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3,332sqft
36days on market

842 West Ocean View (A-B) Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

ActiveMulti Family Residential · built 1984 · 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, Deep Water.

Frontage

Bay ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1984

Price / sqft

$555

HOA

None

Taxes

$22,952/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10643308

Interior

Approx. sqft
3,332

Construction & exterior

Style
Side by Side
Subtype
Duplex
Foundation
Pile
Roof
Asphalt Shingle,Poly Skin
Exterior
Wood
Waterfront
Bay,Deep Water
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot features
Deck
Subdivision
WILLOUGHBY BEACH
Zoning
R-12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
1594
Possession
AT 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 opportunity to own Chesapeake Bayfront living with built-in income potential. Offered together for $1,850,000, this package includes 840 & 842 W Ocean View Ave, combining a Bayfront duplex and adjoining fourplex for a total of six units. Enjoy wide Chesapeake Bay views, direct beach access, boating, fishing, kayaking, beach walks, and beautiful sunsets just outside your door. An exceptional opportunity to enjoy a waterfront residence while generating rental income from the remaining units, or acquire the entire property as a distinctive income-producing investment. The waterfront duplex also offers potential for future conversion into a single residence, subject to applicable approvals. Convenient Norfolk location near military installations, interstates, marinas, dining, shopping, and area beaches. Seller can provide a termite and moisture letter. Properties must be sold together. Qualified buyers only; shown by appointment.

Listing courtesy of David Wilkey · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10643308

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

842 West Ocean View Avenue is a 3,332-square-foot multi-family duplex built in 1984, sitting less than a mile from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline in Norfolk's Ocean View corridor — and just four minutes from Naval Station Norfolk. Two separate units, one address, one smart decision.

Keep searching in Norfolk

See all Norfolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23503, 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

What sets 842 West Ocean View Avenue apart is the combination of serious square footage — 3,332 feet split across two units — and a location that's almost unreasonably convenient. Naval Station Norfolk is four minutes away, MARFORCOM Norfolk is five, and the beach is under a mile. Whether you're housing family, sharing space with someone you trust, or simply want a property that works harder than a single-family home, this duplex delivers a setup that's genuinely hard to replicate in this zip code.

WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market

Ocean View is one of Norfolk's most distinctive waterfront corridors — a laid-back, beach-adjacent stretch of the city that feels a world away from downtown's bustle while still being deeply connected to everything Norfolk offers. West Ocean View Avenue runs parallel to the Chesapeake Bay, and the neighborhood has a relaxed, lived-in character that longtime residents fiercely protect. You're in a community that draws people who want proximity to the water without the price tag of Virginia Beach's resort strip. Norfolk itself is a city of real neighborhoods — from Ghent's arts scene to Freemason's historic blocks — and Ocean View sits at its northern edge, anchoring homes for sale in Norfolk with a distinctly coastal identity. The 23503 zip code is compact but full of personality: fishing piers, waterfront restaurants, and easy access to the bay define daily life here. For anyone comparing Norfolk homes for sale near military installations, this corridor consistently ranks among the most practical and livable addresses in the city.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy along this stretch of West Ocean View Avenue. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is just 0.8 miles away — a solid neighborhood spot for fresh seafood after a long week. Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant is equally close, offering waterfront dining with the kind of casual atmosphere that fits the neighborhood perfectly. For quick coffee or a grab-and-go stop, 7-Eleven locations are within 0.8 to 0.9 miles in multiple directions. When you want sand and water, 12th View Beach Access is 0.8 miles out, and Local Beach is just a mile away — both Chesapeake Bay access points that make a spontaneous afternoon at the water genuinely effortless.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five to MARFORCOM Norfolk — this address doesn't make you choose between a short commute and a livable neighborhood. A VA loan can make a multi-family purchase like this one especially strategic, and the Ocean View corridor is a perennial favorite among service members who know the area well. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Granby High School and homes for sale zoned for Ocean View Elementary School will find this location squarely in that zone.

For buyers drawn to character

If you want a property with a story — a duplex on a bay-adjacent boulevard in a neighborhood that's been evolving for decades — 842 West Ocean View Avenue delivers that texture. Ocean View isn't a master-planned community; it's a real place with fishing piers, local restaurants, and neighbors who've been here long enough to know the tides. The 1984 construction gives you a solid bones era, and 3,332 square feet across two units is a canvas worth working with.

More buyer questions

How far is 842 West Ocean View Avenue 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 entire 23503 zip code. MARFORCOM Norfolk is five minutes in the same general direction.

What is the flood zone status for 842 West Ocean View Avenue?

Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Given the proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, reviewing that information carefully before making any decisions is always a good idea.

Is 842 West Ocean View Avenue in an HOA?

Based on available property data, there is no HOA associated with this address — which means no monthly association fees or community rule overlays to navigate.

Where is the nearest beach access to 842 West Ocean View Avenue?

12th View Beach Access is approximately 0.8 miles away, with Local Beach just a mile out — both are Chesapeake Bay access points and easily reachable without getting on a highway.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase a multi-family property like this one?

Yes — VA loans can be used to purchase multi-family properties of up to four units, provided the buyer occupies one of the units as a primary residence. It's worth confirming current VA loan guidelines with a qualified lender, as eligibility details can vary.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well. Reach out to get a straight-talking walkthrough of what 842 West Ocean View Avenue looks like as your next move.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

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Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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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

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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

$12,052/mo

Principal & interest

$9,599

Property tax

$1,913

Home insurance

$540

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

99% of $1,866,000

City assessment record · taxes $22,952/yr

Land share of assessed value

25% — $468,600

Improvements $1,397,400 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$150,000 – $765,000

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.

135 W Balview AVE · 1.4 mi · 3,320 sqft$150,000 sold 2026-05
323 Bay Dunes DR · 1.7 mi · 2,700 sqft$765,000 sold 2026-04
8504 Culfor CRES · 2.2 mi · 3,700 sqft$550,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,850,000

Price / Sq Ft

$555

Annual Taxes

$22,952

Monthly Tax

$1,913

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.24%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 8, 2026$1,850,000—
Currently listed—$1,850,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$1,866,000

Land

$468,600

Improvement

$1,397,400

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.

Market tempo

36 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 842 West Ocean View (A-B) 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 842 West Ocean View (A-B) Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is 842 West Ocean View (A-B) Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Bay,Deep Water.
Does 842 West Ocean View (A-B) Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 842 West Ocean View (A-B) Ave built?+
It was built in 1984, 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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842 West Ocean View (A-B) Ave, Norfolk, Virginia 23503 · MLS #10643308 · 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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