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507 W Ocean View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503 - Main photo
$247,990
$248 / sqft · est. $1,572/mo →
2beds
2baths
1,000sqft
35days on market

507 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

SoldResidential · built 1917 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This amazing piece of Willoughby history features gorgeous wood floors, newer kitchen, windows, and roof, plus 2 WIC. The amazing wrap-around front porch is perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails, plus you get views of the ocean. House has been raised and has huge amounts of storage underneath. There are two good-sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. Ocean View fishing pier is just a 2-minute walk. It is being sold with the large lot in front of it. Live in this sweet cottage and have a HUGE front yard, possibly add on to the house and have a large front yard, maybe build on the lot in front and keep the cottage for in-laws or rental income, or possibly clear the lot and build. There are so many possibilities to explore!! Come see why so many people LOVE Willoughby Spit!!

Listing courtesy of Ronald Sawyer · RE/MAX Prime · REIN MLS #10634569

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

507 W Ocean View Ave is a 1917-built, 2-bed, 2-bath home in Norfolk's Ocean View corridor, just steps from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline and a five-minute drive to Naval Station Norfolk — a compact, character-rich address where beach life and city convenience meet.

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Why this home stands out

Few homes in the Hampton Roads area put you this close to both open water and a major military installation. At 1,100 square feet, this 1917 cottage carries more than a century of coastal character — original-era bones, a walkable beachfront block, and a location that makes the daily commute to base almost effortless. It's the kind of address that earns its place on a short list fast.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Ocean View is one of Norfolk's most distinctive waterfront corridors — a stretch of the city where residential streets dead-end at the Chesapeake Bay and neighbors measure their morning walks in sand, not sidewalk squares. The area has a relaxed, unpretentious energy: fishing piers, kayak launches, local eateries, and a genuine sense of community that bigger, newer subdivisions rarely replicate. Whether you're working with a real estate agent norfolk buyers trust or searching on your own, Ocean View tends to stop people mid-scroll. The neighborhood sits in the northeastern corner of Norfolk, bounded by the bay to the north and easy highway access to the south. Commuters appreciate the direct routes to the naval base cluster, while weekenders appreciate that the beach is already in the backyard. It's a part of Norfolk that rewards the people who choose it.

What's nearby

Daily life at 507 W Ocean View Ave is genuinely walkable for a coastal address. The Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant is just 0.2 miles away — a reliable spot for a waterfront meal without getting in the car. Sarah Constant Beach Park and Local Beach are both within 0.3 miles, and Charles Hughes Maritime Forest adds a wooded counterpoint at 0.4 miles. Grab a quick coffee at the nearby 7-Eleven or make the short trip to Mudita Cafe & Bar or Starbucks Coffee Company, both at 0.7 miles. Groceries are covered by Harris Teeter, Beach Bay Mart, and Dollar General — all within 0.7 miles. Ocean View Yoga is 0.6 miles out for a post-beach stretch.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Station Norfolk is a five-minute drive from the front door, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is just six minutes out — making 507 W Ocean View Ave one of the more strategically located addresses in the Hampton Roads market for active-duty households. VA loan eligibility can make this century-old cottage especially accessible, and BAH rates for the area are worth a close look when you run your numbers.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've been searching for a house for sale norfolk that has actual history behind it, 1917 is a hard year to beat. This cottage predates most of the neighborhood around it, and that age shows up in the details — proportions, setbacks, and a street presence that newer construction simply can't manufacture. Two bedrooms, two baths, and 1,100 square feet of genuinely old-Norfolk character, a short walk from the bay.

More buyer questions

How far is 507 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive runs about five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the shorter base commutes available in this price tier of the Norfolk market.

Is 507 W Ocean View Ave in a flood zone?

Ocean View's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay means flood zone designation is a meaningful question here — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA map data specific to this parcel.

What is the neighborhood like around 507 W Ocean View Ave?

The immediate area is a walkable, bay-facing residential corridor with a mix of older cottages and updated homes, local restaurants, beach parks, and a community feel that longtime Ocean View residents tend to be vocal about.

How old is the home at 507 W Ocean View Ave?

The home was built in 1917, making it over a century old and one of the earlier residential builds remaining in the Ocean View area of Norfolk.

Does 507 W Ocean View Ave have an HOA?

Based on available property data, this address does not carry an HOA — though buyers should confirm the current status during due diligence.

Want to know more about 507 W Ocean View Ave or the Ocean View market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1917

Price / sqft

$248

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,555/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10634569

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,000
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, PBR with Bath, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow, Cottage
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Wood
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Decorative
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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

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

$1,572/mo

Principal & interest

$1,287

Property tax

$213

Home insurance

$72

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

119% of $207,700

City assessment record · taxes $2,555/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $63,300

Improvements $144,400 · 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

$190,000 – $260,000

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.

225 A View AVE #109 · 0.6 mi · 976 sqft$207,500 sold 2026-06
225 A View AVE #104 · 0.6 mi · 973 sqft$205,000 sold 2026-02
256 Portview AVE #A · 0.5 mi · 1,047 sqft$203,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$247,990

Price / Sq Ft

$248

Annual Taxes

$2,555

Monthly Tax

$213

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.03%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 9, 2026$247,990—
Price reducedJul 14, 2026$247,990−$76,910
SoldJul 10, 2026$247,990—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

19% above assessment

Total Assessed

$207,700

Land

$63,300

Improvement

$144,400

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 507 W Ocean View Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ocean View Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Northside Middle School (GreatSchools 3/10), Granby (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 507 W Ocean View 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 there a gym near 507 W Ocean View Ave?+
Yes — Ocean View Yoga is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 507 W Ocean View Ave?+
Local Beach is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 507 W Ocean View Ave?+
Beach Bay Mart is about 0.7 miles away. The closest dining on record is Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant (0.2 mi).
Does 507 W Ocean View Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 507 W Ocean View Ave built?+
It was built in 1917, per the listing record.

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

The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Ronald Sawyer · RE/MAX Prime · REIN MLS #10634569

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