Why this home stands out
What sets 1000 S Bay Shore Drive apart is the combination of scale and land that's genuinely hard to find this close to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. At 0.74 acres, the lot gives you room to breathe — space for a pool, a garden, a fire pit setup, or simply a backyard that doesn't feel like a postage stamp. Pair that with over 3,600 square feet of interior space across four bedrooms and two and a half baths, and you have a home that can grow with you.
BAY COLONY and the Virginia Beach real estate market
S Bay Shore Drive sits in one of Virginia Beach's most storied residential pockets, where mid-century homes on generous lots line quiet streets just inland from the Atlantic shore. The area carries a relaxed, established feel — mature trees, wide lots, and neighbors who tend to stay for decades. Virginia Beach itself is one of the largest cities by land area in the country, and this address puts you squarely in the part of the city that most people picture when they hear the name: close to the water, close to the energy of the Oceanfront resort strip, but tucked into a genuinely residential setting where things stay calm. The city's year-round amenities — the Boardwalk, First Landing State Park, the Town Center dining scene, and miles of Atlantic coastline — are all accessible without a long drive. It's a city that rewards people who want both outdoor lifestyle and urban convenience, and this address delivers both.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life flows easily from this address. Bay Colony Park is just 0.4 miles away — a quick walk for morning routines or afternoon wind-downs. When you're ready to eat out, Becca Restaurant & Garden and the Hunt Room are both under a mile away, giving you solid dining options without crossing town. The Cavalier Grand Lawn, roughly a mile out, adds another green-space anchor to the neighborhood's outdoor fabric. Grocery runs, pharmacies, and the broader retail corridor along Pacific and Atlantic Avenues are all within a short drive, keeping errands from eating up your day.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to NAS Oceana and twelve to Dam Neck Annex — this address is one of the stronger commute positions available in Virginia Beach for dual-base households. A VA loan can make a home at this size and lot scale more accessible than many families expect, and the established neighborhood means you're moving into a community with roots, not a turnover zone.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms, 3,638 square feet, and nearly three-quarters of an acre give a growing family genuine room to spread out — inside and out. Whether that means a dedicated home office, a playroom that isn't also the living room, or a backyard large enough for a swing set and still have space left over, this home has the footprint to make it happen without feeling like you're constantly bumping into each other.
More buyer questions
How far is 1000 S Bay Shore Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately 8 minutes away by car, making this one of the more convenient residential addresses in Virginia Beach for personnel stationed there. Dam Neck Annex is about 12 minutes in the other direction.
What is the lot size at 1000 S Bay Shore Drive?
The lot measures 0.74 acres — a notably large parcel for this part of Virginia Beach, where most residential lots run considerably smaller.
Is 1000 S Bay Shore Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check that section for the most accurate designation.
What year was 1000 S Bay Shore Drive built?
The home was built in 1960, placing it in the mid-century era when this part of Virginia Beach was developing into one of its premier residential corridors.
Are there parks near 1000 S Bay Shore Drive?
Yes — Bay Colony Park is just 0.4 miles away, and Cavalier Grand Lawn is about a mile out, giving the immediate area a strong outdoor-access profile for a residential neighborhood this close to the Oceanfront.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get a straightforward conversation about this address and what it could mean for your next move.
