Why this home stands out
New construction in an established waterfront neighborhood is rare, and 728 W Ocean View Ave is exactly that. Built in 2024, this 2,711-square-foot home delivers four bedrooms, three full baths, and a half bath without the compromises of an older build — think current code construction, modern mechanicals, and a layout designed for the way people actually live today. The Willoughby Beach address puts Chesapeake Bay access within a short walk and Naval Station Norfolk within a five-minute drive.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Willoughby Beach sits at the northern tip of Norfolk, where the city meets the Chesapeake Bay. It's a tight-knit, low-key waterfront community — the kind of neighborhood where neighbors know each other, dogs get walked to the water, and the pace slows down the closer you get to the shore. Ocean View Avenue runs along the bay, giving the area an almost resort-town feel without the tourist crowds. Among Norfolk homes for sale, addresses in Willoughby Beach stand out because you're genuinely living on the water's edge rather than just near it. Norfolk itself is a city of real depth — a working waterfront, a growing arts scene, and a military presence that shapes the culture in the best ways. The 23503 zip code covers this northern coastal stretch, and it has been quietly drawing buyers who want bay views, newer builds, and a commute to base that doesn't require an alarm-clock head start.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Beach Bay Mart, Dollar General, and Harris Teeter are all within a mile for grocery runs of any size. When you'd rather let someone else cook, Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant and Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar are both under a mile away — solid options for a weeknight dinner or a laid-back weekend meal. Mudita Cafe & Bar handles the coffee-and-wind-down end of the day. For green space and shoreline, Charles Hughes Maritime Forest, Local Beach, and Sarah Constant Beach Park are all within 0.7 miles. Ocean View Yoga rounds out the wellness options nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — the commute math here is hard to beat. A VA loan pairs naturally with a 2024-built home like this one: no deferred maintenance, no aging systems, and a clean appraisal path. Four bedrooms give you room to spread out, host visiting family, or set up a proper home office when deployment schedules shift.
More buyer questions
How far is 728 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is roughly five minutes — Naval Station Norfolk is one of the closest major bases to this address in all of Norfolk. For active-duty households, that proximity makes a genuine difference in daily quality of life.
Is 728 W Ocean View Ave in a flood zone?
Willoughby Beach is a coastal neighborhood, so flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation specific to this address.
What is the Willoughby Beach neighborhood like?
Willoughby Beach is a quiet, waterfront-adjacent community at Norfolk's northern edge, with direct access to Chesapeake Bay shoreline, a walkable stretch of Ocean View Avenue, and a neighborly atmosphere that feels distinct from the rest of the city.
How old is the home at 728 W Ocean View Ave?
It was built in 2024, making it one of the newer single-family homes in the Willoughby Beach area. New construction in this neighborhood is uncommon, which adds to the address's appeal among homes for sale in Norfolk.
Are there beaches or parks within walking distance of 728 W Ocean View Ave?
Yes — Local Beach, Sarah Constant Beach Park, and Charles Hughes Maritime Forest are all within 0.7 miles, and the Chesapeake Bay shoreline is essentially at the end of the street.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Willoughby Beach and the broader Norfolk market well. Reach out to get a full picture of what homes for sale in 23503 look like right now.
