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NorfolkBELAIRE1669 Cougar Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10650397 · record updated Aug 21, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$469,000
$203 / sqft · est. $2,904/mo →
4beds
2baths
2,305sqft
0days on market

1669 Cougar Ave, Norfolk, VA 23518

New ListingResidential · built 1956 · BELAIRE

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1956

Price / sqft

$203

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,000/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10650397

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
2,305
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Converted Gar, Foyer, PBR with Bath, None, Office/Study, Pantry, Porch, Rec Room, Spare Room, Sun Room, Utility Closet
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
16+ SEER A/C, Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3000
Subdivision
BELAIRE
Zoning
RES
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Converted Gar, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Inventory and Homes like this don't show up very regularly and often sell quickly! Beautiful Brick BelAire Home in serene neighborhood of Brick Ranches on large lots & built by Wayne McLeskey, renowned Custom Builder. Nearly one third acre lot and strategically located between 2 major naval installations within a mile or two! Very near shopping, beaches, and interstates. Just a block or two from the Tarrallton Rec Center and dozens of ballfields. One of the true gems of Norfolk and a highly sought after neighborhood for decades. Mature, tree lined streets & well kept and established homes make BelAire a slightly hidden treasures of Norfolk! Sturdy Hardwood floors throughout the home with fully rehabbed Kitchen & Baths. Flexible Floor plan with huge GREAT ROOM and Fireplace. Converted Garage. Brand new HVAC system with new ductwork above the ceilings. Nice large Deck overlooking a spacious back yard with large workshed & landscape storage. Hurry, this won't last!

Listing courtesy of Mick Shaw · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10650397

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

1669 Cougar Ave is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 2,305-square-foot home built in 1956 in Norfolk, Virginia 23518 — sitting just 8 minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and 9 minutes from Naval Station Norfolk, with groceries, dining, and a gym all within half a mile.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1669 Cougar Ave apart is the combination of genuine square footage — 2,305 square feet across four bedrooms — and an address that puts two major military installations within a single-digit drive. Homes built in the mid-1950s in this pocket of Norfolk tend to sit on established lots with mature landscaping and solid bones, offering the kind of space that newer construction at a comparable footprint rarely delivers in this zip code.

BELAIRE and the Norfolk real estate market

Cougar Ave sits in a residential corridor of northeast Norfolk where the streets are quiet but daily errands are anything but inconvenient. The surrounding blocks reflect the mid-century character common to this part of the city — wide lots, brick exteriors, and neighbors who have been around long enough to know each other's names. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast, anchored by a working waterfront, a thriving arts district, and one of the largest naval complexes in the world. The 23518 zip code occupies a practical sweet spot: close enough to the base gates to matter for military households, yet connected by major corridors to downtown Norfolk, the Oceanfront, and the broader Hampton Roads metro. If you are browsing Norfolk homes for sale and square footage per dollar is part of your calculus, this neighborhood consistently delivers more interior space than newer infill construction nearby.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Walmart Neighborhood Market and ALDI are both 0.2 miles away, and Watergate 3 International Food Market is just 0.3 miles out — three grocery options before you even need to get on a main road. For a quick meal, Wings Wings Wings, Antonio's Pizza & Italian Ristorante, and Super China 2 are all within a tenth of a mile. Apelu Island Cafe is the neighborhood coffee spot at 0.1 miles, with McDonald's and a 7-Eleven close behind. Anytime Fitness is 0.4 miles away, and Tarrallton Park, Oakmont North Playgrounds, and Mona Avenue Park are all within a mile for outdoor time.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and nine to Naval Station Norfolk — 1669 Cougar Ave is one of the better-positioned addresses in the 23518 zip for active-duty households. Four bedrooms give you room for a home office or a growing family, and a VA loan can make a 2,305-square-foot house at this location genuinely accessible. Short commutes to the gate mean more time at home.

For families upgrading

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Norview High School and homes for sale zoned for Tarrallton Elementary School will find 1669 Cougar Ave a practical fit — four bedrooms, two full baths, and 2,305 square feet give everyone room to spread out. Add three grocery stores within 0.3 miles, multiple parks under a mile away, and a neighborhood that has held its character for decades, and the upgrade math starts to look straightforward.

More buyer questions

How far is 1669 Cougar Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in Norfolk. Naval Station Norfolk is about 9 minutes in the other direction.

What is the square footage and layout of 1669 Cougar Ave?

The home offers 2,305 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, built in 1956 as a single-family residential property. That footprint is notably generous for mid-century homes in this part of the 23518 zip code.

Is 1669 Cougar Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Your agent can walk you through what that designation means for insurance purposes.

Where are the nearest grocery stores to 1669 Cougar Ave?

Walmart Neighborhood Market and ALDI are both 0.2 miles away, and Watergate 3 International Food Market is 0.3 miles out — making this one of the more grocery-convenient blocks among homes for sale in Norfolk.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase 1669 Cougar Ave?

VA loans can generally be used on single-family residential properties like this one, and with two major bases nearby, many buyers in this neighborhood explore that option. A VA-experienced lender can confirm eligibility and walk through current terms.

Want to see 1669 Cougar Ave in person or get a feel for how it compares to other homes for sale in 23518? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out and let's set something up.

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

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 C

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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

$2,904/mo

Principal & interest

$2,434

Property tax

$333

Home insurance

$137

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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$367,000$500,000

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.

5820 Andrea DR · 2 mi · 2,470 sqft$500,000 sold 2026-03
6348 Whittier DR · 2.3 mi · 2,243 sqft$460,000 sold 2026-05
6335 Devonshire RD · 2.1 mi · 2,150 sqft$425,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$469,000

Price / Sq Ft

$203

Annual Taxes

$4,000

Monthly Tax

$333

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.85%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 21, 2026$469,000
Currently listed$469,000

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

Is 1669 Cougar Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Tarrallton Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.9/10), Azalea Gardens Middle, Norview (VaHome School Score 2.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1669 Cougar 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 1669 Cougar Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1669 Cougar Ave built?+
It was built in 1956, per the listing record.

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