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3beds
1baths
1,056sqft
0days on market

171 W Bay Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

New ListingResidential · built 1949 · PAMLICO

About this home

Welcome home to 171 W Bay Ave! Charm abound in this adorable cottage, with mature landscaping and character that invites you in the moment you arrive. Freshly refinished hardwood floors, arched doorways, built-ins, and maple cabinetry all contribute to the timeless appeal. A screened in porch overlooking the private backyard provides a peaceful environment for evening wine or morning coffee. Plenty of storage in the attic and storage sheds. Stainless steel appliances and a fresh paint job! Truly a home you step into and don't want to leave! Check it out today

Listing courtesy of Cait Dunleavy · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10660550

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1949

Price / sqft

$301

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,901/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10660550

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,056
Stories
1
Flooring
Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Porch, Screened Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1700
Subdivision
PAMLICO
Zoning
R-8
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

171 W Bay Ave is a 1949 single-family home in Norfolk, Virginia, sitting about four minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. The 1,056-square-foot layout holds three bedrooms and one bath on a compact lot. It's the kind of address that anchors homes for sale in 23503 — close to the water, close to the base, and close to everyday life.

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See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23503, homes for sale zoned for Granby High School, and homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary 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

What sets 171 W Bay Ave apart is its location. Four minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk puts two major installations within easy reach. The Ocean View corridor is right there — Chesapeake Bay access, neighborhood parks, and a tight grid of mid-century streets that have held their character for decades. For a three-bedroom home built in 1949, this address punches well above its square footage in daily convenience.

PAMLICO and the Norfolk real estate market

West Bay Ave sits in the Ocean View section of Norfolk, a bayside neighborhood that stretches along the Chesapeake shoreline in the city's north end. The streets here run in a tight, walkable grid. Houses are mostly mid-century ranches and cottages, many of them well-kept originals from the postwar building boom. It's a grounded, unpretentious block where neighbors know each other and the bay is never far. Ocean View has been quietly drawing attention from buyers comparing Norfolk homes for sale who want waterfront proximity without the waterfront price tag. Norfolk itself is one of the most connected cities in Hampton Roads. Interstate 64 puts you downtown in under fifteen minutes. The Midtown and Downtown tunnels open up Virginia Beach and Chesapeake. Norfolk's arts district, Ghent, and the MacArthur Center are all within a short drive. Daily errands, dining, and recreation are all accessible without leaving the north end.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from this address. Packwalk park is just 0.2 miles away — a quick walk for anyone with a dog. New York Pizzeria is 0.4 miles out for a fast weeknight dinner. CrossFit Norfolk and OV Fit are both within 0.4 miles if you prefer to train close to home. Ocean View Dog Park and Maple Park sit about 0.6 miles away for outdoor time. Beach Bay Mart and Tienda Latina La Tapatia 3 handle grocery runs at 0.9 miles. A 7-Eleven is 0.5 miles away for coffee and quick stops.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Station Norfolk is about four minutes by car — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in this zip code. MARFORCOM Norfolk is five minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is common on this block, and the home's straightforward layout means fewer surprises during the appraisal process. Anyone weighing base access alongside everyday convenience will find this address hard to beat.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms and a detached single-family structure give you real space to grow into at a 1,056-square-foot footprint that's manageable to maintain. The 1949 build means solid bones and a concrete sense of place. Anyone browsing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School or homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School will find this address lands squarely in both attendance zones. It's a concrete starting point in an established neighborhood.

More buyer questions

How far is 171 W Bay Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive is about four minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes this one of the closest residential streets to the main gate in the 23503 zip code.

What is the lot and home size at 171 W Bay Ave?

The home measures 1,056 square feet with three bedrooms and one bath. It was built in 1949 as a single-family residence.

Is 171 W Bay Ave in a flood zone?

Ocean View's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay means flood zone status is worth checking carefully. The FloodRisk tile on this page shows the current FEMA designation for this specific parcel.

Are there parks or green spaces near 171 W Bay Ave?

Packwalk is 0.2 miles away, and both Maple Park and Ocean View Dog Park are about 0.6 miles from the address.

Does 171 W Bay Ave have an HOA?

This property does not carry an HOA, so there are no association dues or deed restrictions tied to the address.

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How Far Is?

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

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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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 (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

11.3 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

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.

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

12min·2.9mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

14min·3.4mi

NSA HR

Navy

18min·4.7mi

Little Creek

Navy

19min·8.7mi

NMCP

Navy

41min·10.8mi

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

$2,067/mo

Principal & interest

$1,650

Property tax

$325

Home insurance

$93

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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$142,500 – $270,000

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 Evelyn T Butts AVE · 2.4 mi · 1,020 sqft$142,500 sold 2026-07
7231 Newport AVE #101 · 2.4 mi · 1,117 sqft$252,000 sold 2026-05
7431 Tyndale CT · 2.3 mi · 1,156 sqft$260,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$317,900

Price / Sq Ft

$301

Annual Taxes

$3,901

Monthly Tax

$325

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.23%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedNov 4, 2026$317,900—
Currently listed—$317,900—

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 171 W Bay Ave 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 171 W Bay 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 171 W Bay Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 171 W Bay Ave built?+
It was built in 1949, 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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Listing courtesy of Cait Dunleavy · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10660550

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