43 days on market
$575,000
1505 Lea View Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10626252 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated May 5, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,635/mo
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Price / sq ft
$338
1,700 sq ft
Days on market
43
HOA
None
Year built
1920
106 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,700
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Beach living at its finest with bay views at half the price! This classic beach home is an incredible value with the beach ACROSS THE STREET. Completely renovated in 2021, it was raised to meet coastal building codes and includes a large garage with loads of storage. With a new roof, electrical, plumbing, windows, and HVAC during that, you can sit back and enjoy the views. Main floor features include a large chef's k…
Listed by Sarie McKee · World Class Realty
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 1505 Lea View Ave — a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood, steps from the bay and three minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Built in 1920, this 1,932-square-foot property blends century-old character with one of the most water-close locations in the city.
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Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1920 carry a personality that newer construction simply can't manufacture — thick walls, distinct proportions, and a sense of permanence. Add a location that puts you within a short walk of bay-front dining and two separate beach access points, and 1505 Lea View Ave occupies a category of its own in Willoughby Beach. Water, history, and convenience land at the same address.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Willoughby Beach sits at the northern tip of Norfolk, wrapped on three sides by the Chesapeake Bay and the Lafayette River. It's a tight-knit waterfront community where neighbors wave from front porches and the smell of salt air is just part of the background. Streets here are quiet and low-traffic, yet you're never more than a few minutes from the broader city. Among norfolk virginia homes for sale, properties in Willoughby Beach stand out because of how genuinely removed the neighborhood feels from the urban grid — while still sitting inside city limits. Norfolk itself is a full-service city with a deep arts scene, a thriving restaurant corridor on Granby Street, and one of the most active military presences on the East Coast. Willoughby Beach captures that city's best-kept-secret quality: real waterfront living without the price tag or the commute of the outer suburbs.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Willoughby By The Bay and 24/7 OV EATS are both within a tenth of a mile — morning coffee or a late-night bite, covered. Willoughby Fish House is two blocks further and worth the walk. Beach access is genuinely close: the 13th View Street Beach Access point is 0.3 miles away, and 12th View Beach Access is just half a mile down the road. A 7-Eleven sits 0.6 miles out for quick grab-and-go needs. Naval Station Norfolk is a three-minute drive, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is four minutes away — commute times that are hard to beat anywhere in the region.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and four minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 1505 Lea View Ave is about as close to base as you can get without living on it. For families using a VA loan or calculating BAH, this location compresses the commute to almost nothing and puts you in a stable, established neighborhood with real community feel.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes with actual history, 1920 construction in a walkable bay neighborhood is a rare find. The bones here predate most of Norfolk's suburban expansion, and the Willoughby Beach setting — water on three sides, quiet streets, century-old trees — gives the address a sense of place that newer developments spend millions trying to recreate and never quite get right.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1505 Lea View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1505 Lea View Ave, making it one of the closest off-base residential addresses in the city. MARFORCOM Norfolk is just one minute further at roughly 4 minutes by car.
What is the Willoughby Beach neighborhood like?
Willoughby Beach is a quiet, water-surrounded community at the northern edge of Norfolk, known for its bay views, walkable streets, and a strong neighborhood identity. It has a distinctly coastal character while remaining fully within the city.
Is 1505 Lea View Ave in a flood zone?
Willoughby Beach is a waterfront peninsula, so flood zone status is an important consideration for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and flood insurance guidance specific to this property.
How close is beach access to 1505 Lea View Ave?
The 13th View Street Beach Access point is about 0.3 miles away, and 12th View Beach Access is approximately 0.5 miles — both are walkable from the front door.
What restaurants are near 1505 Lea View Ave?
Willoughby By The Bay and 24/7 OV EATS are both within 0.1 miles, and Willoughby Fish House is just 0.2 miles away — three dining options within a short walk of the address.
Want to know more about 1505 Lea View Ave or explore other homes in Willoughby Beach? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out today.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
1505 Lea View AVE, Norfolk
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,700
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$575,000
Price / Sq Ft
$338
Annual Taxes
$5,799
Monthly Tax
$483
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.01%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 28, 2026 | $575,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $575,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$471,500
Land
$57,800
Improvement
$413,700
Parcel ID: 1521793449 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Norfolk
Norfolk offers some of the most diverse housing options in Hampton Roads — historic Ghent townhomes, Larchmont craftsmen, modern downtown condos, and bungalow neighborhoods in Park Place and Colonial Place. As home to Naval Station Norfolk (the largest naval complex in the world) and the headquarters of NATO Allied Command Transformation, the city has consistent demand from active-duty military, DoD civilians, and contractors, making it especially friendly to VA loan buyers.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,635/moPrincipal & interest
$2,984
Property tax
$483
Home insurance
$168
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by World Class Realty · MLS# 10626252
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$575,000
1505 Lea View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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