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2beds
2.1baths
2,953sqft
0days on market

822 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23505

New ListingResidential · built 1907 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Bay.

Frontage

Bay ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1907

Price / sqft

$423

HOA

None

Taxes

$11,475/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10656248

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,953
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Balcony, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan
Accessibility
Level Flooring, Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Craftsman, Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Vinyl,Wood
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial,Privacy
Waterfront
Bay

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Heat Pump, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Oversized Gar, 3 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Norfolk waterfront homes.

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

About this home

Rare Direct Bayfront Opportunity! Enjoy the coveted Willoughby/Ocean View coastal lifestyle in this beautifully updated waterfront home offering 2,953 total SF. Originally built in 1907 as a charming beach cottage and fully remodeled in 2005, the property blends historic character with modern convenience. The main residence (2,023 SF) features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a spacious great room, dining area, and detached garage nestled beside the Bay Oaks. A separate upper-level apartment (930 SF) includes 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, offering flexibility for guests, extended family, a private retreat, or potential rental income. Recent improvements include new HVAC systems and washer/dryer sets. Elevated on reinforced concrete block construction with flood vents, helping maintain more affordable flood insurance while maximizing stunning bayfront living.

Listing courtesy of Heather Howard · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10656248

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

822 W Ocean View Ave is a 1907-built, two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Norfolk with nearly 3,000 square feet of living space. The Chesapeake Bay is less than a mile away. Naval Station Norfolk is about four minutes by car. There is a lot of history and room packed into this address.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23505, homes for sale zoned for Granby High School, and homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Norfolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Chesapeake Shores & Bayview homes for sale, Norfolk waterfront homes for sale, Norfolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Norfolk.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1907 rarely come with close to 3,000 square feet, and that combination is what sets 822 W Ocean View Ave apart. The layout gives you space that newer construction in this price corridor simply does not offer. Add a half-bath on top of two full baths, and the floor plan handles daily life without the squeeze. The Ocean View waterfront is walkable, and two major bases are within five minutes.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

West Ocean View Ave sits in Norfolk's Ocean View corridor, one of the city's most recognizable stretches of waterfront neighborhood. The streets here mix early-twentieth-century homes with mid-century ranches and newer infill, giving the area a layered, lived-in character. Wide lots, mature trees, and a relaxed pace define the blocks closest to the bay. This is not a manicured master-planned community — it has genuine texture. Norfolk itself is one of the most connected cities in Hampton Roads. You can reach downtown Norfolk in about fifteen minutes and Virginia Beach in roughly twenty-five. The city's port heritage and naval presence shape the culture here in a way that feels distinct from anywhere else in the region. Anyone browsing Norfolk homes for sale will notice that Ocean View offers waterfront proximity at a scale that other Norfolk neighborhoods cannot match. Public transit, major highways, and the Midtown Tunnel all sit within reasonable reach.

What's nearby

The Chesapeake Bay is right around the corner. 12th View Beach Access is 0.8 miles away, and Local Beach is just a mile out — both are easy walks or a quick bike ride. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is 0.8 miles away for a sit-down meal. Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant is also 0.8 miles out and worth knowing for a casual waterfront bite. Day-to-day convenience is handled by a 7-Eleven less than a mile away. Homes for sale in 23505 sit in one of Norfolk's most bay-accessible zip codes, and this address puts you right in the middle of it.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Station Norfolk is about four minutes away by car. MARFORCOM Norfolk is five minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is common at this address, and the short commute window makes early morning and late duty schedules far more manageable. The two-and-a-half-bath layout means no bottleneck on busy mornings.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1907 build with nearly 3,000 square feet is a rare find anywhere in Hampton Roads. The bones of this home predate both World Wars, and the scale of the rooms reflects an era when builders were not counting square footage the way they do today. If you are comparing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School and homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School, this block checks both boxes while delivering architecture that newer construction simply cannot replicate.

More buyer questions

How far is 822 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is about four minutes away by car. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the city's heavier traffic corridors.

Is 822 W Ocean View Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Given the proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, reviewing that information before making any decisions is a smart step.

What is the neighborhood like around W Ocean View Ave in Norfolk?

The area is a mix of early-twentieth-century homes and mid-century ranches along a waterfront corridor. It has a relaxed, bay-adjacent feel with easy access to beach entry points less than a mile away.

How close is the beach to 822 W Ocean View Ave?

12th View Beach Access is 0.8 miles away, and Local Beach is about one mile out. Both are reachable on foot or by bike.

Does 822 W Ocean View Ave have a garage?

Garage and parking details for this address are shown in the full property specs on this page. With a lot this size in an early-1900s neighborhood, off-street options vary — check the current listing details for confirmation.

Want to walk through 822 W Ocean View Ave in person? Tom and Dariya Milan can arrange a showing and answer any questions about this address or the Ocean View corridor.

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

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510104

High Risk

FEMA flood zone

AE (1% annual chance)

Base flood elevation

7 ft above sea level

Property elevation

7 ft above sea level

0.0 ft above BFE

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Special Flood Hazard Area — 1% annual chance of flooding. Federal flood insurance is required on most mortgages.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

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

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$7,807/mo

Principal & interest

$6,486

Property tax

$956

Home insurance

$365

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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$351,000 – $875,000

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.

861 Little Bay AVE · 0.2 mi · 3,060 sqft$775,000 sold 2026-09
569 W Ocean View AVE · 0.5 mi · 2,419 sqft$351,000 sold 2026-04
1155 Little Bay AVE · 0.6 mi · 2,448 sqft$625,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,250,000

Price / Sq Ft

$423

Annual Taxes

$11,475

Monthly Tax

$956

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.92%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 2, 2026$1,250,000—
Currently listed—$1,250,000—

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

0 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Is 822 W Ocean View Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ocean View Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Northside Middle School (VaHome School Score 3/10), Granby (VaHome School Score 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 822 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.
Are there parks near 822 W Ocean View Ave?+
12th View- Beach Access is about 0.7 miles away.
Is 822 W Ocean View Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Bay.
Does 822 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 822 W Ocean View Ave built?+
It was built in 1907, per the listing record.

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

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822 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23505 · MLS #10656248 · 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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