NOT LISTED FOR SALE

778 W Ocean View Ave Norfolk, VA 23503

Willoughby Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $682,000 - $1,228,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,500 Sq Ft
$170/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 22, 2015

Last sale price $595,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,926/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 50 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Ocean View
  • Public Water Access
  • 2-minute walk to Captains Quarters Nature Center And Park

About This Home

As of June 2015

Luxury living on Norfolk Beachfront! Stunning 180 degree view north on Chesapeake Bay, Thimble Shoals Lighthouse, Old Fort Monroe, Mouth of the James River and Hampton Roads. View ship traffic from 6th level deck! 1915 home completely rebuilt with exquisite craftsmanship, thoughtfully conceived and executed in every detail. Lender requires all offer submissions be placed at Hubzu site.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ernest Dill

Samson Properties License #0225196087 Listed on: 11/04/2014

Samson Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Member

Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,863

Year Built

  • Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2002

Lot Details

  • 6,369 Sq Ft Lot
  • 50 Feet of Waterfront
  • Sandy Beach
  • Public Beach
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • The property's topography is level
  • Property is in very good condition
  • The community has rules related to exclusive easements

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • River
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Bump-Outs
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 5,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Casement Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Improved Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Solar Tube

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Property is near an ocean
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Sail
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Multiple Balconies
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Multiple Phone Lines
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number A010016 09902600

Community Details

Recreation

  • Fishing Allowed

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,863

Year Built

Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2002

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Parking Included In ListPrice,Parking Included In SalePrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Year Renovated: 2002
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Oven - Self Cleaning, Six Burner Stove, Oven/Range - Gas, Trash Compactor
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchen - Island, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Solar Tube(s), Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Casement, Double Pane, Insulated
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, High, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Hall
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Exercise Room, Great Room, In-Law/AuPair/Suite, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Workshop
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Improved, Unfinished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 5500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5500
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 113.64
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 778

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Hardiplank Type
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Bump-Outs, Satellite Dish
  • Roof: Composite, Shingle
  • View: Ocean, River, Scenic Vista, Water
  • Water Access Features: Public Beach, Public Access, Fishing Allowed, Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Sail
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Body Name: CHESAPEAKE BAY
  • Water Body Type: Ocean
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 50

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Parking Space Number Assigned: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System, Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas, Central
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Fire Detection System, Non-Monitored, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Multiple Phone Lines, Under Ground, Dsl Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 6369
  • Lot Dimensions: LotLength:150 X LotWidth:50
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6369.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Balcony, Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Sandy
  • Topography: Level
  • Year Assessed: 2014
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: A010016 09902600
  • Close Date: 06/22/2015

Multi Family

  • Dock Slip Conveyance: None Available
  • Mean Low Water Feet: 11
  • Waterfront Features: Exclusive Easement, Sandy Beach

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2023
Sold by
Bieszczad Ronald
Bought by
Bieszczad Revocable Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
$936,761

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 2016
Sold by
Delray Properties Inc A Virginia Corpora
Bought by
Ruley Glenn N

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2014
Closed on
Jun 19, 2015
Sold by
Herritt Stephen E and Herritt Linda
Bought by
Bieszczad Ronald and Bieszczad Denise
Seller's Agent
Ernest Dill
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Member
Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2011
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Herritt Jason R
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bieszczad Revocable Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Ruley Glenn N -- None Available
Bieszczad Ronald $595,000 Attorney
Herritt Jason R $54,900 Servicelink
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bieszczad Ronald $434,500
Previous Owner Herritt Stephen $832,500
Previous Owner Herritt Stephen E $400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/22/2015 06/22/15 Sold $595,000 -4.8% $108 / Sq Ft
03/29/2015 03/29/15 Price Changed $625,000 -30.2% $114 / Sq Ft
02/27/2015 02/27/15 Price Changed $895,000 +43.2% $163 / Sq Ft
11/29/2014 11/29/14 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2014 11/04/14 For Sale $625,000 -- $114 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,863 $801,900 $312,600 $489,300
2023 $8,910 $712,800 $312,600 $400,200
2022 $8,681 $694,500 $312,600 $381,900
2021 $7,838 $627,000 $303,500 $323,500
2020 $7,719 $617,500 $294,000 $323,500
2019 $7,518 $601,400 $294,000 $307,400
2018 $7,493 $599,400 $309,500 $289,900
2017 $6,215 $540,400 $258,000 $282,400
2016 $6,157 $751,200 $420,000 $331,200
2015 $8,320 $751,200 $420,000 $331,200
2014 $8,320 $751,200 $420,000 $331,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ernest Dill

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Ernest Dill

    Samson Properties

    (540) 841-1825

    70 Total Sales

    Ernest Dill
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Non Member Member

    Metropolitan Regional Information Systems

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003244070

Bright MLS

APN: 09902600

Virginia Norfolk City County Norfolk 23503 Willoughby

778 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA

This home is located at 778 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503 since 04 November 2014 and is currently estimated at $936,761, approximately $170 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 778 W Ocean View Ave is a home located in Norfolk City with nearby schools including Ocean View Elementary School, Northside Middle School, and Granby High School.

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