc, Doc's Beach, and Community Beach Park form a natural triangle of green and waterfront space all within 0.8 miles of the front door.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Seven minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and eight minutes to MARFORCOM — Modoc Ave is about as well-positioned as a Hampton Roads address gets for active-duty households. A multi-family structure gives military buyers flexibility, and VA loan eligibility can make the math work in ways a single-family home in this location often cannot. Proximity to the gate matters here, and this address delivers it.

For first-time buyers

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Norview High School and homes for sale zoned for Oceanair Elementary will find Modoc Ave worth a close look. The multi-family format at 1,446 square feet offers more square footage per dollar than many single-family alternatives in the 23503 zip, and the walkable access to parks and local dining gives first-time buyers a neighborhood with genuine day-to-day livability built right in.

More buyer questions

How far is 1147 Modoc Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately seven minutes by car from 1147 Modoc Ave, making it one of the more gate-convenient addresses in the 23503 zip code. MARFORCOM Norfolk is similarly close at about eight minutes.

What type of property is 1147 Modoc Ave?

1147 Modoc Ave is classified as a multi-family residential property, built in 1984, with a total of 1,446 square feet. The multi-family designation means the structure is designed to accommodate more than one household under one roof.

Is 1147 Modoc Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA data for the 23503 area. Review that section for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Where are the nearest parks to 1147 Modoc Ave?

Lake Modoc is about half a mile away, Doc's Beach is roughly 0.6 miles, and Community Beach Park is under a mile — all accessible without getting on a major road.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase a multi-family property like 1147 Modoc Ave?

VA loans can be used to purchase multi-family properties of up to four units, provided the buyer intends to occupy one of the units as a primary residence. It is worth confirming current eligibility requirements with a VA-approved lender, as guidelines can vary.

Tom and Dariya Milan know this part of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what homes for sale in 23503 are actually worth — and whether 1147 Modoc Ave fits your goals.

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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 C

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

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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

$2,042/mo

Principal & interest

$1,816

Property tax

$124

Home insurance

$102

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

139% of $252,300

City assessment record · taxes $1,488/yr

Land share of assessed value

44% — $112,200

Improvements $140,100 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$265,000 – $380,000

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.

7459 Oakmont DR · 2.1 mi · 1,400 sqft$340,000 sold 2026-07
1316 Oakmont PL · 2.1 mi · 1,364 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-07
7044 Gardner DR · 2.4 mi · 1,456 sqft$300,000 sold 2026-02

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$350,000

Price / Sq Ft

$242

Annual Taxes

$1,488

Monthly Tax

$124

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.43%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 23, 2026$350,000—
Currently listed—$350,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

39% above assessment

Total Assessed

$252,300

Land

$112,200

Improvement

$140,100

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

111 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

Is 1147 Modoc 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 3/10), Norview (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1147 Modoc 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 1147 Modoc Ave?+
Yes — The Yoga Space is about 1 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 1147 Modoc Ave?+
Lake Modoc is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1147 Modoc Ave?+
Amoco is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is BIG BOSS BURRITOS 2 (0.4 mi).
Does 1147 Modoc Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1147 Modoc Ave built?+
It was built in 1984, per the listing record.

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

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1147 Modoc Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10635843 · 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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