20 days on market
$418,900
856 Little Bay Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10637122 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated 10 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,731/mo
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Price / sq ft
$240
1,745 sq ft
Days on market
20
HOA
None
Year built
1946
80 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,745
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Make this your first stop! Just a short distance to the ocean or bay, this charming coastal home offers bay views from the kitchen and front porch. New Roof!!! Updated throughout with updated flooring, elegant bathrooms, and a gorgeous kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, farmhouse sink, and pot filler. The primary suite includes cedar closets and a heated marble bathroom floor. Enjoy wo…
Listed by Matthew Salway · Iron Valley Real Estate HR
VaHome Team property overview
856 Little Bay Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,745-square-foot home built in 1946 in Norfolk, Virginia — sitting just four minutes from Naval Station Norfolk and a short walk to multiple Chesapeake Bay beach access points along the Ocean View waterfront.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 856 Little Bay Avenue apart is the rare combination of genuine mid-century bones — built in 1946 with three full bathrooms across 1,745 square feet — and an almost absurdly convenient location. You're four minutes from one of the largest naval installations in the world, less than a mile from the bay, and within a half-mile of dining and daily errands. That kind of trifecta is hard to find in Norfolk at any price point.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Little Bay Avenue sits in the Ocean View corridor of Norfolk — one of the city's most distinctive waterfront stretches along the southern shore of the Chesapeake Bay. This part of Norfolk has a relaxed, beach-town personality that feels a world away from downtown traffic, yet you're still firmly inside the city limits with full access to everything Norfolk offers. If you've been searching for sale norfolk va and wondering where character neighborhoods actually live, Ocean View is a strong answer. The streets here are lined with a mix of post-war cottages and updated homes, and the community has a genuine pride-of-place feel — neighbors know each other, and the bay is always close. Norfolk itself is a city of real substance: a working waterfront, a thriving arts scene, world-class medical facilities, and one of the most military-connected economies on the East Coast. Ocean View gives you the quieter, residential side of that city without sacrificing any of the access.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 856 Little Bay Avenue. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is just half a mile away — a solid neighborhood spot for seafood and casual evenings out. The Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant is under a mile away and delivers exactly the waterfront dining experience you'd expect from this location. For quick stops, there's a 7-Eleven within half a mile for coffee and essentials. Beach access is genuinely walkable: 12th View Beach Access is 0.6 miles out, 13th View Street Beach Access is 0.8 miles, and Local Beach rounds things out at a mile. The Chesapeake Bay is not a weekend destination from here — it's a Tuesday afternoon option.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk — 856 Little Bay Avenue is about as dialed-in for military families as a home can get. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and with three full bathrooms and 1,745 square feet, there's room for a family to actually spread out. Short commutes mean more time at home, which matters a lot during busy duty rotations.
For first-time buyers
If you're looking at houses for sale in Norfolk Virginia and feeling overwhelmed by the options, 856 Little Bay Avenue simplifies the decision. You get three bedrooms, three full baths, and a mid-century home with real square footage — all in a walkable beach-access neighborhood. The proximity to Naval Station Norfolk also means strong, consistent demand in this corridor, which is worth understanding as a first purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 856 Little Bay 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 all of Hampton Roads. For active-duty personnel, that's a meaningful quality-of-life advantage on a daily basis.
How close is 856 Little Bay Avenue to the beach?
The nearest beach access point — 12th View Beach Access — is about 0.6 miles away, and two additional access points are within a mile. The Chesapeake Bay is genuinely walkable or a quick bike ride from the front door.
What is the flood zone status for 856 Little Bay Avenue?
Given the proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, flood zone designation is an important consideration for this address — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA flood zone classification and what it means for insurance requirements.
Is there an HOA for 856 Little Bay Avenue?
Based on available property data, this home does not appear to be subject to a mandatory HOA, though buyers should confirm current covenants and any community restrictions during the due-diligence period.
What is the neighborhood like around Little Bay Avenue in Norfolk?
The Ocean View corridor has a relaxed, waterfront-community feel — a mix of post-war cottages and updated homes, walkable beach access, and a tight-knit neighborhood identity. It's one of Norfolk's most distinctive residential stretches along the southern Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well. Reach out to get a straight answer on 856 Little Bay Avenue and what it could mean for your next move.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,745
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$418,900
Price / Sq Ft
$240
Annual Taxes
$5,219
Monthly Tax
$435
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.25%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 29, 2026 | $418,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $418,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched Jun 7, 2026.
Total Assessed
$424,300
Land
$96,600
Improvement
$327,700
Parcel ID: 1531289567
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About buying in Norfolk
Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,731/moPrincipal & interest
$2,174
Property tax
$435
Home insurance
$122
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate HR · MLS# 10637122
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$418,900
856 Little Bay AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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