Why this home stands out
What sets 1061 Birnam Woods Drive apart is its combination of generous square footage for a home of its era, a four-bedroom layout that gives everyone their own space, and a location that sits within a short drive of both the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The surrounding streets carry the mature, settled character that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate — established trees, wider lots, and neighbors who tend to stay.
BIRNAM WOODS and the Virginia Beach real estate market
The 23464 zip code sits in the southwestern inland pocket of Virginia Beach, a part of the city that trades oceanfront flash for genuine livability. Streets here were built out in the 1970s and early 1980s, which means the landscaping has had decades to mature and the lots feel roomier than anything coming out of recent development. It's a practical, unpretentious corner of Virginia Beach — the kind of place where people put down roots and stay. If you've been browsing open houses Virginia Beach has to offer across multiple neighborhoods, this zip code tends to surprise people who assumed all the value was closer to the water. Day-to-day life runs smoothly here: grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants are all within a few minutes, and the interstate network connecting you to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and the rest of Hampton Roads is genuinely close. Virginia Beach as a whole brings the bonus of no state income tax on military pay, solid city services, and a coastline that's always within reach when you want it.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Birnam Woods Drive. A Walmart Supercenter and multiple grocery options are within two miles, and you'll find a mix of national chains and local spots for dining along South Independence Boulevard and Kempsville Road. Pharmacies, urgent care clinics, and a range of retail are all close by. For outdoor time, the Chesapeake Beach area and several city parks provide green space without a long drive. The Virginia Beach Amphitheater and the broader Town Center district are both reachable in under twenty minutes, giving you entertainment options well beyond the immediate neighborhood.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and thirteen to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — 1061 Birnam Woods Drive puts two major installations within easy reach. A VA loan can make this four-bedroom layout even more accessible, and the established neighborhood means you're moving into a community with real staying power, not a brand-new development still finding its footing.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and nearly 2,000 square feet give a growing family genuine room to breathe. The 1977 build means the bones are solid and the lot is mature, and the southwest Virginia Beach location keeps you close to everything without the density of newer corridors. If you've been eyeing new homes for sale Virginia Beach builders are putting up, it's worth comparing what this square footage and lot character deliver at this address.
More buyer questions
How far is 1061 Birnam Woods Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 13 minutes from 1061 Birnam Woods Drive under normal traffic conditions. The route runs primarily via I-264 or Indian River Road, giving you a couple of practical options depending on the time of day.
How far is 1061 Birnam Woods Drive from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 9 minutes away, making this address one of the more convenient options in Virginia Beach for personnel assigned there.
What is the lot and home size at 1061 Birnam Woods Drive?
The home offers 1,926 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and two full baths, built in 1977 on a residential lot in the established 23464 zip code of Virginia Beach.
Is 1061 Birnam Woods Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's always worth reviewing before making decisions on any Virginia Beach property.
What grocery stores and everyday services are near 1061 Birnam Woods Drive?
A Walmart Supercenter and several grocery options are within roughly two miles, and South Independence Boulevard and Kempsville Road both offer pharmacies, dining, and retail within a short drive.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to talk through what 1061 Birnam Woods Drive could look like for your situation.
