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2beds
2.1baths
2,953sqft
56days on market

822 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23505

ActiveResidential · 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 #

10638763

Interior

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

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 · city assessor · 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 #10638763

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Built in 1907, this nearly 3,000-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Norfolk sits four minutes from Naval Station Norfolk and less than a mile from Chesapeake Bay beach access — a rare combination of historic scale and coastal convenience.

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

A 1907-built residence with almost 3,000 square feet of living space is genuinely uncommon this close to the waterfront. Most homes of this era and footprint have been carved into smaller units over the decades; 822 W Ocean View Ave has held its form as a single residential property, giving you room, character, and a location that puts both the bay and two major installations within minutes of your front door.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Ocean View is one of Norfolk's most distinctive coastal corridors — a stretch of the city where residential blocks run parallel to the Chesapeake Bay and the pace of daily life feels a step removed from the bustle of downtown. The area has seen steady reinvestment over the past two decades, attracting a mix of long-time Norfolkians and newcomers drawn by the waterfront access and the relatively short drives to work. West Ocean View Avenue itself carries a mix of historic homes and newer builds, giving the streetscape an eclectic, lived-in energy. Norfolk as a whole is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own personality, and Ocean View sits at the northern edge — close to the water, close to the bases, and close enough to Granby Street and the broader city that you never feel isolated. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often land here once they realize how much square footage and character the Ocean View corridor can deliver per block.

What's nearby

Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is a short eight-tenths of a mile away — a solid neighborhood spot for a weeknight dinner without the drive into downtown. The Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant sits at the same distance and puts you right at the water's edge. For quick morning coffee or a grab-and-go stop, a 7-Eleven is within a mile in multiple directions. Outdoors, 12th View Beach Access is 0.8 miles away and drops you directly onto the Chesapeake Bay shoreline, while Local Beach is just a mile out. Day-to-day errands and weekend leisure are genuinely walkable or a very short drive from this address.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — this address is about as close to both installations as you can get without living on base. Nearly 3,000 square feet means space for a home office, a guest room, or room to grow between deployments. VA loan eligibility pairs well with a home of this size and vintage, and the Chesapeake Bay is less than a mile from your door.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes built in 1907 with nearly 3,000 square feet of original footprint intact are a genuine find in any coastal city. At 822 W Ocean View Ave, you get the bones of an early-twentieth-century Norfolk residence — scale, proportion, and the kind of architectural presence that newer construction simply cannot replicate — combined with a location that puts the Chesapeake Bay, local restaurants, and two major military installations all within five minutes.

More buyer questions

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

The drive is approximately four minutes — Naval Station Norfolk is one of the closest major installations to this address in the city. That proximity makes it one of the more practical options among Norfolk homes for sale for active-duty households assigned to the base.

What school zone does 822 W Ocean View Ave fall in?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School and homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School will want to verify current Norfolk Public Schools zoning directly with the district, as attendance boundaries can change.

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 property's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, reviewing that information carefully before making any decisions is strongly recommended.

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

12th View Beach Access is approximately 0.8 miles away, putting Chesapeake Bay shoreline within easy reach on foot or by bike. Local Beach is just a mile out and offers another public access point.

Does 822 W Ocean View Ave have a garage?

Garage and parking details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough — homes of this 1907 vintage often have detached garages or off-street parking arrangements that vary by configuration.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out to get a straight answer on what homes for sale in 23505 are actually selling for and whether this address fits your timeline.

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

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Norfolk$1.1M – $1.4M2+ beds

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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

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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 Chesapeake Shores & Bayview neighborhood of Norfolk. Norfolk homes for sale →

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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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

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

Asking vs. assessment

134% of $932,900

City assessment record · taxes $11,475/yr

Land share of assessed value

35% — $329,000

Improvements $603,900 · assessor record ✓

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.

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
9626 12th View ST · 0.6 mi · 2,436 sqft$579,000 sold 2026-07

Own a home nearby? See what it is worth today — What's your Norfolk home worth?

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
ListedJun 9, 2026$1,250,000—
Currently listed—$1,250,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

34% above assessment

Total Assessed

$932,900

Land

$329,000

Improvement

$603,900

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

56 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 #10638763 · 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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