Why this home stands out
Built in 2023, this 2,288-square-foot home brings genuinely new construction to a neighborhood that doesn't see it often. Four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths give you real flexibility — whether that's a dedicated home office, a guest suite, or room to grow. The 0.066-acre lot keeps maintenance light while the address puts you within walking distance of the bay, local dining, and green space.
OCEAN VIEW EAST and the Norfolk real estate market
Ocean View East sits along Norfolk's northern waterfront, where Chesapeake Bay breezes and a laid-back coastal rhythm define everyday life. The neighborhood has been quietly reinventing itself over the past decade — newer construction like 2923 Pretty Lake Ave coexists with established bungalows and cottages, giving the area genuine character without feeling overly developed. Residents here tend to be active, community-oriented, and water-forward: kayaks in driveways, beach chairs in trunks. Pretty Lake Avenue itself runs close to the water, and the surrounding streets connect easily to the broader Norfolk waterfront trail network. If you've been searching among homes for sale in Norfolk VA and wanted something that balances coastal lifestyle with urban convenience, Ocean View East consistently delivers. The city of Norfolk offers full urban amenities — arts, dining, healthcare, transit — while this corner of it feels decidedly unhurried. It's the kind of neighborhood where neighbors wave and the sunset over the bay is a regular evening event.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from Pretty Lake Ave. Riffle Farms Market & Co-op is under a mile away for local and specialty groceries, and Dollar General covers quick household runs at about the same distance. For dinner, Jessy's Taqueria, Chanello's Pizza, and Karla's Beach House are all within a three-minute walk. Fitness options are unusually strong for the area — Project SixKiller Performance is half a mile out, with Xtras Fitness + Wellness and Fit Body Boot Camp both under a mile. COVA Brewing Company is a short ride for an after-workout wind-down. Pretty Lake Playground and Bay Oaks Park are both about four blocks away, and 17th Bay Beach Access puts you at the water in under ten minutes on foot.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is roughly five minutes from the front door — one of the shortest commutes you'll find in this zip code. Naval Station Norfolk is about eleven minutes out, keeping both major installations well within reach. VA loan eligibility can make a 2023-built home like this especially practical, and BAH rates for the Norfolk area have historically aligned well with this part of Ocean View East.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths in a 2023-built home means you're not inheriting someone else's renovation wishlist. The layout gives every family member real space, and the neighborhood delivers on the outdoors side too — Pretty Lake Playground, Bay Oaks Park, and beach access are all within half a mile. Jessy's Taqueria and Karla's Beach House make weeknight dinners an easy call.
More buyer questions
How far is 2923 Pretty Lake Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is approximately five minutes by car from this address, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in Norfolk. The route is straightforward with no highway required.
How far is 2923 Pretty Lake Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is roughly eleven minutes away by car, an easy commute that keeps this address viable for sailors and civilians working at the base.
What year was 2923 Pretty Lake Ave built?
The home was built in 2023, making it among the newer construction in the Ocean View East neighborhood and meaning major systems, finishes, and appliances are essentially at the start of their service life.
Is 2923 Pretty Lake Ave in a flood zone?
Ocean View East sits close to the Chesapeake Bay, so flood zone status is a relevant question for this address — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and insurance implications.
Are there parks or beach access points near 2923 Pretty Lake Ave?
Yes — Pretty Lake Playground and Bay Oaks Park are both about 0.4 miles away, and 17th Bay Beach Access is roughly 0.6 miles out, putting Chesapeake Bay shoreline within easy walking or biking distance.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ocean View East well. Reach out to get a full picture of what 2923 Pretty Lake Ave looks like for your situation.
