Why this home stands out
What sets 103 48th Street apart is the rare combination of generous square footage and a location that puts the ocean essentially in your backyard. At over 3,100 square feet with four and a half baths, this 1958-built home offers room to spread out in a neighborhood where properties of this scale don't come up often. The North End's low-density, residential character means you get beach access without the shoulder-to-shoulder resort-strip energy.
NORTH END VA. BEACH and the Virginia Beach real estate market
The North End of Virginia Beach is one of the most sought-after stretches of the Mid-Atlantic coast — and for good reason. Unlike the busy commercial corridor further south, the North End is quieter, more residential, and defined by a genuine sense of community. Streets run perpendicular to the ocean, and the beach itself feels like a neighborhood amenity rather than a tourist destination. Buff's Garden is literally 0.1 miles away, and the Cavalier Grand Lawn is half a mile down the road, giving the area a park-like feel even in the middle of a beach city. People who search for houses for sale Virginia Beach and land here often stop looking — the combination of walkable beach access, mature surroundings, and proximity to everything Virginia Beach offers is genuinely hard to beat. The city itself is the largest in Virginia by population, with a diverse economy anchored by tourism, defense, and a growing tech sector, yet the North End manages to feel like a small coastal town within it.
What's nearby
Daily life at 103 48th Street is remarkably easy. Orion's Roof, Tulu Seaside Bar & Grill, and The Deck Seagrill & Bar are all within half a mile, so dinner options are never far. We Scream Ice Cream and Coffee Shop and The Green Cat Juice Bar & Market handle your morning and afternoon coffee runs, while a 7-Eleven is just 0.6 miles away for quick grabs. TASTE covers grocery needs at 0.8 miles. When it's time to move your body, Hillier Ignite Fitness Park is under a mile out, and Surf Beach Club is just 0.6 miles away for water-side recreation.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is just nine minutes from 103 48th Street, and Dam Neck Annex is twelve — making this address genuinely practical for active-duty households. The square footage supports a family that needs room to breathe during deployments and reunions alike. A VA loan can make a home at this price point more accessible, and BAH rates for the Virginia Beach area are competitive for E-6 and above.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space and want a home that can grow with your family, 103 48th Street delivers. Three bedrooms, four and a half baths, and over 3,100 square feet give everyone room to claim their own corner — and the North End's walkable, low-traffic streets make it the kind of neighborhood where kids actually go outside. The beach is steps away, and that never gets old.
More buyer questions
How far is 103 48th Street from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately nine minutes from 103 48th Street by car, making it one of the more convenient off-base options for personnel stationed there. Dam Neck Annex is about twelve minutes in the same direction.
What is the North End of Virginia Beach like as a neighborhood?
The North End is a quieter, more residential stretch of Virginia Beach's oceanfront — lower density than the resort strip, with a strong sense of community and direct beach access that feels more like a neighborhood amenity than a tourist attraction.
Is 103 48th Street in a flood zone?
Given its proximity to the ocean, flood zone status is an important consideration for this address — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance.
How walkable is 103 48th Street?
Very walkable for a beach neighborhood. Restaurants, a coffee shop, a juice bar, and a small park are all within half a mile, and the Atlantic Ocean is essentially at the end of the block.
What year was 103 48th Street built and how big is it?
The home was built in 1958 and offers 3,108 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms — a substantial footprint for the North End.
Want to know more about 103 48th Street or the North End? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail — reach out today.
