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224 A View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
2beds
1baths
756sqft
3days on market

224 A View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

SoldResidential · built 1922 · OCEAN VIEW

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1922

Price / sqft

$288

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,599/yr

County

Norfolk VA

MLS #

10650027

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
756
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
4
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan
Accessibility
Level Flooring

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow, Cottage, Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl, Pile
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full,Picket,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1149
Subdivision
OCEAN VIEW
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

A block from the Bay, welcome to the cutest yellow bungalow with a white picket fence on the hill in Ocean View! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home may be efficient in size, but it's overflowing with character. Relax on the covered front porch complete with a swing or enjoy the covered back deck overlooking a beautifully designed, multi-tiered backyard with brick pavers. The basement offers laundry, additional storage, with convenient outside access. Ideally located near shopping, dining, interstates, military bases, and all that Ocean View has to offer. With the Bay just a block away, this sweet bungalow combines coastal charm, convenience, and an inviting outdoor lifestyle. This property is simply too adorable to miss!

Listing courtesy of Jennifer Keenan · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10650027

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 224 A View Ave — a century-old, two-bedroom cottage in Norfolk's beachside Ocean View corridor, steps from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline and five minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Compact, characterful, and planted in one of the city's most walkable waterfront neighborhoods.

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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. 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 makes this address genuinely unusual is the combination of age and location. Built in 1922, this 756-square-foot, two-bedroom, one-bath home carries the bones of early-twentieth-century Norfolk craftsmanship — and it sits a literal tenth of a mile from Local Beach and Sarah Constant Beach Park. Very few homes at this price point in the region put you this close to open water while keeping Naval Station Norfolk a five-minute drive away.

OCEAN VIEW and the Norfolk real estate market

View Avenue sits in the Ocean View section of Norfolk — a bayfront strip that has been quietly drawing people back for decades. The neighborhood runs along the Chesapeake Bay's southern shore, giving residents easy access to beaches, fishing piers, and waterfront dining without leaving the city limits. Norfolk itself is one of the most historically layered cities in Virginia: a working port, a military hub, and a growing arts and food scene all occupying the same peninsula. The Ocean View corridor feels distinct from downtown Norfolk — lower-rise, more residential, with a genuine beach-town cadence — yet you're still inside city limits with full access to everything Norfolk offers. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often land here once they realize how much waterfront lifestyle the neighborhood delivers relative to other parts of the city.

What's nearby

Daily life is remarkably easy from View Avenue. Groceries are covered within half a mile — Harris Teeter, Dollar General, and Beach Bay Mart are all close. Coffee is a short walk away at the 7-Eleven just down the block, with Mudita Cafe & Bar and Starbucks both within half a mile when you want something more leisurely. For food and drinks, Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant and The OV Beach Tavern are both within a few blocks. Staying active is straightforward too: Ocean View Yoga, The Yoga Space, and OV Fit are all within a mile, and Sarah Constant Beach Park and Monkey Bottom Park are practically at your doorstep.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Station Norfolk is five minutes away, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is six — which makes 224 A View Ave one of the more commute-friendly addresses in the 23503 zip code for active-duty households. A VA loan can be a strong fit for a property at this price point, and the short drive to base means more time at home and less time in traffic. Families browsing Norfolk homes for sale with base access as a top priority will want to put this block on the map.

For first-time buyers

A 1922 cottage two blocks from the Chesapeake Bay, walkable to restaurants, parks, and groceries — this is the kind of foothold in Norfolk that's genuinely hard to find. At 756 square feet, the home is manageable and efficient, and the Ocean View neighborhood gives you a real sense of place from day one. If you're weighing homes for sale in 23503 as a first purchase, the location-to-size trade-off here is worth a serious look.

More buyer questions

How far is 224 A View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately five minutes by car — one of the shorter base commutes you'll find anywhere in the 23503 zip code. MARFORCOM Norfolk is about six minutes in the same direction.

Is 224 A View Ave in a flood zone?

Given the property's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline, flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully — see the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and flood insurance context.

What schools serve 224 A View Ave?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Granby High School will find that this address falls within those attendance zones — confirm current boundaries with Norfolk Public Schools directly.

How close is the beach to 224 A View Ave?

Local Beach and Sarah Constant Beach Park are both about a tenth of a mile away — a two-minute walk at most. The Chesapeake Bay waterfront is genuinely part of the daily backdrop here.

Does 224 A View Ave have a garage or off-street parking?

Parking details for this 1922-era cottage are best confirmed through current listing documents or a walkthrough, as original-era homes in Ocean View vary considerably in what's been added or modified over the decades.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ocean View inside and out — reach out to get the full picture on 224 A View Ave and what ownership here could look like for you.

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Schools

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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

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

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.

$400K

Median sale · 12 mo

$256

Sold $/sq ft

31d

Days on market

74

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

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The numbers

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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

$1,411/mo

Principal & interest

$1,131

Property tax

$217

Home insurance

$64

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

$178,000 – $400,000

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.

9508 Mason Creek RD · 0.2 mi · 742 sqft$269,900 sold 2026-08
9554 Lakeside DR · 0.1 mi · 820 sqft$400,000 sold 2026-09
9226 Phillip AVE · 0.7 mi · 790 sqft$230,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$218,000

Price / Sq Ft

$288

Annual Taxes

$2,599

Monthly Tax

$217

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.19%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 30, 2026$218,000—
Price reducedSep 2, 2026$218,000−$24,000
SoldAug 31, 2026$218,000—

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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Questions buyers ask

Is 224 A View Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ocean View Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 3/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 224 A View 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 224 A View Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 224 A View Ave built?+
It was built in 1922, per the listing record.

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Listing courtesy of Jennifer Keenan · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10650027

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224 A View Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10650027 · 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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