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NorfolkOCEAN VIEW EAST3811 Pretty Lake Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10620347 · record updated May 4, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
3811 Pretty Lake AVE, NORFOLK VA 23518 - Main photo
$720,000
$333 / sqft · est. $4,171/mo →
2,160sqft
51days on market

3811 Pretty Lake Ave, Norfolk, VA 23518

SoldMulti Family Residential · built 1966 · 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: Creek.

Frontage

Creek ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Completely renovated waterfront beauty in the heart of Norfolk! This stunning home offers panoramic water views, an open-concept living space, designer finishes, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The gourmet kitchens features white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern gold accents. Spa-inspired baths boast custom tile showers and sleek fixtures. Enjoy cozy electric fireplaces in the upstairs living areas and bedrooms for added charm. Step outside to your fenced yard and spacious deck overlooking the water—use for entertaining or relaxing. Approved for Short-Term Rental (STR) with the City of Norfolk—an incredible investment opportunity or dream coastal retreat!

Listing courtesy of Coco Hanauer · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10620347

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1966

Price / sqft

$333

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,700/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10620347

Interior

Approx. sqft
2,160

Construction & exterior

Style
Over/Under
Subtype
Duplex
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Fencing
Privacy
Waterfront
Creek

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot features
Shed
Subdivision
OCEAN VIEW EAST
Zoning
R-11
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Norfolk waterfront homes.

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 7 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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.

$395K

Median sale · 12 mo

$260

Sold $/sq ft

26d

Days on market

66

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 & Neighborhood

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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

$4,171/mo

Principal & interest

$3,736

Property tax

$225

Home insurance

$210

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

136% of $530,300

City assessment record · taxes $2,700/yr

Land share of assessed value

31% — $163,000

Improvements $367,300 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$355,000$625,000

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.

9570 21st Bay ST · 0.2 mi · 2,050 sqft$625,000 sold 2026-03
9631 14th Bay ST · 0.4 mi · 2,197 sqft$615,000 sold 2026-06
4155 Harbor Walk Ave · 0.3 mi · 2,018 sqft$465,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$720,000

Price / Sq Ft

$333

Annual Taxes

$2,700

Monthly Tax

$225

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.38%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMar 20, 2026$720,000
SoldApr 29, 2026$720,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

36% above assessment

Total Assessed

$530,300

Land

$163,000

Improvement

$367,300

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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3811 Pretty Lake Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Little Creek Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Azalea Gardens Middle, Lake Taylor (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3811 Pretty Lake Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 7 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is 3811 Pretty Lake Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek.
Does 3811 Pretty Lake Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3811 Pretty Lake Ave built?+
It was built in 1966, per the listing record.

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

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

✓ Your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya — never sold to strangers

Listing courtesy of Coco Hanauer · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10620347

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3811 Pretty Lake Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23518 · MLS #10620347 · 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.