Ocean View Cottage: Incredible value just 3 blocks from the beach! This beautifully remodeled Ocean View cottage/Ranch blends coastal charm with modern updates. Enjoy an open layout, chef’s kitchen with new appliances, wine bar and pantry, new flooring, paint, and a stunning primary suite with double shower. Corner lot with 2 long driveways, attached garage, fenced backyard, large shed, and covered patio—perfect for grilling and relaxing. Watch July 4th fireworks or the St. Patty’s Day parade from your front porch. Roof, HVAC, and WH under 6 years old. No HOA, no flood insurance; tons of options to expand into the garage or huge walk-up attic. Great AirBnB potential. Minutes to bases, downtown, and I-64. Don’t miss this one!
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$390,700
215 W Balview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503
3beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
-- sqft lot
$399,200 Zestimate®
$260/sqft
$2,410 Estimated rent
Home value
$399,200
$371,000 - $427,000
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Ocean viewFenced backyardAttached garageLong drivewaysOpen layoutCovered patioDouble shower
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Nygaard,
Abrams Realty 757-644-3800
Bought with:
Kevin Warren
Broadsight Realty
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10593334
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Marble
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Att 1 Car, 4 Space, Driveway, On Street, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Picket,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Lot
- Features: Corner
Details
- Parcel number: 25527901
- Zoning: R-11
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Norfolk
- Subdivision: Ocean View
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,860 +14.3% | $313,800 +14.3% |
| 2024 | $3,378 +2.9% | $274,600 +4.6% |
| 2023 | $3,283 +7.9% | $262,600 +7.9% |
| 2022 | $3,041 +11.2% | $243,300 +11.2% |
| 2021 | $2,734 +3.7% | $218,700 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $2,636 +3% | $210,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $2,559 +3.6% | $204,700 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $2,469 -5.7% | $197,500 +0.8% |
| 2017 | $2,619 | $196,000 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $2,619 +387.4% | $195,500 |
| 2015 | $537 | $195,500 |
| 2014 | $537 | $195,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $195,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $195,500 -3.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $202,800 -1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $205,700 -6.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,100 -7.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $239,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $239,000 +24.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $192,500 +29.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $148,600 +17.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $126,200 +15.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $109,100 +5% |
| 2002 | -- | $103,900 +3.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $100,200 +4.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $95,790 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Ocean View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ocean View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Northside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Granby High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ocean View Elementary
- Middle: Northside Middle School
- High: Granby
Source: REIN Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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