1557 Chela Ave #C was listed for sale on Jun 29, 2026. The last list price was $519,990. It came off the market on Nov 1, 2026. It is not listed for sale in the REIN MLS.
NEW CONSTRUCTION STEPS TO BEACH ACCESS! Gorgeous NEW condo. Beach so close! Priced to sell."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 steel appliances, granite countertops, large center island, custom cabinetry, all flowing seamlessly into the breakfast area & spacious main living area, perfect for entertaining. The second-floor primary suite provides a private retreat w/ double vanities, a tiled walk-in shower, generous walk-in closet. With 5 spacious bedrooms & 4 full baths, there is room for everyone to enjoy comfort and privacy. Located just steps from beach access, this home offers the best of modern coastal living with convenient proximity to parks, military bases, the airport, and major interstate
Listing courtesy of Rachel Lewis · Realty Source · REIN MLS #10641858
1557 Chela Ave #C is a brand-new 2026-built townhome in Norfolk with five bedrooms and four full baths across 2,062 square feet. Naval Station Norfolk is about three minutes away. The Chesapeake Bay shoreline is less than a mile from your front door. This is a rare combination of space, newness, and location.
New construction in this zip code is hard to find, and five-bedroom new construction is rarer still. Unit C at 1557 Chela Ave delivers four full bathrooms alongside those five bedrooms — a layout that gives everyone their own breathing room. The 2026 build year means modern finishes, current energy codes, and no deferred maintenance to budget for. Add a three-minute drive to Naval Station Norfolk and beach access under a mile away, and this address stands apart from most Norfolk homes for sale.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Chela Ave sits in the Ocean View corridor of Norfolk, a waterfront-adjacent stretch along the southern shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The streets here are a mix of older cottages and newer infill construction, giving the area a neighborhood-in-transition feel with real character. Wide lots, mature trees, and a low-key pace define the blocks closest to the water. You're in Norfolk's 23503 zip code, which puts you in the northeastern corner of the city. Norfolk itself is one of the most connected cities in Hampton Roads — Interstate 64 links you west toward Virginia Beach and south toward the Downtown Tunnel in minutes. The Midtown and Downtown tunnels give you access to Portsmouth and Chesapeake. Light rail, major medical centers, and a growing restaurant scene are all within a reasonable drive. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23503 will notice how quickly this part of the city gets you to both the water and the highway.
What's nearby
Willoughby By The Bay is just 0.3 miles away — a waterfront restaurant that doubles as a neighborhood landmark. Willoughby Fish House is another 0.1 miles past that, making two solid dinner options within a short walk. Beach access points at 13th View Street and 12th View are 0.7 and 0.9 miles out, both reaching the Chesapeake Bay shoreline directly. A 7-Eleven is 0.9 miles away for quick coffee and everyday essentials. Naval Station Norfolk and MARFORCOM Norfolk are each about three minutes by car, making this one of the closest civilian addresses to both installations.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Naval Station Norfolk is roughly three minutes from 1557 Chela Ave — one of the shortest commutes you'll find in any civilian neighborhood. MARFORCOM Norfolk is the same distance. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and new construction like this qualifies cleanly. Five bedrooms and four baths means no scramble for space after a PCS move.
For buyers drawn to character
Brand-new construction in an established waterfront neighborhood is a genuine rarity. You get the walkable, lived-in feel of Ocean View — beach access, local seafood spots, bay breezes — without the renovation list that older homes carry. Five bedrooms and four full baths in a 2026 build gives you room to use the space exactly how you want it, from day one. Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School or homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School will find this address checks both boxes.
More buyer questions
How far is 1557 Chela Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is about three minutes by car from 1557 Chela Ave. It's one of the closest residential addresses to the main gate.
Is 1557 Chela Ave #C new construction?
Yes — Unit C was built in 2026, making it brand-new construction with modern finishes and current building standards.
Where is the nearest beach access to 1557 Chela Ave?
The 13th View Street Beach Access point is about 0.7 miles away, with a second access point at 12th View roughly 0.9 miles out. Both reach the Chesapeake Bay shoreline directly.
What is the flood zone status for 1557 Chela Ave Norfolk?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing it and discussing flood insurance options with your lender.
Does 1557 Chela Ave #C have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is confirmed in the listing details section above. Check there for the most current information on any association requirements.
Tom and Dariya Milan with LPT Realty know this neighborhood well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 1557 Chela Ave #C and see the space for yourself.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NS Norfolk
Navy
22min·15.5mi
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MARFORCOM
Marines
45min·35.2mi
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NSA HR
Navy
25min·17.2mi
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JBLE Langley
Air Force
20min·12.3mi
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Little Creek
Navy
33min·18.4mi
Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.
Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 7 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
7 ft above sea level
Property elevation
5.3 ft above sea level
1.7 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’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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.
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.
$325KMedian sale · 12 mo
$230Sold $/sq ft
24dDays on market
48For sale now
$64KHH income
39.7%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
Last list price vs. assessment275% of $188,900City assessment record · taxes $5,799/yr
Land share of assessed value100% · $188,900Improvements $0 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$376,500 – $450,000The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for the last list price, not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
175% above assessment
Total Assessed
$188,900
Land
$188,900
Improvement
N/A
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:
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.
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Questions about this home
Is 1557 Chela Ave #C in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ocean View Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.4/10), 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 1557 Chela Ave #C in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 7 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 1557 Chela Ave #C?
13th View Street- Beach Access is about 0.5 miles away.
Does 1557 Chela Ave #C have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1557 Chela Ave #C built?
It was built in 2026, per the listing record.
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Listing courtesy of Rachel Lewis · Realty Source · REIN MLS #10641858
1557 Chela Ave #C, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10641858 · 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.
