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$250,000
$161 / sqft · est. $1,670/mo →
4beds
2baths
1,552sqft
61days on market

1305 W Norcova Dr, Norfolk, VA 23502

Under ContractResidential · built 1942 · RIVER OAKS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Detached home located on a cul-de-dac Norfolk offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across approximately 1,552 square feet. The layout includes multiple living areas and two kitchens, creating strong potential for income-producing use or flexible living arrangements. Separate access to upper and lower levels allows for variety of configurations. Features include central air, heat pump, electric hot water, and a mix of carpet, ceramic, and wood flooring. The property sits on a spacious lot with large backyard, detached one-car garage, and extended driveway for additional parking. Conveniently located near major roadways, shopping, and local amenities.

Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Abrams · Abrams Realty · REIN MLS #10629999

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 1305 W Norcova Dr — a four-bedroom, two-bath home in Norfolk's River Oaks neighborhood, built in 1942 on a 0.18-acre lot. At 1,552 square feet, it offers solid bones, a walkable location, and a quick commute to two major military installations.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1305 W Norcova Dr apart is the combination of a mid-century footprint with genuine everyday convenience. Four bedrooms is a rarity at this size in River Oaks, giving you flexibility whether you need a dedicated home office, a guest room, or space for a growing household. Grocery stores, restaurants, and a neighborhood park are all within a mile, and two military installations are each under ten minutes away by car.

RIVER OAKS and the Norfolk real estate market

River Oaks is one of those Norfolk neighborhoods that rewards the people who take the time to explore it. The streets are lined with homes from the 1940s and 1950s — a generation of construction that prioritized solid framing and sensible layouts over flash. The neighborhood sits in the eastern part of Norfolk, giving residents easy access to both downtown and the broader Hampton Roads region without the congestion of the city's busier corridors. If you're researching norfolk real estate and want a neighborhood with character and community rather than cookie-cutter construction, River Oaks consistently earns a second look. Norfolk itself is a city of genuine variety — waterfront parks, a thriving arts scene, diverse dining, and a deep military heritage all coexist within a compact, navigable geography. Living here means you're close to everything the city offers while still coming home to a quieter residential block.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 1305 W Norcova Dr. Piggly Wiggly is just 0.4 miles away for grocery runs, with Royal Farms and Tiendita Latinos Unidos both within 0.6 miles for additional options. When you're ready to eat out, Maymar is a quick 0.4-mile trip, and Taqueria El Viejon and El Callejon Tacos y Mas are each about half a mile away. A Starbucks Coffee Company is 0.7 miles out for your morning routine. Families and athletes will appreciate 1STRING Sports Training at 0.8 miles, and North Foxhall Playground is also within a comfortable walk at 0.8 miles — a solid spot for kids or an afternoon stroll.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are each about nine minutes from the front door — a commute that makes a real difference on early-morning duty days. The VA loan is a natural fit for this price range and property type, and River Oaks has long been a neighborhood where military families put down roots. BAH rates for the Norfolk area make ownership here a practical conversation worth having.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms in a 1,552-square-foot home means every room earns its keep. Whether you're carving out a dedicated workspace, setting up a proper guest suite, or just making sure the kids each have their own space, 1305 W Norcova Dr gives you the room count without requiring you to manage a sprawling footprint. The 0.18-acre lot adds outdoor space, and North Foxhall Playground is less than a mile away.

More buyer questions

How far is 1305 W Norcova Dr from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately nine minutes from 1305 W Norcova Dr by car, making it one of the more convenient locations in Norfolk for Coast Guard personnel. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the region's heavier traffic corridors.

How far is 1305 W Norcova Dr from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about nine minutes away, in roughly the same direction as USCG Base Portsmouth. Both installations are accessible without navigating downtown Norfolk traffic.

What is the lot size and property type at 1305 W Norcova Dr?

The property is a single-family residential home sitting on a 0.18-acre lot — a comfortable size for a yard, garden, or outdoor entertaining space within an established neighborhood.

Is 1305 W Norcova Dr in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 1305 W Norcova Dr is available in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.

What are the closest grocery stores to 1305 W Norcova Dr?

Piggly Wiggly is the closest at 0.4 miles, with Royal Farms and Tiendita Latinos Unidos both within 0.6 miles — enough variety that a quick errand rarely requires a long drive.

Curious about 1305 W Norcova Dr or other homes in River Oaks? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through what fits your situation.

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

1942

Price / sqft

$161

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,601/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10629999

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,552
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod, Cottage
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Stone,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1800
Subdivision
RIVER OAKS
Zoning
BC-2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, 4 Space, Off Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

65-70 dB DNL

Accident Potential Zone

Not in a mapped Accident Potential Zone

Source: U.S. Navy AICUZ — Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (via city GIS)

Explore this neighborhood

River Oaks

River Oaks is an established residential community in central Virginia Beach, positioned southeast of the Glenwood area and northwest of Courthouse Estates.

$311K

Median sale · 12 mo

$209

Sold $/sq ft

12d

Days on market

1

For sale now

$91K

HH income

73.6%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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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

$1,670/mo

Principal & interest

$1,297

Property tax

$300

Home insurance

$73

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

85% of $292,800

City assessment record · taxes $3,601/yr

Land share of assessed value

19% — $56,400

Improvements $236,400 · 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

$252,000 – $350,000

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.

425 Beacon Hill CIR · 1.4 mi · 1,574 sqft$350,000 sold 2026-07
3588 Riverside DR · 1.4 mi · 1,541 sqft$335,475 sold 2026-06
836 Townsend PL · 1.3 mi · 1,625 sqft$340,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$250,000

Price / Sq Ft

$161

Annual Taxes

$3,601

Monthly Tax

$300

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.44%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 16, 2026$250,000—
Price increasedJun 16, 2026$250,000+$10,000
Currently listed—$250,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

15% below assessment

Total Assessed

$292,800

Land

$56,400

Improvement

$236,400

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1305 W Norcova Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ingleside Elementary School (GreatSchools 8/10), Lake Taylor School (GreatSchools 3/10), BT Washington. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1305 W Norcova Dr 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 1305 W Norcova Dr?+
Yes — WAVE All-Star Cheerleading is about 0.4 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 1305 W Norcova Dr?+
North Foxhall Playground is about 0.8 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1305 W Norcova Dr?+
Piggly Wiggly is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Maymar (0.4 mi).
Does 1305 W Norcova Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1305 W Norcova Dr built?+
It was built in 1942, 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 Elizabeth Abrams · Abrams Realty · REIN MLS #10629999

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1305 W Norcova Dr, Norfolk, Virginia 23502 · MLS #10629999 · 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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