




157 days on market
$2,075,000
880 W Ocean View Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
MLS# 10612242 · WILLOUGHBY BEACH · Norfolk VA
Updated Apr 30, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$13,254/mo
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Price / sq ft
$363
5,719 sq ft
Days on market
157
HOA
None
Year built
2007
19 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
5,719
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryOcean View Elementary School4/10
- MiddleNorthside Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
This impeccably designed bayfront home offers captivating views and virtually every luxury feature available - Grand living areas w/ columns, chef's dream kitchen, sensational primary suite, high ceilings, 8' doors, level 5 elevator, dual garages, metal roof 2023, & extensive hardscaping w/ firepit. The eat in kitchen has amazing views, 2 large islands, exotic granite counters, 4 sinks including mystic lazy river sin…
Listed by Samuel Martin · Abbitt Realty Company LLC
VaHome Team property overview
880 W Ocean View Ave is a 5,719-square-foot, four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home built in 2007 in Norfolk's Willoughby Beach neighborhood — sitting less than half a mile from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline and four minutes from Naval Station Norfolk.
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Why this home stands out
Scale and location rarely line up this cleanly. At nearly 5,800 square feet on a 0.192-acre lot, this 2007-built home delivers the kind of room count — four bedrooms, four full baths, one half bath — that growing households and remote workers both appreciate. Add a four-minute drive to Naval Station Norfolk and direct proximity to multiple bay beach access points, and you have a combination that's genuinely hard to replicate in this zip code.
WILLOUGHBY BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
Willoughby Beach sits at the northern tip of Norfolk where the city meets the Chesapeake Bay, and it carries a distinct personality — part waterfront retreat, part tight-knit residential enclave. Streets here run close to the water, beach access points are measured in blocks rather than miles, and the pace of daily life feels noticeably different from the busier corridors of the city. For anyone weighing military housing Norfolk options, this neighborhood checks boxes that most others can't: you're practically on the bay, yet still inside city limits with full urban infrastructure around you. Norfolk as a whole is one of the most water-defined cities on the East Coast, and Willoughby Beach is where that identity is most literal. The neighborhood draws a mix of longtime locals, military families on orders, and buyers who simply want proximity to open water without leaving the city behind.
What's nearby
Daily errands and leisure are both close. Swell Charcoal Grill and Raw Bar is half a mile away for a solid dinner out, and Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant is under a mile if you want a meal with a view of the bay. A 7-Eleven is right at 0.5 miles for quick coffee and convenience runs. When you want sand and water, 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. You're genuinely walking or biking distance from the shoreline on most of these.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to Naval Station Norfolk and five minutes to MARFORCOM Norfolk makes 880 W Ocean View Ave one of the most commute-efficient addresses in the area for active-duty households. With over 5,700 square feet, there's real room for a family to spread out — no squeezing into a floor plan that doesn't fit. BAH rates in this market can go a long way here, and a VA loan makes ownership even more accessible.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you bumping into walls, 5,719 square feet across four bedrooms and four and a half baths is a genuine reset. Built in 2007, the layout was designed with modern family living in mind — not retrofitted from something older. Toss in beach access under a mile away, and weekend life gets a lot more interesting for everyone in the household.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 880 W Ocean View Ave from Naval Station Norfolk?
The drive is approximately four minutes — Naval Station Norfolk is one of the closest major bases to this address in all of Norfolk. For active-duty personnel, that kind of proximity is rare at this home size.
Where are the nearest beach access points to 880 W Ocean View Ave?
12th View Beach Access is 0.6 miles away, 13th View Street Beach Access is 0.8 miles, and Local Beach is about a mile out — all on the Chesapeake Bay side of the neighborhood.
What is the flood zone status for 880 W Ocean View Ave?
Willoughby Beach is a waterfront neighborhood, so flood zone designation is worth reviewing carefully before purchase. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this specific parcel.
Is there an HOA for this property?
Based on available data, this property does not carry a mandatory HOA — but you should confirm current HOA status with your agent before making any decisions.
How large is the lot at 880 W Ocean View Ave?
The lot measures 0.192 acres, which is a solid footprint for this part of Norfolk where many waterfront-adjacent lots run smaller. It gives you meaningful outdoor space without an overwhelming amount of yard maintenance.
Want to see how 880 W Ocean View Ave fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Willoughby Beach well — reach out and let's talk through it.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
5,719
Stories
4
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Star Appliance(s), Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$2,075,000
Price / Sq Ft
$363
Annual Taxes
$22,579
Monthly Tax
$1,882
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.09%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Dec 3, 2025 | $2,075,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $2,075,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$1,835,700
Land
$361,900
Improvement
$1,473,800
Parcel ID: 1531390028 · View on city GIS portal
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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
$13,254/moPrincipal & interest
$10,767
Property tax
$1,882
Home insurance
$605
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.
Listed by Abbitt Realty Company LLC · MLS# 10612242
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$2,075,000
880 W Ocean View AVE, NORFOLK VA 23503
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
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