Housing

Service members with eligible family members must check in with the Housing Service Center within 30 days of arrival. This does NOT obligate you to move into PPV housing. You may request a specific area based on your needs, requirements and eligibility entitlements. You will be placed in the appropriate housing area or wait list.
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The Unaccompanied Personnel Housing Offices (UPH) at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex house single sailors in pay grades E-1 thru E-4. Single service members who are E4 over 4 on both shore and sea duty are authorized to reside in the local community and be paid BAH. E4 under 4 stationed ashore and wanting to reside off base will stay in UPH barracks and be put on a waiting list until the UPH occupancy rate reaches 95%. At this point, E4 under 4 may be eligible to reside out in town and receive BAH entitlements. E3 and below are subject to the same rule as mentioned above with E4 having priority. Barracks restrictions include smoking and overnight guests. All guests must depart from the barracks by 10 p.m.

The phone number for Combined Bachelors Quarters is 757-433-3791 (Oceana) 757-492-6824 (Dam Neck)

Application Procedures

Service members will need to bring a valid ID card, orders, emergency contact name, and an address and phone number where the member can be reached. In addition, the member must bring an automobile license plate number, a contact number, work number and a copy of their most current LES.

Availability

Newly reporting officers may be afforded transient berthing for thirty (30) days at the NAS Oceana or Dam Neck Annex Navy Gateway Inns and Suites. Transient berthing is at market rates of and is on a space available basis. Pets are prohibited.

For reservations call 757-644-0708 for NAS Oceana and 757-644-3362 for Dam Neck Annex.

Off Base Housing

Single service members and geographic bachelors are strongly encouraged to check in with housing before starting an independent housing search. The Housing Service Center assists service members to find housing in the local. The Housing Service Center has listings of affordable apartments, condos and mobile homes as well as a database of available houses for rent. Most rental properties require a 6-12 month lease; be sure your lease includes a military clause. There are very few furnished apartments for rent. The Housing Service Center can help with lease screening, and tenant rights and relations. Service members should contact one of the Housing Service Centers to speak to a housing counselor for more information. Housing Service Centers are located at:

NSA Hampton Roads
Naval Station Norfolk
7924 14th Street
Bldg. SDA-337
Norfolk, VA 23505
757-445-2803
DSN 565-2803
Fax 757-444-1545
Hours: M-F: 0730 - 1600

JEB Little-Fort Story
2600 Tarawa Court
Bldg. 1602, Suite 105
Virginia Beach, VA 23459
757-462-8939
Fax: 757-462-1244
Hours: 0730 - 1600

Naval Air Station Oceana
1596 Tomcat Blvd.
Bldg. 280
Virginia Beach, VA 23460
757-433-3368/3268
DSN 433-3368
Fax 757-433-3310

Hours: M-F 0730-1600

NWS Yorktown
1970 Von Steuben Drive, Newport News, VA 23603
757-847-7806
DSN 953-7806
Toll-free 800-704-5488
Fax 757-847-7822
Hours: 0800-900, 1000-1700

Exceptional family members (EFM) in categories 4 and 5 are eligible for priority housing with control dates below the freeze zone (top 10% of any waitlist) Other EFM categories and situations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Some units are handicap accessible and available upon request. Adjustments may be made as necessary within houses in other areas. All housing is air conditioned. Generators are not part of the standard equipment offered privatized housing.

Exceptional family members (EFM) in categories 4 and 5 are eligible for priority housing with control dates below the freeze zone (top 10% of any waitlist) Other EFM categories and situations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Some units are handicap accessible and available upon request. Adjustments may be made as necessary within houses in other areas. All housing is air conditioned. Generators are not part of the standard equipment offered privatized housing.

Community Housing

Hampton Roads has a relatively high cost of living with average rental prices ranging from $850 - $2500 per month. Most rental properties require a first and sometimes last months rent for deposit. Many landlords require an additional pet deposit.

It is standard practice for landlords and property managers to run credit history/back ground checks on potential tenants. Negative findings may limit your rental options and make the rental process very difficult. Rental Options
Before negotiating a lease or mortgage contract, you are required to check-in with the Housing Service Center to have your orders endorsed as part of your check-in process. The office has a variety of services designed to help military families locate housing, whether they are renting or buying. The Housing Service Center maintains a database of rental listings.

The Housing Service Center is your contact for any problems you may encounter such as discrimination complaints, tenant/landlord disputes, or any questions or problems about off-base housing. The Housing Service Center will provide you a list of rentals and give you information regarding the communities in which the rentals are located. All renters should carry renters insurance against fire, theft and other damages. The property owner's insurance will cover the property but not the renter's personal property. Transfer coverage after you arrive.

