Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is the combination of military-base proximity and everyday convenience that's genuinely hard to beat in this price tier. Dam Neck Annex is a four-minute drive, NAS Oceana is eight, and a full roster of groceries, restaurants, parks, and a gym are all within a mile. Culver Park is literally two-tenths of a mile away — practically your backyard.
OCEAN LAKES and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Ocean Lakes is one of Virginia Beach's most established residential communities, developed through the 1980s and 1990s along the southern corridor of the city. Streets here are quiet and curvilinear, lots are well-kept, and neighbors tend to put down roots — you'll notice mature trees lining many of the cul-de-sacs, including Gershwin CT itself. The area sits comfortably between the oceanfront energy of the resort strip and the calmer, suburban pace of the Red Mill corridor. Golfers will recognize that the heron ridge golf club virginia beach va is just a short drive away, making weekend tee times genuinely effortless. Virginia Beach as a whole offers a lifestyle that's hard to replicate — oceanfront parks, a robust restaurant scene, and year-round outdoor activity. Ocean Lakes feeds into that larger energy while keeping things grounded at the neighborhood level. It's the kind of place where you know your neighbors' names and kids ride bikes to the park without a second thought.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Gershwin CT. Lidl is 0.6 miles away for quick grocery runs, and Food Lion — with its on-site pharmacy — is just 0.9 miles out. Hungry after a long day? Fuddruckers, Gran Maya Mexican Grill, and Arby's are all within 0.6 miles. Town Center Cold Pressed Red Mill is your closest coffee stop at 0.7 miles, and a 7-Eleven covers late-night needs at 0.9 miles. Onelife Fitness - Red Mill is 0.6 miles away for workouts. For fresh air, Culver Park is a two-minute walk at 0.2 miles, with Upton Estates Park and Old Dam Neck Park both reachable in under half a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is four minutes from the front door — one of the shortest commutes you'll find anywhere in Virginia Beach. NAS Oceana adds a second option at eight minutes. For military families weighing BAH and base proximity, this address checks both boxes without compromise. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward, and the stable Ocean Lakes neighborhood is the kind of place families return to after every PCS.
For first-time buyers
If you're searching for a house for sale virginia beach that won't overwhelm you — in size, in upkeep, or in location complexity — 1089 Gershwin CT is worth a close look. At 1,313 square feet, it's manageable without feeling cramped. The lot is small enough to maintain easily, the neighborhood is established and calm, and everything you need day-to-day is under a mile away. It's a practical, comfortable entry point into Virginia Beach homeownership.
More buyer questions
How far is 1089 Gershwin CT from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately 4 minutes by car from 1089 Gershwin CT, making it one of the closest residential streets to the base in Virginia Beach. That kind of proximity is relatively rare and tends to be a significant draw for personnel stationed there.
How far is 1089 Gershwin CT from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is about 8 minutes from this address, giving households with personnel at either installation a genuinely short commute from a single home.
What is the Ocean Lakes neighborhood like in Virginia Beach?
Ocean Lakes is a well-established, primarily residential neighborhood developed in the 1980s and 1990s in the southern part of Virginia Beach. It's known for mature landscaping, quiet streets, and a strong sense of community, with easy access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation.
Is 1089 Gershwin CT in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
Are there parks near 1089 Gershwin CT?
Yes — Culver Park is just 0.2 miles away, essentially walkable from the front door. Upton Estates Park and Old Dam Neck Park are both within 0.4 miles, giving you multiple green-space options within easy reach.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ocean Lakes and the Virginia Beach military corridor well. Reach out to get a straightforward conversation about this address and what it could mean for you.
