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$314,900
$300 / sqft · est. $1,954/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,050sqft
13days on market

1525 Baychester Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

Under ContractResidential · built 1953 · BAYVIEW BEACH

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1953

Price / sqft

$300

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,739/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10646472

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,050
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Full,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1400
Subdivision
BAYVIEW BEACH
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
FAST
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch just two blocks from the bay! This move in ready home offers a blend of comfort and convenience with numerous upgrades throughout. Gorgeous hardwood floors add warmth and character, while the beautifully updated kitchen provides a stylish and functional space for cooking and entertaining. Utility room offers additional storage and everyday practicality. Enjoy easy one level living in a desirable location near beaches, dining, shopping, and recreation. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or a coastal retreat, this well cared for home is one you won't want to miss!

Listing courtesy of Amanda Feliciano · World Class Realty & Prop Mgmt · REIN MLS #10646472

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 1525 Baychester Ave — a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,050-square-foot home built in 1953 in Norfolk, Virginia 23503, sitting eight minutes from both Naval Station Norfolk and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, with a beach access point just three-tenths of a mile away.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23503, homes for sale zoned for Norview High School, and homes for sale zoned for Bay View Elementary. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Norfolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Ocean View 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

What sets this address apart is the rare double-base convenience — Naval Station Norfolk and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story are each an eight-minute drive, making commute planning genuinely simple. Layer in a walkable beach access at Grove St. Beach Access, a compact and efficient floor plan that keeps utility costs predictable, and a mid-century Norfolk neighborhood with mature character, and you have a property that punches well above its square footage.

BAYVIEW BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Baychester Ave sits in the northeastern corner of Norfolk, Virginia, in a quiet residential pocket that borders the Chesapeake Bay shoreline. The streets here have a settled, established feel — mostly single-family homes from the mid-twentieth century, wide lots, and neighbors who tend to stay a while. It's the kind of area where you can walk to the water on a Tuesday morning without planning a whole trip around it. Grove St. Beach Access is 0.3 miles away, and Doc's Beach adds another option less than a mile out. Lake Modoc, a tucked-away freshwater park, is under a mile in the opposite direction for a different kind of outdoor afternoon. Norfolk as a city offers a lot: a working waterfront, a serious arts scene, and a food culture that's grown considerably over the past decade. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often find that the 23503 zip code delivers more space and more shoreline access per dollar than many neighboring zip codes, while keeping downtown Norfolk and the interstate well within reach.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Baychester Ave. Peppers Indian Cuisine and Big Boss Burritos 2 are both under a mile for weeknight dinners, and a 7-Eleven at 0.4 miles covers quick coffee runs or last-minute grocery grabs. Joan Brant grocery is 0.7 miles out, with an Amoco and bp station rounding out the options under a mile. For outdoor time, Grove St. Beach Access at 0.3 miles is the obvious first stop — a short walk to the bay. Doc's Beach and Lake Modoc both sit under a mile away, giving you beach and freshwater park options within easy reach of homes for sale in 23503.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story — that kind of dual-base positioning is hard to find in one address. A VA loan can make ownership here especially practical, and the compact layout means less to manage during deployments or PCS transitions. The beach access down the street doesn't hurt either.

For first-time buyers

At 1,050 square feet, 1525 Baychester Ave is sized right for a first purchase — enough room to live comfortably, manageable enough not to overwhelm. The 1953 build gives the home real bones, and the neighborhood's proximity to the bay adds lifestyle value that goes beyond the square footage. Buyers exploring Norfolk homes for sale will find this zip code offers genuine coastal access without the premium of oceanfront addresses.

More buyer questions

How far is 1525 Baychester Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately eight minutes by car from 1525 Baychester Ave, making it one of the closer residential addresses to the base in the city. The route is straightforward with no highway required for most of the drive.

How far is 1525 Baychester Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is also about eight minutes from this address, which is unusual — having two major installations equidistant from a single property gives service members and their families real scheduling flexibility.

Is 1525 Baychester Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Given the property's proximity to the bay, reviewing that tile carefully is a reasonable step before making decisions.

What schools serve 1525 Baychester Ave?

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Norview High School and homes for sale zoned for Bay View Elementary will want to confirm current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as attendance boundaries can change between listing cycles.

Where is the nearest beach access to 1525 Baychester Ave?

Grove St. Beach Access is just 0.3 miles from the property — a walkable distance on most days. Doc's Beach is another option at 0.8 miles, offering a bit more shoreline to spread out.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your move.

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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 X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

65-70 dB DNL

Accident Potential Zone

Not in a mapped Accident Potential Zone

Source: U.S. Navy AICUZ — Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (via city GIS)

Explore this neighborhood

Ocean View

Ocean View is a waterfront neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, known for its access to the Chesapeake Bay and maritime character.

$406K

Median sale · 12 mo

$255

Sold $/sq ft

30d

Days on market

70

For sale now

$61K

HH income

36.5%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

$1,954/mo

Principal & interest

$1,634

Property tax

$228

Home insurance

$92

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

141% of $222,700

City assessment record · taxes $2,739/yr

Land share of assessed value

40% — $88,000

Improvements $134,700 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$142,500 – $295,000

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.

7417 Patrician RD · 1.9 mi · 1,080 sqft$295,000 sold 2026-04
7417 Evelyn T Butts AVE · 2.1 mi · 1,020 sqft$142,500 sold 2026-07
948 Avenue H · 2.1 mi · 1,084 sqft$160,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$314,900

Price / Sq Ft

$300

Annual Taxes

$2,739

Monthly Tax

$228

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.87%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 30, 2026$314,900—
Currently listed—$314,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

41% above assessment

Total Assessed

$222,700

Land

$88,000

Improvement

$134,700

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

Is 1525 Baychester Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Bay View Elementary (VaHome School Score 3/10), Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 3/10), Norview (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1525 Baychester Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 1525 Baychester Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1525 Baychester Ave built?+
It was built in 1953, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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1525 Baychester Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10646472 · 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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