In addition, Hampton Roads Navy Housing Referral Offices offers, Landlord Tenant Mediation, and a Showing Service. Take advantage of the resources available to you before you decide to sign a lease.

Purchase Options

The Housing Service Center offers Home Buying workshops and in conjunction with the Fleet and Family Support Center, facilitates Virginia Housing and Development Authority (VHDA) Homeownership workshop. The workshops educate the buyer on the process of purchasing a home, help with understanding financing, working with real estate agents and lenders as well as learning about home inspections. Be it a first time home buyer or a seasoned buyer - everyone can benefit from the combined local knowledge of the workshop leaders. These workshops are routinely presented. For a current schedule of workshops, contact the Housing Service Center ((757) 445-2832, 1-800-628-7510, DSN 565-2832) or your Fleet and Family Support Center.

Houses in Hampton Roads are relatively expensive with the average home sale hovering around $340,000. The housing market in Hampton Roads experiences the same trends as that of other areas. Because this is an area populated by military members there are always new members arriving who will want to purchase instead of rent.

Mobile Homes

There are no military owned mobile home parks on base.

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The Hampton Roads region has several housing areas. There are 18 enlisted housing areas with a total 3,902 units, six officers housing areas with a total of 226 units, and 37 flag officer units. The housing assignment is predicated on your needs and availability. Wait time can be as little as 0-3 months or as long as 18-24 months. For a current list of wait times, go to the Commander, Navy Installations Command website.

Community Housing

Hampton Roads has a relatively high cost of living with average rental prices ranging from $850-$2,500 a month. Most rental properties require a first month’s rent and sometimes last month’s rent for deposit. Many landlords require an additional pet deposit.

Rental Options

It is standard practice for landlords and property managers to run credit history/background checks on potential tenants. Negative findings may limit your rental options and make the rental process very difficult. Before negotiating a lease or mortgage contract, you are required to check in with the housing service center to have your orders endorsed as part of your check-in process. The office has a variety of services designed to help military families locate housing, whether you are renting or buying. The HSC maintains a database of rental listings.

The HSC is your contact for any problems you may encounter, including discrimination complaints, tenant/landlord disputes or any questions or problems about off-base housing. The HSC will provide you with a list of rentals and give you information regarding the communities in which the rentals are located. All renters should carry renters’ insurance against fire, theft and other damages. The property owner's insurance will cover the property but not the renter's personal property. Transfer coverage after you arrive.

In addition, the Hampton Roads Navy Housing Referral Office offers landlord tenant mediation and a showing service.

Take advantage of the resources available to you before you decide to sign a lease.

Purchase Options

The HSC offers home-buying workshops in conjunction with the Fleet and Family Support Center and facilitates the Virginia Housing and Development Authority’s homeownership workshop. The workshops educate the buyer on the process of purchasing a home, give help with understanding financing and talk about working with real estate agents and lenders, as well as learning about home inspections. Be it a first-time home buyer or a seasoned buyer, everyone can benefit from the combined local knowledge of the workshop leaders. These workshops are routinely presented. For a current schedule of workshops, contact the HSC at 757-445-2832, 800-628-7510 or DSN 565-2832 or your FFSC.

Houses in Hampton Roads are relatively expensive, with the average home sale price hovering around $340,000. The housing market in Hampton Roads experiences the same trends as that of other areas. Because this is an area populated by military members, there are always new members arriving who will want to purchase instead of rent.

Mobile Homes

There are no military-owned mobile home parks on base.

Public/Private Venture

Hampton Roads military families and eligible single service members with dependents may live in Private/Public Venture housing areas throughout the region. Housing is located in and around the base as well as in the local community.

All military personnel, married or single, reporting to sea or shore commands in the Hampton Roads area are required to report to the HSC prior to executing any agreement for nongovernment quarters. The HSC is authorized to maintain a signed acknowledgement of notification to military members of any housing areas restricted by sanction.

The Hampton Roads region has several housing areas. There are 18 enlisted housing areas with a total 3,902 units, six officers’ housing areas with a total of 226 units, and 37 flag officer units. The housing assignment is predicated upon your needs and availability. Wait time can be as little as 0-3 months, or as long as 18-24 months. For a current list of wait times, go to the Navy Housing website.

Priority of assignment to PPV housing is determined by the date of detachment (control date) from your last permanent duty station, provided you check in and apply for PPV housing within the first 30 days after your arrival. If you complete the application after the 30-day window, the control date becomes the date you turn in your application.

Policy

Two pets are allowed per family. No Chows, Doberman Pinschers, Perro de Presa Canarios, pit bulls, Rottweilers, wolf hybrids or any mixes thereof are permitted in PPV housing. No barnyard animals or exotic pets such as chickens, ducks, ferrets, rabbits and reptiles are allowed.