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$649,900
$269 / sqft · est. $4,035/mo →
4beds
3baths
2,415sqft
9days on market

801 Fontaine Ave, Norfolk, VA 23502

ActiveResidential · built 1967 · VENTOSA WEST

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Deep Water, Deep Water Access, Dock, Navigable, River.

Frontage

River ✓ VERIFIED

Dock

Dock · Boat lift

Shoreline

Bulkheaded

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome to this beautifully updated brick ranch offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in a stunning waterfront setting. The home features a completely renovated kitchen with modern finishes that opens to comfortable living spaces designed for everyday living and entertaining. A large secondary living room provides additional space to relax and gather with family and friends. Enjoy expansive porches overlooking the water, where you can unwind in the hot tub and take in breathtaking sunrise views. The outdoor area is ideal for entertaining with a fire pit and plenty of space to host guests. Water enthusiasts will appreciate the private dock with boat lift, two jet ski lifts, and a large yard offering room to enjoy the waterfront lifestyle to the fullest.

Listing courtesy of Kris Weaver · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10641039

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

801 Fontaine Avenue is a 4-bedroom, 3-bath, 2,415-square-foot home built in 1967 in Norfolk, Virginia. With two military installations under ten minutes away and a solid mid-century footprint, it's a practical and comfortable base for everyday life in Hampton Roads.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 801 Fontaine Avenue apart is the combination of genuine square footage and a three-full-bath layout in a 1967 build — a configuration that's harder to find than you'd expect at this size. Four bedrooms give you real flexibility: a dedicated home office, a guest room, and still room to grow. The mid-century bones mean solid construction, and the lot gives you outdoor space without overwhelming upkeep.

VENTOSA WEST and the Norfolk real estate market

801 Fontaine Avenue sits in Norfolk's 23502 zip code, a residential corridor on the city's east side that balances quiet streets with genuinely convenient access to everything Hampton Roads has to offer. If you've been searching for a house for sale in Norfolk VA with quick commutes and a lived-in neighborhood feel, this part of the city delivers. Norfolk itself is one of the most dynamic cities on the East Coast — home to a deep-water port, a thriving arts scene, and a military community that shapes the culture in the best possible ways. The surrounding streets are lined with mid-century homes on established lots, giving the area a grounded, mature character that newer developments simply can't replicate. You're close enough to downtown Norfolk to enjoy its restaurants and waterfront, but far enough removed to come home to genuine quiet. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is just eight minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is a seven-minute drive — making this address one of the more strategically located options in the region for service members and civilian employees alike.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from Fontaine Avenue. Janaf Shopping Center is just minutes away, putting grocery stores, pharmacies, and a range of retail under one roof without a long drive. Military Circle area adds more dining and shopping options nearby. For green space, Lake Taylor and its surrounding park offer a natural retreat close to home. Getting around Hampton Roads is easy — Interstate 64 access is close, connecting you to Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel without fighting your way across the city first. Coffee shops and casual dining options dot the surrounding commercial corridors, so morning routines stay simple.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Seven minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth and eight minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — 801 Fontaine Avenue is one of the more commute-friendly addresses in Norfolk for active-duty families. Four bedrooms handle PCS moves with room to spare, and the three full baths mean no morning bottlenecks. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the 2,415-square-foot layout gives you space that actually fits military family life.

For families upgrading

If your current home feels like it's shrinking, 801 Fontaine Avenue offers the square footage to fix that. At 2,415 square feet with four bedrooms and three full baths, there's genuine room for everyone — including space that can flex as your family's needs shift over time. The 1967 construction means the home has already proven itself across decades, and the established neighborhood in Norfolk provides the kind of stability that growing families look for.

More buyer questions

How far is 801 Fontaine Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 8 minutes from 801 Fontaine Avenue by car. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion that affects longer Hampton Roads commutes.

How far is 801 Fontaine Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about 7 minutes away by car, making 801 Fontaine Avenue one of the closer residential options in Norfolk for Coast Guard personnel and their families.

What is the square footage and layout of 801 Fontaine Avenue?

The home offers 2,415 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Built in 1967, the layout reflects the generous room proportions common to mid-century residential construction.

Is 801 Fontaine Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that information alongside any property inspection.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 801 Fontaine Avenue?

Yes — eligible service members, veterans, and surviving spouses can use a VA loan to purchase this property, subject to standard VA appraisal and eligibility requirements. Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty can connect you with VA-experienced lenders in the Hampton Roads area.

Ready to walk through 801 Fontaine Avenue in person? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know Norfolk inside and out and can get you in the door.

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

1967

Price / sqft

$269

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,675/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10641039

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,415
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Rec Room, Sun Room, Workshop
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Jetted Tub

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial,Picket,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Boat Lift,Bulkhead,Deep Water,Deep Water Access,Dock,Navigable,River
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
16+ SEER A/C, Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.5811
Subdivision
VENTOSA WEST
Zoning
R-6
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
4 Space, Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
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 8 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

In the Norview & Town Point neighborhood of Norfolk. Norfolk real estate →

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

$4,035/mo

Principal & interest

$3,372

Property tax

$473

Home insurance

$190

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

136% of $477,200

City assessment record · taxes $5,675/yr

Land share of assessed value

32% — $152,700

Improvements $324,500 · 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

$399,000 – $475,555

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.

3731 Brennan AVE · 0.1 mi · 2,200 sqft$415,000 sold 2026-02
3560 Riverside DR · 0.6 mi · 2,404 sqft$442,000 sold 2026-07
3575 Mississippi AVE · 0.5 mi · 2,377 sqft$445,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$649,900

Price / Sq Ft

$269

Annual Taxes

$5,675

Monthly Tax

$473

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.87%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 23, 2026$649,900—
Currently listed—$649,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

36% above assessment

Total Assessed

$477,200

Land

$152,700

Improvement

$324,500

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

9 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 801 Fontaine Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ingleside Elementary School (GreatSchools 8/10), Norview Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), BT Washington. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 801 Fontaine Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 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 801 Fontaine Ave?+
Yes — Planet Fitness is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 801 Fontaine Ave?+
Poplar Hall Park is about 0.6 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 801 Fontaine Ave?+
Royal Bazaar Indian Asian Market is about 0.8 miles away. The closest dining on record is Hot Dogs by Garrett (0.8 mi).
Is 801 Fontaine Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Boat Lift,Bulkhead,Deep Water,Deep Water Access,Dock,Navigable,River.
Does 801 Fontaine Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 801 Fontaine Ave built?+
It was built in 1967, 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

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Listing courtesy of Kris Weaver · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10641039

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801 Fontaine Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23502 · MLS #10641039 · 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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