9 days on market
$599,990
1557 Chela Ave #A
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10635792 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated May 30, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,771/mo
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Price / sq ft
$291
2,062 sq ft
Days on market
9
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
2026
0 yrs old
Beds
5
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,062
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
NEW CONSTRUCTION STEPS TO BEACH ACCESS! Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in sought-after Willoughby Spit, offering over 2,000 square feet of beautifully designed living space. The open airy 3-story floor plan is ideal for coastal living, featuring expansive windows that fill the home with natural light & multiple balconies w/ beautiful bay views.The gourmet kitchen is designed to impress w/ stainless s…
Listed by Rachel Lewis · Realty Source
VaHome Team property overview
1557 Chela Ave #A is a brand-new 2026-built five-bedroom, four-bath home in Norfolk, steps from the Chesapeake Bay and three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk — a rare combination of fresh construction, serious square footage, and unbeatable coastal access.
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Why this home stands out
New construction in 2026 means everything — mechanicals, finishes, roof, windows — is starting at zero. With five bedrooms and four full baths spread across 2,062 square feet, this home offers a bedroom-to-bath ratio that's genuinely hard to find at this size. Add a three-minute drive to Naval Station Norfolk and walkable beach access, and 1557 Chela Ave #A occupies a very short list.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Chela Avenue sits in the Willoughby section of Norfolk, a compact waterfront peninsula that juts into the Chesapeake Bay at the northern tip of the city. The vibe here is unhurried and genuinely coastal — neighbors walk to the water, fishing is a weekend ritual, and the skyline view across the bay is the kind of thing people move for. Norfolk itself is one of the most dynamic mid-sized cities on the East Coast, anchored by the world's largest naval station and layered with arts, dining, and history. For buyers exploring va loan homes norfolk, Willoughby is a standout pocket: close enough to every base to make commutes painless, yet far enough from the bustle to feel like a retreat. The neighborhood is tight-knit, the streets are quiet, and the bay is always in view.
What's nearby
Step outside and Willoughby By The Bay and Willoughby Fish House are both within a tenth of a mile — waterfront dining practically at your doorstep. Late-night hunger? 24/7 OV EATS is two blocks away. For a quick coffee run, a 7-Eleven is under a mile out. Beach access is equally close: the 13th View Street Beach Access is half a mile away, and the 12th View Beach Access is just a bit farther at 0.7 miles. Daily life here genuinely doesn't require a long drive for much.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Station Norfolk is a three-minute drive from 1557 Chela Ave #A — and so is MARFORCOM Norfolk. For active-duty families, that proximity translates directly into time back in your day. A VA loan can make a new-construction home like this one more accessible than many buyers expect, and five bedrooms means everyone gets their own space, deployment or not.
For first-time buyers
If you've been searching through houses to buy in Norfolk and keep hitting walls — older homes needing work, tight layouts, dated systems — 1557 Chela Ave #A flips the script. Built in 2026, nothing here needs attention yet. Five bedrooms and four baths give you room to grow, and the walkable beach access and restaurant-lined street make it feel like a lifestyle upgrade from day one.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1557 Chela Ave #A from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is roughly three minutes — Naval Station Norfolk is less than a mile and a half away, making this one of the closest residential addresses to the base in the city.
What year was 1557 Chela Ave #A built?
The home was built in 2026, making it brand-new construction with no deferred maintenance and all-current systems, finishes, and building codes.
Is 1557 Chela Ave #A in a flood zone?
Given its location on the Willoughby peninsula near the Chesapeake Bay, flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1557 Chela Ave #A have?
The home has five bedrooms and four full bathrooms across 2,062 square feet — an unusually generous bedroom-to-bath ratio for a property this size.
Where is the nearest beach access to 1557 Chela Ave #A?
The 13th View Street Beach Access is approximately half a mile away, with the 12th View Beach Access just 0.7 miles out — both are easy walking or biking distance.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on timing, access, or anything else about 1557 Chela Ave #A.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,062
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$599,990
Price / Sq Ft
$291
Annual Taxes
$5,799
Monthly Tax
$483
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.97%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 21, 2026 | $599,990 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $599,990 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 30, 2026.
Total Assessed
$188,900
Land
$188,900
Improvement
N/A
Parcel ID: 1521696291
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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
$3,771/moPrincipal & interest
$3,113
Property tax
$483
Home insurance
$175
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 Realty Source · MLS# 10635792
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$599,990
1557 Chela AVE #A, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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