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1522 Chela AVE #A2, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
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2beds
2baths
960sqft
8days on market

1522 Chela Ave #A2, Norfolk, VA 23503

ActiveRental · built 1983 · WILLOUGHBY PARK

About this home

No need to look any further! Super cute 2nd floor spacious condo with an open floor plan and balcony. Offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Updated kitchen with all appliances and a large built-in pantry. Washer/Dryer included. Fantastic location with close proximity to naval bases, Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel and JUST 1 street from the BEACH! Don't miss out on this great opportunity! Call TODAY to schedule your personal tour and start packing!

Listing courtesy of Neal Wilson · Patriot Property Management · REIN MLS #10659418

Facts & features

Type

Rental

Year built

1983

Price / sqft

$2

HOA

None

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10659418

Association amenities

Ground Maint

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
960
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Other rooms
Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet, 1st Floor Primary BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Lo Rise
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump W/A
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY PARK
Unit / floor
2
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space, Assigned/Reserved, Lot
Possession
NOW
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Crash Zone None, Noise < 65 dB

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Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Two-bedroom, two-bath condo near the water in Norfolk. Built in 1983, it sits just three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. You're walking distance to beach access and local dining. This is a compact home with straightforward appeal.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23503 and homes for sale zoned for Granby High School. Nearby, look at Willoughby homes for sale, Norfolk waterfront homes for sale, Norfolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Norfolk.

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Why this home stands out

The location is the real draw here. You're steps away from two public beach-access points and surrounded by restaurants within a short walk. Naval Station Norfolk is just three minutes away, making this spot practical for base commuters. The unit itself is efficient: two bedrooms, two baths, and 960 square feet of living space. It's the kind of address that anchors Norfolk homes for sale in a waterfront-adjacent neighborhood.

WILLOUGHBY PARK and the Norfolk real estate market

East Ocean View is a working waterfront neighborhood with a direct, no-frills character. The streets are lined with modest residential buildings, many from the 1970s and 1980s, and the vibe is unpretentious and neighborly. Water access is genuinely close—you can walk to 13th View Street Beach Access in two minutes or reach 12th View in three. Norfolk itself is a major naval hub with deep maritime history. Getting around is straightforward: downtown is about ten minutes north, the airport roughly fifteen minutes west. If you're comparing homes for sale in 23503, you'll notice this zip code sits right at the city's waterfront edge, where housing tends to be more affordable and base proximity is unbeatable.

What's nearby

Daily life is convenient here. Willoughby By The Bay is a short walk away for dinner out. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar sits just a few blocks off, and 7-Eleven covers quick coffee and snacks. The real neighbors, though, are the two beach-access parks: 13th View Street is practically next door, and 12th View is just a three-minute walk. You're in a spot where the water is always close.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Station Norfolk is three minutes away by car, and MARFORCOM Norfolk sits at four minutes. This address works well for VA loan financing. The unit has two bedrooms and two full baths in 960 square feet. You'll find base commutes here are among the shortest in the region.

For buyers drawn to character

This is old Norfolk—genuine waterfront living without the polish. Built in 1983, the building has the honest bones of its era. You're steps from the water, surrounded by working-neighborhood energy and local restaurants. If you're drawn to neighborhoods with real history and direct access to the bay, this location delivers it.

More buyer questions

How far is 1522 Chela Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

It's about three minutes by car. MARFORCOM Norfolk is four minutes away.

Is there beach access nearby?

Yes. 13th View Street Beach Access is two blocks away, and 12th View Beach Access is three blocks away.

What restaurants are within walking distance?

Willoughby By The Bay, Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar, and a 7-Eleven are all within a few blocks.

Can I use a VA loan to buy here?

Yes. VA loan financing is common in this area and works well for condos that meet VA requirements.

What zoning applies to this address?

This property is zoned for homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Granby High School. Check the Schools tile for details on programs and ratings.

Ready to explore this waterfront condo? Contact Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour and learn more.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

High Risk

FEMA flood zone

AE (1% annual chance)

Base flood elevation

8 ft above sea level

Property elevation

4.7 ft above sea level

3.3 ft below BFE

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Willoughby

Willoughby is the western end of Norfolk's bayfront, in ZIP codes 23503 and 23505. Willoughby Spit is a narrow strip of sand. The Chesapeake Bay is on one side and Willoughby Bay on the other.

$327K

Median sale · 12 mo

$230

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

50

For sale now

$64K

HH income

39.7%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NS Norfolk

Navy

14min·8.5mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

17min·9.4mi

NSA HR

Navy

19min·9.9mi

Little Creek

Navy

25min·10.7mi

NMCP

Navy

29min·14.2mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$9/mo

Principal & interest

$9

Property tax

$0

Home insurance

$1

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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

Comparables

Asking vs. assessment

1% of $190,000

City assessment record

Land share of assessed value

14% — $26,900

Improvements $163,100 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$190,000 – $330,000

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.

1310 Little Bay AVE · 0.4 mi · 960 sqft$330,000 sold 2026-06
1146 Toler PL #1 · 0.7 mi · 925 sqft$215,000 sold 2026-05
1326 W Ocean View AVE #B · 0.3 mi · 1,100 sqft$244,150 sold 2026-03

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,725

Price / Sq Ft

$2

Annual Taxes

N/A

Monthly Tax

N/A

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

N/A

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 27, 2026$1,725—
Currently listed—$1,725—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

99% below assessment

Total Assessed

$190,000

Land

$26,900

Improvement

$163,100

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.

Market tempo

8 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1522 Chela Ave #A2 in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Willoughby Elementary, Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1522 Chela Ave #A2 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 1522 Chela Ave #A2?+
13th View Street- Beach Access is about 0.4 miles away.
Does 1522 Chela Ave #A2 have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1522 Chela Ave #A2 built?+
It was built in 1983, 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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Listed by

Neal Wilson

Patriot Property Management

Questions, showings and applications for this rental go to the listing agent.

Listing courtesy of Neal Wilson · Patriot Property Management · REIN MLS #10659418

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Listed by Neal Wilson, Patriot Property Management

1522 Chela Ave #A2, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10659418 · 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.

Listed by Neal Wilson