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$510,000
$264 / sqft · est. $3,278/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
1,932sqft
0days on market

1505 Lea View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

New ListingResidential · built 1920 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Priced $54K below 2023 appraisal! 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 appliances, gas range, wine fridge, large island, and open flow into the dining/living areas. Relax on the front porch with water views, entertain on the large rear deck, or enjoy the fenced backyard with outdoor shower. Upstairs, the primary suite features bay views, a water-facing balcony, and ensuite bath with dual sinks and walk-in shower. 2 additional bedrooms share a spacious Jack-and-Jill bath with soaking tub and rain shower head. Main-level laundry, garage storage, and a prime Willoughby Beach location complete this turnkey coastal hom

Listing courtesy of Lisa Martin · Judy Boone Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10644665

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Our read on this home

At a glance

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.

More buyer 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.

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

1920

Price / sqft

$264

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,799/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10644665

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,932
Stories
3
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
3
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Balcony, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Spare Room, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Other
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.0600
Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$3,278/mo

Principal & interest

$2,646

Property tax

$483

Home insurance

$149

PMI

None

HOA

None

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Value & history

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$305,000 – $450,000

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.

177 W Bay AVE · 2.4 mi · 1,914 sqft$435,000 sold 2026-02
8811 Commodore DR · 2.4 mi · 1,788 sqft$450,000 sold 2026-04
114 HAVEN DR · 2.9 mi · 1,945 sqft$364,900 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$510,000

Price / Sq Ft

$264

Annual Taxes

$5,799

Monthly Tax

$483

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.14%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 17, 2026$510,000—
Currently listed—$510,000—

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

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1505 Lea View 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 1505 Lea View Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 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 1505 Lea View Ave?+
13th View Street- Beach Access is about 0.3 miles away.
Does 1505 Lea View Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1505 Lea View Ave built?+
It was built in 1920, per the listing record.

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1505 Lea View Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10644665 · 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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