26 days on market
$275,000
9525 17th Bay St
Norfolk, Virginia 23518
MLS# 10628953 · OCEAN VIEW · Norfolk VA
Updated Apr 21, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,674/mo
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Price / sq ft
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Days on market
26
HOA
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Year built
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Schools
- ElementaryLittle Creek Elementary School4/10
- MiddleAzalea Middle School5/10
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About this home
50 x 150 Lot per city records Lot is zoned RC. The RC zoning district has a variety of options when there is enough area. It appears this lot has enough width and area for a SF or duplexes. contact the city to confirm. For more info on development options under R-C zoning, see section 3.2.8 in the Norfolk zoning ordinance. For info on Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area please contact Environmental Services.
Listed by Jenifer Spratley · Value Up Realty LLC
VaHome Team property overview
A 0.17-acre lot in Norfolk's Ocean View neighborhood, just steps from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline and four minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story. Build the coastal home you've been designing in your head, in one of Hampton Roads' most sought-after beach communities.
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Why this home stands out
Vacant land in Ocean View doesn't come around often, and a lot this close to 17th Bay Beach Access — with the water just a short walk away — is genuinely rare. At 0.17 acres, 9525 17th Bay Street gives you a blank canvas in a neighborhood where finished homes command serious attention. You choose the footprint, the layout, the style. That kind of creative control is hard to find anywhere along the Norfolk waterfront.
OCEAN VIEW and the Norfolk real estate market
Ocean View sits along the northern edge of Norfolk, hugging the Chesapeake Bay shoreline with a laid-back, beach-town personality that feels worlds away from the city's busier corridors — even though downtown Norfolk is only about 20 minutes south. The neighborhood is a mix of longtime locals, military families, and newcomers who discovered it and never left. Streets are walkable, the bay breeze is real, and the community has a genuine sense of place. For anyone wondering what county is the city of Norfolk va in — Norfolk is an independent city in Virginia, meaning it belongs to no county and operates its own city government. That matters for permitting, zoning, and services, all of which run through the City of Norfolk directly. Ocean View has seen steady reinvestment over the past decade, with new construction filling in alongside renovated mid-century homes, neighborhood parks, and a growing dining and fitness scene within easy walking distance of this lot.
What's nearby
Daily life around 9525 17th Bay Street is remarkably convenient for a beach-adjacent address. Groceries are covered by Riffle Farms Market & Co-op half a mile away, Food Lion under a mile out, and a Dollar General in between. For a meal or a drink, East Beach Bar & Grill is just 0.2 miles away, with Sour Street Pizza and Lola's Beach Cantina both within 0.3 miles. COVA Brewing Company is 0.4 miles out if you're in the mood for a craft pour. Fitness options are equally close — Project SixKiller Performance, Xtras Fitness + Wellness, and Fit Body Boot Camp are all within a half-mile. A Community Garden sits 0.1 miles away, and 17th Bay Beach Access is just 0.3 miles from the lot.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is four minutes away, and Naval Station Norfolk is roughly 12. For a service member using a VA loan to build rather than buy, this lot offers a rare opportunity to put down roots in a location that makes both duty stations genuinely manageable. BAH rates in Hampton Roads are strong, and owning in Ocean View means you're building equity in a neighborhood with real long-term demand.
For buyers drawn to character
If your vision is a custom coastal build — not a cookie-cutter floor plan from a production builder — this is the kind of lot that makes that possible. Ocean View has architectural variety: bungalows, mid-century ranches, newer two-story builds. A 0.17-acre parcel on 17th Bay Street lets you design something that fits the neighborhood's character while expressing your own. That's a rare thing in a beach community this close to the water.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 9525 17th Bay Street from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The lot is approximately 4 minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story by car, making it one of the closest buildable parcels to that installation in the Ocean View area.
What is the zoning for this lot in Norfolk?
Zoning is administered directly by the City of Norfolk — since Norfolk is an independent city with no county government, all permitting and land-use decisions go through Norfolk's Planning and Development department, which can confirm the applicable residential zoning designation for this parcel.
Is 9525 17th Bay Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — given the lot's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, reviewing that information before planning any construction is strongly recommended.
How close is the beach to this lot?
17th Bay Beach Access is just 0.3 miles from the property, and East Beach Fountain Square and Park is about 0.5 miles away — both are walkable from the lot.
Can you build a single-family home on this lot?
At 0.17 acres, the lot size is consistent with single-family residential development in Ocean View, but confirming setback requirements, impervious surface limits, and any applicable overlay districts with the City of Norfolk's permitting office is the right first step before drawing plans.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ocean View and the Norfolk land market well. Reach out to talk through what's possible at 9525 17th Bay Street and what building here could look like for you.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
9525 17th Bay ST, Norfolk
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Property Details
Bedrooms
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Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
0
Stories
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
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Sale & Tax History
List Price
$275,000
Price / Sq Ft
$0
Annual Taxes
$2,005
Monthly Tax
$167
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.73%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 9, 2026 | $275,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $275,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Norfolk via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$163,000
Land
$163,000
Improvement
N/A
Parcel ID: 1550555506 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Norfolk
Norfolk offers some of the most diverse housing options in Hampton Roads — historic Ghent townhomes, Larchmont craftsmen, modern downtown condos, and bungalow neighborhoods in Park Place and Colonial Place. As home to Naval Station Norfolk (the largest naval complex in the world) and the headquarters of NATO Allied Command Transformation, the city has consistent demand from active-duty military, DoD civilians, and contractors, making it especially friendly to VA loan buyers.
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,674/moPrincipal & interest
$1,427
Property tax
$167
Home insurance
$80
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 Value Up Realty LLC · MLS# 10628953
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$275,000
9525 17th Bay ST, NORFOLK VA 23518
Norfolk, Virginia 23518
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