23 days on market
$545,000
1505 Lea View Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10633562 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated May 29, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,470/mo
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Price / sq ft
$282
1,932 sq ft
Days on market
23
HOA
None
Year built
1920
106 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,932
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Wake up to bay views and enjoy beach living with the Chesapeake Bay just across the street from this beautifully renovated Willoughby Beach home. Originally built in 1920 and completely renovated in 2021, the home was raised to meet coastal building standards and updated with a new roof, electrical, plumbing, windows, HVAC, and flooring. The main living level offers a spacious chef's kitchen with stainless steel appl…
Listed by Lisa Martin · Judy Boone Realty Inc.
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 1505 Lea View Ave — a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood, steps from the bay and three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Built in 1920, this 1,932-square-foot property blends century-old character with one of the most water-close locations in the city.
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Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1920 carry a personality that newer construction simply can't manufacture — thick walls, distinct proportions, and a sense of permanence. Add a location that puts you within a short walk of bay-front dining and two separate beach access points, and 1505 Lea View Ave occupies a category of its own in Willoughby Beach. Water, history, and convenience land at the same address.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Willoughby Beach sits at the northern tip of Norfolk, wrapped on three sides by the Chesapeake Bay and the Lafayette River. It's a tight-knit waterfront community where neighbors wave from front porches and the smell of salt air is just part of the background. Streets here are quiet and low-traffic, yet you're never more than a few minutes from the broader city. Among norfolk virginia homes for sale, properties in Willoughby Beach stand out because of how genuinely removed the neighborhood feels from the urban grid — while still sitting inside city limits. Norfolk itself is a full-service city with a deep arts scene, a thriving restaurant corridor on Granby Street, and one of the most active military presences on the East Coast. Willoughby Beach captures that city's best-kept-secret quality: real waterfront living without the price tag or the commute of the outer suburbs.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Willoughby By The Bay and 24/7 OV EATS are both within a tenth of a mile — morning coffee or a late-night bite, covered. Willoughby Fish House is two blocks further and worth the walk. Beach access is genuinely close: the 13th View Street Beach Access point is 0.3 miles away, and 12th View Beach Access is just half a mile down the road. A 7-Eleven sits 0.6 miles out for quick grab-and-go needs. Naval Station Norfolk is a three-minute drive, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is four minutes away — commute times that are hard to beat anywhere in the region.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and four minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 1505 Lea View Ave is about as close to base as you can get without living on it. For families using a VA loan or calculating BAH, this location compresses the commute to almost nothing and puts you in a stable, established neighborhood with real community feel.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes with actual history, 1920 construction in a walkable bay neighborhood is a rare find. The bones here predate most of Norfolk's suburban expansion, and the Willoughby Beach setting — water on three sides, quiet streets, century-old trees — gives the address a sense of place that newer developments spend millions trying to recreate and never quite get right.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1505 Lea View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1505 Lea View Ave, making it one of the closest off-base residential addresses in the city. MARFORCOM Norfolk is just one minute further at roughly 4 minutes by car.
What is the Willoughby Beach neighborhood like?
Willoughby Beach is a quiet, water-surrounded community at the northern edge of Norfolk, known for its bay views, walkable streets, and a strong neighborhood identity. It has a distinctly coastal character while remaining fully within the city.
Is 1505 Lea View Ave in a flood zone?
Willoughby Beach is a waterfront peninsula, so flood zone status is an important consideration for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and flood insurance guidance specific to this property.
How close is beach access to 1505 Lea View Ave?
The 13th View Street Beach Access point is about 0.3 miles away, and 12th View Beach Access is approximately 0.5 miles — both are walkable from the front door.
What restaurants are near 1505 Lea View Ave?
Willoughby By The Bay and 24/7 OV EATS are both within 0.1 miles, and Willoughby Fish House is just 0.2 miles away — three dining options within a short walk of the address.
Want to know more about 1505 Lea View Ave or explore other homes in Willoughby Beach? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out today.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,932
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$545,000
Price / Sq Ft
$282
Annual Taxes
$5,799
Monthly Tax
$483
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.06%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 6, 2026 | $545,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $545,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 19, 2026.
Total Assessed
$471,500
Land
$57,800
Improvement
$413,700
Parcel ID: 1521793449
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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
$3,470/moPrincipal & interest
$2,828
Property tax
$483
Home insurance
$159
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# 10633562
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$545,000
1505 Lea View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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