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1310 Little Bay AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
$330,000
$344 / sqft · est. $2,043/mo →
3beds
2baths
960sqft
19days on market

1310 Little Bay Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

SoldResidential · built 1947 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Charming coastal cottage just moments from the beach, fully renovated and move-in ready. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends classic character with modern upgrades, making it ideal as a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property.The interior features a bright, open layout with a completely updated kitchen, new flooring throughout, and fresh paint that creates a light, airy feel. The spacious living area flows seamlessly into the dining and kitchen spaces, perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a day at the beach.Step outside to enjoy the large screened porch—an inviting space for morning coffee or evening gatherings—overlooking a private backyard. Additional outdoor highlights include outdoor shower, perfect for rinsing off after the beach, and a detached bar/entertainment area ideal for hosting.Currently approved as a short-term rental, this property offers excellent income potential. Fully furnished negotiable, tmi inspected and letter

Listing courtesy of Robert Principe · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10632062

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A compact 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage in Willoughby Beach, Norfolk — just steps from the water and three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Built in 1947, this 960-square-foot home puts beach access, neighborhood restaurants, and two major bases within easy reach of your front door.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1310 Little Bay Ave apart is the combination of genuine waterfront-neighborhood living and unbeatable proximity to base. You're 0.1 miles from a beach access point, three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk, and four minutes from MARFORCOM Norfolk — yet the street itself has the quiet, unhurried feel of a classic mid-century beach community. That's a rare pairing in Norfolk real estate.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Willoughby Beach sits at the northern tip of Norfolk, where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Lafayette River estuary. It's one of the city's most distinctive pockets — a tight-knit, low-key beach neighborhood where streets dead-end at the water and neighbors know each other by name. The homes here are mostly modest mid-century cottages, many of them lovingly maintained across decades, and the community has a genuine year-round character rather than a seasonal one. If you're exploring norfolk va real estate and want a neighborhood with actual sand, salt air, and a real sense of place, Willoughby Beach delivers all three. Norfolk itself is a city of real variety — world-class naval history, a growing arts and food scene downtown, and waterfront access in nearly every direction. Willoughby Beach is one of the best-kept secrets within it, offering a slower pace without sacrificing convenience to everything the broader city has to offer.

What's nearby

Step outside and you're 0.1 miles from 13th View Street Beach Access — a quick walk to the water any morning you feel like it. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is just 0.3 miles away, making it an easy choice for a casual dinner without getting in the car. 24/7 OV Eats is 0.2 miles out when you need a bite at odd hours. The 7-Eleven at 0.3 miles covers quick coffee runs and everyday grab-and-go needs. A second beach access point at 12th View is also within a short 0.3-mile stroll, giving you options for your daily walk or an afternoon by the water.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Station Norfolk is a three-minute drive from 1310 Little Bay Ave — about as close as it gets without living on base. MARFORCOM Norfolk is four minutes out. For military families weighing BAH and commute time together, this address makes the math straightforward. A VA loan can make ownership here very accessible, and the short drive means more time at home rather than in traffic.

For first-time buyers

If you're ready to buy a house in Norfolk and want to start somewhere with real neighborhood character, 1310 Little Bay Ave is worth a close look. At 960 square feet, it's a manageable first home — easy to maintain, easy to understand, and located in a community where the beach is a short walk away. Willoughby Beach has a stability and charm that tends to hold its appeal across market cycles.

More buyer questions

How far is 1310 Little Bay Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1310 Little Bay Ave, making it one of the closest off-base addresses you'll find in the area. The route is straightforward with no highway required.

Where is the nearest beach access to 1310 Little Bay Ave?

The 13th View Street Beach Access point is just 0.1 miles from the property — a short walk from the front door. A second access point at 12th View is 0.3 miles away.

What is the Willoughby Beach neighborhood like?

Willoughby Beach is a quiet, close-knit mid-century beach community at the northern edge of Norfolk, known for its Chesapeake Bay proximity, modest cottage-style homes, and year-round residential character. It draws people who want genuine waterfront-neighborhood living without the resort-area crowds.

Is 1310 Little Bay Ave in a flood zone?

Willoughby Beach is a coastal neighborhood, so flood zone status is a meaningful question for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation specific to 1310 Little Bay Ave.

How old is the home at 1310 Little Bay Ave and what should I know about its era?

The home was built in 1947, placing it in the post-war cottage construction era common throughout Willoughby Beach. Homes of this vintage often have solid bones but may carry updated systems alongside original architectural details — a pre-purchase inspection is always a smart step.

Curious whether 1310 Little Bay Ave fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan know Willoughby Beach well — reach out and let's talk through the details together.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1947

Price / sqft

$344

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,811/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10632062

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
960
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Porch, Screened Porch, Utility Closet
Interior features
Window Treatments
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Construction & exterior

Style
Cottage
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Exterior features
Patio
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air,Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Multi Car, Off Street, Street
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 7 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. Norfolk houses for sale →

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

$2,043/mo

Principal & interest

$1,712

Property tax

$234

Home insurance

$96

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

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

144% of $228,500

City assessment record · taxes $2,811/yr

Land share of assessed value

55% — $125,400

Improvements $103,100 · 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

$190,000 – $278,000

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.

865 Little Bay AVE #2 · 0.8 mi · 1,029 sqft$240,000 sold 2026-07
507 W Ocean View AVE · 1.4 mi · 1,000 sqft$247,990 sold 2026-07
225 A View AVE #214 · 2 mi · 960 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$330,000

Price / Sq Ft

$344

Annual Taxes

$2,811

Monthly Tax

$234

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.85%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 27, 2026$330,000—
Price reducedJun 15, 2026$330,000−$19,000
SoldJun 12, 2026$330,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

44% above assessment

Total Assessed

$228,500

Land

$125,400

Improvement

$103,100

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1310 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 1310 Little Bay Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 7 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 1310 Little Bay Ave?+
13th View Street- Beach Access is about 0.1 miles away.
Does 1310 Little Bay Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1310 Little Bay Ave built?+
It was built in 1947, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Robert Principe · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10632062

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1310 Little Bay Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10632062 · 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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