6 days on market
$329,999
9631 18th Bay St
Norfolk, Virginia 23518
MLS# 10634797 · OCEAN VIEW EAST · Norfolk VA
Updated May 25, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,975/mo
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Price / sq ft
$342
966 sq ft
Days on market
6
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1952
74 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
966
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryLittle Creek Elementary School4/10
- MiddleAzalea Middle School5/10
- 2/10
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About this home
9631 18th Bay Street~~ Beach Living!!!! Move In Ready!!!! Fresh Floors, New Roof, serviced crawl space. Large fenced backyard. Steps from the beach. This updated home is ready for you from day one with plenty of space and potential to expand and make it your own. Whether you're looking to settle in or add value, this property delivers. Call today to schedule a tour!
Listed by Kenyatta Clark · Better Homes & Gdns Ntv Am Grp
VaHome Team property overview
A compact 1952 three-bedroom home on 18th Bay Street in Norfolk's East Ocean View neighborhood, sitting just a short walk from the bay and four minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story — a practical, well-located address with a tight-knit beach community feel.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 9631 18th Bay Street apart is the combination of genuine coastal proximity and military-base convenience that's hard to find at this scale. You're a one-minute walk from 17th Bay Beach Access, surrounded by local restaurants and fitness studios, and within four minutes of JEB Little Creek-Fort Story's main gate. For a 966-square-foot home built in 1952, the location does a lot of heavy lifting.
OCEAN VIEW EAST and the Norfolk real estate market
East Ocean View is one of Norfolk's most distinctive pockets — a low-key, walkable beach community tucked along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline on the city's north side. Streets here are named by bay numbers, the lots are modest, and the neighbors tend to know each other. It's the kind of place where people walk to the water in the morning and grab a beer at a local bar in the evening without getting in a car. If you're searching for a house for sale in Norfolk with actual beach access built into daily life, East Ocean View delivers that in a way that few other Norfolk neighborhoods can. The broader city of Norfolk wraps around this area with all the infrastructure you'd expect — major highways, healthcare, employment hubs — but East Ocean View itself has a small-town rhythm. Summers bring activity to the waterfront; winters stay quieter but never feel isolated. It's a neighborhood that rewards people who want community, not just a commute.
What's nearby
Daily errands and downtime are both covered within a short radius of 18th Bay Street. Riffle Farms Market & Co-op is 0.4 miles away for local and specialty groceries, and a Dollar General sits 0.8 miles out for quick household runs. When it's time to eat, East Beach Bar & Grill, Sour Street Pizza, and Lola's Beach Cantina are all within 0.2 miles. COVA Brewing Company is 0.4 miles away for a more relaxed evening out. Fitness options are plentiful — Project SixKiller Performance is 0.1 miles away, Fit Body Boot Camp is 0.3 miles, and East Beach Training Studio rounds things out at 0.4 miles. The Community Garden and 17th Bay Beach Access are both 0.1 miles from the front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is four minutes from 9631 18th Bay Street — one of the shortest gate-to-front-door commutes you'll find in Norfolk. Naval Station Norfolk is roughly 12 minutes away, keeping both major installations within easy reach. If you're working through a VA loan or calculating BAH coverage, this address puts you in a strong position geographically for either base assignment.
For first-time buyers
If you're ready to buy a house in Norfolk and want to start somewhere manageable, 9631 18th Bay Street offers a realistic entry point into a neighborhood with genuine character. At 966 square feet, the home is straightforward to maintain, the location is walkable, and the surrounding community is established. You'd be buying into East Ocean View — not just a house.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 9631 18th Bay Street from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately four minutes, making this one of the closest residential streets to the base's main gate in the entire Norfolk market. It's a straightforward route with no highway required.
How far is 9631 18th Bay Street from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is roughly 12 minutes by car from 18th Bay Street, heading south through Norfolk via Shore Drive or Granby Street.
Where is the nearest beach access to 9631 18th Bay Street?
17th Bay Beach Access is 0.1 miles from the front door — essentially a one-minute walk to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
Is 9631 18th Bay Street in a flood zone?
East Ocean View's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay means flood zone status is an important consideration for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and flood insurance implications.
What is the neighborhood like around 9631 18th Bay Street?
East Ocean View is a walkable, close-knit beach community on Norfolk's north side with a mix of longtime residents and military families. The area has a casual, coastal character with local restaurants, fitness studios, and bay access all within a short walk.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know East Ocean View well — reach out to get a straight answer on what 9631 18th Bay Street means for your specific situation.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
966
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$329,999
Price / Sq Ft
$342
Annual Taxes
$2,000
Monthly Tax
$167
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.61%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 19, 2026 | $329,999 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $329,999 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 19, 2026.
Total Assessed
$280,700
Land
$163,000
Improvement
$117,700
Parcel ID: 1550660462
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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
Drive times to nearest basesDrive 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.
Estimate your monthly payment
$1,975/moPrincipal & interest
$1,712
Property tax
$167
Home insurance
$96
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 Better Homes & Gdns Ntv Am Grp · MLS# 10634797
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$329,999
9631 18th Bay ST, NORFOLK VA 23518
Norfolk, Virginia 23518
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