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$3,500,000
20days on market

3004 E Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23518

ActiveLand and Farms · OCEAN VIEW EAST

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Bay.

Frontage

Bay ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

Exciting waterfront redevelopment opportunity along E. Ocean View Avenue! Sale includes Lots 15–37, offering a substantial assemblage with potential for redevelopment and a variety of future uses, subject to zoning, City approval, and all applicable requirements. Imagine the possibilities—luxury residences, condominiums, a boutique hotel, mixed-use or commercial development may be concepts worth exploring. The property is currently improved with several residential structures and a storage building, all conveying strictly AS-IS and offering potential for removal or redevelopment to maximize the site's highest and best use. Existing residential leases are anticipated to be month-to-month by January 2027, providing flexibility for future plans. Rare opportunity to reimagine a waterfront site in a highly visible Ocean View location. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding zoning, development potential, utilities, approvals, and intended use.

Listing courtesy of Kendall Evans · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10657029

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$34,250/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10657029

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Bay

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Electric Avail, Gas Avail, Telephone Avail, Water Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.8000
Road surface
Gravel
Subdivision
OCEAN VIEW EAST
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Additional Attachments

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Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

3004 E Ocean View Ave is a land parcel in Norfolk's East Ocean View corridor, sitting about five minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story. The lot puts you within walking distance of parks, local restaurants, and the waterfront atmosphere this stretch of Norfolk is known for. It's a rare chance to build on the coast.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23518, homes for sale zoned for Lake Taylor High School, and homes for sale zoned for Little Creek Elementary School. Nearby, look at East 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

Vacant land this close to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline is genuinely hard to find in Norfolk. This parcel sits on East Ocean View Avenue, one of the city's most recognizable coastal corridors. You get the location — the salt air, the walkable parks, the neighborhood energy — without being locked into someone else's floor plan. Build what you actually want, where you actually want to be.

OCEAN VIEW EAST and the Norfolk real estate market

East Ocean View is one of Norfolk's most distinctive waterfront neighborhoods. The streets here run close to the Chesapeake Bay, and the whole area carries a relaxed, coastal feel. Housing is a mix of older cottages, newer builds, and everything in between — which is exactly what makes a vacant lot here interesting. Neighbors walk to the water, to the parks, and to the handful of local spots that give the area its character. Norfolk itself is a city of real variety. You get a working waterfront, a growing arts scene, and some of the best access to military installations on the East Coast. Getting around is straightforward — major roads connect East Ocean View to downtown Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and the wider Hampton Roads region quickly. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Norfolk will notice how much this zip code punches above its weight for location.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from this address. Jessy's Taqueria and Chanello's Pizza are both about four-tenths of a mile away for quick meals. Karla's Beach House is just half a mile out for something more relaxed. Pretty Lake Playground is two-tenths of a mile away — an easy walk. Bay Oaks Park is three-tenths of a mile, and Tarrallton Park is just over half a mile. Project SixKiller Performance and Xtras Fitness + Wellness both sit within a mile for training options. Amoco and a 7-Eleven are both under a mile for everyday needs.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about five minutes away by car. Naval Station Norfolk is roughly eleven minutes out. VA loan financing is commonly used for land purchases paired with construction loans in this area, and the zip code's proximity to two major installations makes it one of the more practical build sites in the region. Homes for sale in 23518 move with that demand behind them.

For buyers drawn to character

Building on East Ocean View Avenue means you set the terms. Choose the layout, the materials, the orientation — all of it. This corridor already has the bones: coastal setting, walkable parks, neighborhood restaurants within half a mile, and bay breezes that no renovation can replicate. Anyone browsing Norfolk homes for sale and craving something truly custom should look hard at a lot like this.

More buyer questions

How far is 3004 E Ocean View Ave from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive is about five minutes. East Ocean View Avenue connects directly to the routes that serve the base.

What can be built on this parcel?

Permitted uses depend on Norfolk's current zoning designation for this lot. Checking with the City of Norfolk's Planning Department will give you the definitive answer for your intended build.

Is this property in a flood zone?

East Ocean View sits in a coastal area of Norfolk, so flood zone status is an important consideration. See the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation.

Where are the nearest parks to 3004 E Ocean View Ave?

Pretty Lake Playground is about two-tenths of a mile away, and Bay Oaks Park is three-tenths of a mile. Both are an easy walk from the lot.

Are there homes for sale zoned for Little Creek Elementary School or homes for sale zoned for Lake Taylor High School near this address?

This address falls within the Norfolk Public Schools attendance zone. The Schools tile on this page has the current zoning details for both schools.

Want to talk through what's possible on this lot? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corridor well. Reach out and let's walk through the details together.

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

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

8.1 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.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhood

East Ocean View

East Ocean View is the eastern end of Norfolk's Chesapeake Bay shoreline, in ZIP codes 23518 and 23503. East Ocean View Avenue runs its length.

$445K

Median sale · 12 mo

$267

Sold $/sq ft

28d

Days on market

30

For sale now

$66K

HH income

40.6%

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

Little Creek

Navy

14min·5.1mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

18min·6.6mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

21min·7.1mi

NSA HR

Navy

23min·10.1mi

NMCP

Navy

35min·15.8mi

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

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$22,036/mo

Principal & interest

$18,161

Property tax

$2,854

Home insurance

$1,021

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

Asking vs. assessment

990% of $353,400

City assessment record · taxes $34,250/yr

Land share of assessed value

72% — $256,000

Improvements $97,400 · assessor record ✓

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$3,500,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$34,250

Monthly Tax

$2,854

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.98%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 8, 2026$3,500,000—
Currently listed—$3,500,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

890% above assessment

Total Assessed

$353,400

Land

$256,000

Improvement

$97,400

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

20 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Is 3004 E Ocean View Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Little Creek Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.7/10), Azalea Gardens Middle, Lake Taylor (VaHome School Score 1.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3004 E Ocean 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.
Is 3004 E Ocean View Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Bay.
Does 3004 E Ocean View Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Kendall Evans · Bayview Realty · REIN MLS #10657029

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3004 E Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23518 · MLS #10657029 · 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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