Exceptional Middle Plantation living awaits in this custom built residence, where striking architectural scale meets extraordinary indoor and outdoor living. Built in 1996 with impressive attention to detail, this home features 10 foot ceilings, beautiful millwork, expansive living spaces and captivating treed marsh and deep water views. The versatile floor plan offers 2 luxurious primary suites, one on the main level and another upstairs. The entire 3rd floor creates an exceptional private retreat with a spacious media room or 5th BR, complete with its own full bath and closet. Multiple levels of Trex decking extend living outdoors to an inviting outdoor kitchen and breathtaking natural surroundings. The remarkable 7 car garage offers abundant room for vehicles, storage and more. Recent improvements include new high efficiency HVAC systems for the 2nd and 3rd floors, renovated 2nd floor primary bath with added laundry hookups, new refrigerator and 2020 water heater. A truly remarkable property. ASSUMABLE VA LOAN AT 2.75%!
Listing courtesy of Kathy Howell-Humphreys · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10652936
Chapter · The Water
Life on the water
The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Bulkhead, Deep Water, Marsh, Tidal.
Frontage
Marsh · Tidal ✓ VERIFIED
Shoreline
Bulkheaded
Access
Deep-water access
Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed
Facts & features
TypeResidential
Year built1996
Price / sqft$270
HOANone
Taxes$10,889/yr
CountyVirginia Beach VA
WaterfrontYes
MLS #10652936
Interior
Bedrooms
5
Full baths
4
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
5,000
Stories
3
Flooring
Marble, Vinyl, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
10
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Foyer, In-Law Suite, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Porch, Sun Room, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Backup Generator, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys
Five bedrooms, four-plus baths, and 5,000 square feet of living space in Virginia Beach. Built in 1996, this home sits just nine minutes from NAS Oceana. You'll find homes for sale in Virginia Beach across many neighborhoods; this one offers room to spread out.
This is a substantial five-bedroom home with over 5,000 square feet—plenty of space for a multi-car garage, dedicated rooms, and flexible layouts. The 1996 construction means solid bones and a floor plan built for real living. Nine minutes to NAS Oceana and eleven to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story make the commute straightforward. If you're comparing Virginia Beach homes for sale, the size and proximity to both bases set this one apart.
MIDDLE PLANTATION and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Dartford Mews sits in a residential pocket of Virginia Beach, surrounded by tree-lined streets and established homes. The area has the feel of a settled neighborhood where people stay put. Virginia Beach itself is a sprawling military-connected city with Naval Station Norfolk about 25 minutes south, NAS Oceana minutes away, and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story just down the road. Daily life centers on shopping corridors, parks, and waterfront access across the city's 250 square miles. The neighborhood sits close enough to downtown Norfolk for evening outings, yet far enough to feel removed from urban density. Schools here serve homes for sale zoned for First Colonial High School and homes for sale zoned for Kingston Elementary School. Getting around Virginia Beach means a car; the city is built for driving, with major routes like Military Highway and Virginia Beach Boulevard threading through.
What's nearby
Middle Plantation and Bishop's Gate Neighborhood Park sits just 0.4 miles away—a short walk for playground time and open green space. Brill Field is another park option at 0.9 miles. For dining, Raised&Braised restaurant is 0.7 miles, and Si2healthcare is 0.9 miles. The neighborhood has the convenience of suburban retail and food without feeling cramped. You're close enough to grab what you need, far enough to have breathing room.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Nine minutes to NAS Oceana and eleven to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story means a short, predictable commute. VA loan financing is common in this zip code and nearby. The five-bedroom layout and 5,000 square feet give you room to settle in without a long search.
Room to grow
Five bedrooms and four-plus baths mean everyone gets space. The 5,000-square-foot floor plan handles a multi-car garage, dedicated home office, and flexible living areas. A 1996-built home on an established street offers the room to grow without starting from scratch.
More buyer questions
How far is 1017 Dartford Mews from NAS Oceana?
About nine minutes by car. The commute is straightforward, with direct routes from the neighborhood.
What's the distance to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
Eleven minutes by car, making it convenient for personnel stationed there.
Are there parks nearby?
Yes. Middle Plantation and Bishop's Gate Neighborhood Park is 0.4 miles away, and Brill Field is 0.9 miles.
What restaurants are close by?
Raised&Braised is 0.7 miles away, and Si2healthcare is 0.9 miles. Both are easy drives from the home.
Is this neighborhood walkable?
It's a car-dependent area typical of Virginia Beach suburbs. The neighborhood itself is quiet and residential, best explored by vehicle.
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Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.
How Far Is?
Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.
Also nearby
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NAS Oceana
Navy
26min·11.1mi
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Little Creek
Navy
25min·11.7mi
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Dam Neck
Navy
27min·13.7mi
🚢
USCG Finance Ctr
Coast Guard
24min·17.4mi
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
23min·15.4mi
Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.
Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515531
Low / Moderate Risk
FEMA flood zone
X (low to moderate risk)
Base flood elevation
Not applicable in low-risk zones
Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.
Property elevation
12 ft above sea level
USGS 3DEP digital elevation model
Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.
Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.
Middle Plantation is a settled area in Little Neck, in central Virginia Beach. It sits near Lynnhaven Bay. The Thalia and Lynnhaven Shores areas lie on either side.
$1.14MMedian sale · 12 mo
$280Sold $/sq ft
3dDays on market
2For sale now
$229KHH income
87.3%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing. The calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.
Estimate your monthly payment
$8,306/mo
Principal & interest
$7,005
Property tax
$907
Home insurance
$394
PMI
None
HOA/Condo (paid separately)
None
Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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.
Value & historyComparables
Price context: similar nearby homes$1,175,000 – $2,700,000The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
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Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.
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Questions buyers ask
Is 1017 Dartford Mews in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Kingston Elementary (VaHome School Score 9.4/10), Lynnhaven Middle (VaHome School Score 6.6/10), First Colonial (VaHome School Score 8.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1017 Dartford Mews in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is 1017 Dartford Mews a waterfront property?
Yes. The listing record shows: Bulkhead,Deep Water,Marsh,Tidal.
Does 1017 Dartford Mews have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1017 Dartford Mews built?
It was built in 1996, per the listing record.
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Listing courtesy of Kathy Howell-Humphreys · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10652936
1017 Dartford Mews, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452 · MLS #10652936 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.
