102 days on market
$898,000
1439 W Ocean View Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10617925 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated Mar 10, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$5,538/mo
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Price / sq ft
$281
3,200 sq ft
Days on market
102
HOA
None
Year built
1982
44 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
3,200
Garage
N/A
Schools
- ElementaryOceanair Elementary3/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Turnkey. Quadplex. Across The Street from the bay Great rental history. Each unit has a private deck. Unit A and C - fully renovated. Unit D and B still have older kitchens (there hasn't been enough down time to renovate the kitchens). Separate electric meters. Endless opportunities for Air BnB, Monthly, Yearly or Flex rentals! Laundry room on ground floor.
Listed by Dwayne Hart · KW Coastal Virginia Chesapeake
VaHome Team property overview
1439 W Ocean View Ave is a 3,200-square-foot multi-family property in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood, built in 1982 and sitting just minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Beach access, waterfront dining, and an unbeatable coastal location make this address genuinely hard to replicate.
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Why this home stands out
Multi-family properties this close to the water — and this close to Naval Station Norfolk — are a rare find in Hampton Roads. At 3,200 square feet, 1439 W Ocean View Ave offers meaningful space in a neighborhood defined by its bay views and laid-back coastal character. The combination of walkable beach access, a tight-knit waterfront community, and a three-minute drive to the base puts this address in a category of its own.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Willoughby Beach is one of Norfolk's most distinctive waterfront communities — a compact, character-rich strip of land where Chesapeake Bay breezes are a daily given and the pace of life slows down the moment you cross into the neighborhood. Streets here are lined with a mix of mid-century cottages and larger residential buildings, and the whole area carries the kind of relaxed, salt-air energy that people move to coastal Virginia specifically to find. If you've been searching through homes for sale in norfolk va, Willoughby Beach tends to stop the scroll — it simply doesn't feel like anywhere else in the city. Norfolk itself is a dynamic, waterfront-anchored city with a strong military presence, a growing arts and restaurant scene, and direct access to the broader Hampton Roads metro. Willoughby Beach sits at the northern tip of the city, giving residents a genuine sense of retreat while keeping downtown Norfolk, the naval bases, and the interstate all within easy reach.
What's nearby
Step outside and daily life comes together quickly. 24/7 OV EATS is right at your doorstep for a quick bite any hour of the day. Willoughby By The Bay and Willoughby Fish House are both within 0.2 miles — two solid waterfront dining options that become easy weeknight regulars. Need a coffee run? The 7-Eleven is half a mile away. For beach days, 13th View Street Beach Access is just 0.3 miles out, and 12th View Beach Access is a half-mile walk in the other direction — both giving you direct Chesapeake Bay shoreline without getting in a car.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Station Norfolk is a three-minute drive from this address, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is four minutes out — it's hard to find a shorter commute in the entire Hampton Roads area. For military households using a VA loan or working through BAH calculations, that proximity has real, everyday value. Willoughby Beach is a neighborhood where military families tend to put down roots and stay.
For buyers drawn to character
If what you're after is a property with a genuine sense of place — water nearby, a neighborhood with personality, and a building that's been part of a real community since 1982 — 1439 W Ocean View Ave delivers. Willoughby Beach isn't a subdivision; it's a coastal enclave with its own rhythm. Multi-family properties with this kind of footprint and this kind of location don't come up often.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1439 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is approximately 3 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential addresses to the base in the Norfolk area. MARFORCOM Norfolk is similarly close at about 4 minutes.
What type of property is 1439 W Ocean View Ave?
It's a multi-family residential property built in 1982, with a total of 3,200 square feet. The Willoughby Beach location and the building's size make it a relatively uncommon find in this part of Norfolk.
Where is the nearest beach access to 1439 W Ocean View Ave?
13th View Street Beach Access is about 0.3 miles away, and 12th View Beach Access is roughly 0.5 miles — both provide direct access to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
Is 1439 W Ocean View Ave in a flood zone?
Willoughby Beach is a coastal neighborhood in Norfolk, and flood zone status is an important consideration for any property in this area. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific designation tied to this address.
Does 1439 W Ocean View Ave have an HOA?
Based on available property data, there is no HOA associated with this address — though it's always worth confirming current status during the due-diligence process.
Curious about 1439 W Ocean View Ave or other properties in Willoughby Beach? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corner of Norfolk well — reach out and let's talk through what fits your situation.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
3,200
Stories
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
N/A
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$898,000
Price / Sq Ft
$281
Annual Taxes
$7,402
Monthly Tax
$617
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.82%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jan 27, 2026 | $898,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $898,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$601,800
Land
$125,400
Improvement
$476,400
Parcel ID: 1521797063 · View on city GIS portal
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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
$5,538/moPrincipal & interest
$4,660
Property tax
$617
Home insurance
$262
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 KW Coastal Virginia Chesapeake · MLS# 10617925
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$898,000
1439 W Ocean View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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