66 days on market
$2,000,000
1211 W Ocean View Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23505
MLS# 10620689 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated May 27, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$12,890/mo
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Price / sq ft
$0
0 sq ft
Days on market
66
HOA
None
Year built
1973
53 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
0
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Rare opportunity to own a 22-unit apartment complex in a sought-after beachside location. Offering 16 spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units and 6 comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath units, this property benefits from proximity to the beach, shopping centers, dining, and major highway routes. Excellent opportunity for investors seeking strong rental appeal in a prime coastal area.
Listed by Judith Boone · Judy Boone Realty Inc.
VaHome Team property overview
1211 W Ocean View Ave is a multi-unit apartment property in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood, built in 1973 and sitting just steps from the Atlantic shoreline — with Naval Station Norfolk a three-minute drive away and two public beach access points within two blocks.
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Why this home stands out
Few addresses in Norfolk put you this close to both the water and the gate. Willoughby Beach wraps around a peninsula where the Chesapeake Bay meets the ocean, and 1211 W Ocean View Ave sits right in the middle of that geography. Two public beach access points are within a two-block walk, a waterfront grill is practically next door, and the main gate at Naval Station Norfolk is about three minutes by car. That combination is genuinely hard to replicate anywhere else in the region.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Willoughby Beach occupies a narrow peninsula in the northern corner of Norfolk, Virginia, where the Chesapeake Bay shoreline curves around toward Ocean View. It's one of the city's most distinct waterfront pockets — a low-key, salt-air community where residents can walk to the beach on a weekday morning and still be inside the gate at Naval Station Norfolk before most people have finished their commute. For anyone researching military housing Norfolk, this neighborhood consistently surfaces as one of the shortest commute options to the base while still offering genuine coastal living rather than a purely suburban feel. The streets here are quiet and residential, the pace is unhurried, and the water is never far from view. Norfolk as a whole is a city with deep maritime roots, a growing food and arts scene downtown, and a cost of living that still makes waterfront proximity achievable. Willoughby Beach sits at the northern edge of all of that — connected to the city but with its own distinct character shaped almost entirely by the bay.
What's nearby
Step outside and daily life comes together quickly. The 12th View Beach Access is 0.1 miles away, and 13th View Street Beach Access is just 0.2 miles — both are easy walks for an early morning or an after-work reset. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is right at 0.1 miles, a waterfront spot that handles everything from casual weeknight dinners to weekend gatherings. A 7-Eleven is also at 0.1 miles for quick grabs and coffee runs, and 24/7 OV EATS at 0.4 miles keeps options open at any hour. Naval Station Norfolk is three minutes by car, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is just four minutes out.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to the gate at Naval Station Norfolk and four minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 1211 W Ocean View Ave is about as close to both installations as you can get without living on base. BAH goes a long way in this part of Norfolk, and a VA loan makes the math even more favorable. Add two beach access points within walking distance and you have a setup that's genuinely hard to beat for an active-duty household.
For buyers drawn to character
Willoughby Beach has the kind of personality that doesn't come from a developer's master plan — it evolved around the water, and it shows. The streets feel lived-in, the neighbors know each other, and the bay is a constant backdrop. If you're browsing homes for sale in Norfolk VA and want something with real coastal character rather than a polished subdivision aesthetic, this peninsula neighborhood is worth a serious look.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1211 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately a three-minute drive from 1211 W Ocean View Ave, making it one of the closest off-base addresses to the main gate in the entire city.
How far is 1211 W Ocean View Ave from MARFORCOM Norfolk?
MARFORCOM Norfolk is about four minutes by car from 1211 W Ocean View Ave, just slightly farther than Naval Station Norfolk and well within a practical daily commute.
What is the Willoughby Beach neighborhood like?
Willoughby Beach is a waterfront peninsula community in northern Norfolk with a relaxed, salt-air character, walkable beach access, and a mix of long-term residents and military households drawn by its proximity to the bases.
Is 1211 W Ocean View Ave in a flood zone?
Given its location on the Willoughby Beach peninsula in coastal Norfolk, flood zone status is an important consideration — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this address.
Are there beaches within walking distance of 1211 W Ocean View Ave?
Yes — the 12th View Beach Access is 0.1 miles away and the 13th View Street Beach Access is 0.2 miles away, both reachable on foot in just a few minutes.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Willoughby Beach and the surrounding Norfolk waterfront inside and out — reach out to talk through what this address could mean for you.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
0
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$2,000,000
Price / Sq Ft
$0
Annual Taxes
$23,154
Monthly Tax
$1,930
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.16%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 22, 2026 | $2,000,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $2,000,000 | — |
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About buying in Norfolk
Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$12,890/moPrincipal & interest
$10,378
Property tax
$1,930
Home insurance
$583
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.
Listed by Judy Boone Realty Inc. · MLS# 10620689
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$2,000,000
1211 W Ocean View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23505
Norfolk, Virginia 23505
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