Why this home stands out
What sets 1161 Lawson Cove Circle apart is the combination of genuine square footage and a location that almost never lines up this well. Five bedrooms and 3,595 square feet give you real flexibility — home office, guest suite, playroom, whatever you need. The quarter-acre lot adds breathing room you won't find in tighter subdivisions, and the cul-de-sac street name signals a quieter, lower-traffic setting. All of this sits inside one of Virginia Beach's more established neighborhoods, minutes from the water and the base.
CYPRESS POINT and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Cypress Point is a well-established residential neighborhood in the Bayside area of Virginia Beach, developed primarily through the late 1980s and 1990s. The streets here have a settled, mature feel — larger lots, established trees, and homes with real architectural presence rather than the cookie-cutter sameness of newer subdivisions. If you've been browsing homes for sale virginia beach va and noticed that Cypress Point keeps appearing in searches, there's a reason: the neighborhood consistently delivers on space, access, and livability. Residents are close to both the Chesapeake Bay shoreline and the inland parks and waterways that define this part of the city. The Bayside district of Virginia Beach is served by city utilities, has no HOA in most sections, and sits in a part of town where neighbors tend to stay for years. That stability shows in how the streets look and feel — well-kept, active, and genuinely community-oriented.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Lawson Cove Circle. Food Lion and Dollar General are both within 0.8 miles for quick grocery runs, and Cypress Point Country Club is practically around the corner at 0.3 miles — a convenient option for dining or a round of golf. Craving something different? Lumpia Lane Food Truck and Suphan Thai Cuisine are both within 0.6 miles. For your morning coffee, you have three options within 0.8 miles: Happy Cafe, It Can Be Coffee Co, and 7-Eleven. Fitness is covered by ArrowFit Human Performance, FitnessVibes757, and Torch Yoga, all nearby. Lake Lawson, Cypress Point North Park, and Lawson Hall Park are all within 0.6 miles for outdoor time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Five minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story makes 1161 Lawson Cove Circle one of the most practical addresses in Virginia Beach for active-duty families. USCG Base Portsmouth is about 16 minutes out. The five-bedroom layout handles PCS moves with room to grow, and VA loan eligibility makes a 3,595-square-foot home on a quarter-acre lot genuinely attainable. BAH rates in this zip code align well with the price tier this neighborhood typically represents.
For families upgrading
If your current home has run out of room, 1161 Lawson Cove Circle answers the question. Five bedrooms and three full baths across 3,595 square feet means everyone gets their own space — and the quarter-acre lot gives kids and adults alike room to spread out outside. Cypress Point is the kind of neighborhood where you upgrade into and stay, with parks, dining, and everyday conveniences all within a short drive.
More buyer questions
How far is 1161 Lawson Cove Circle from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential neighborhoods to the base in Virginia Beach. Gate access via Shore Drive keeps the commute straightforward.
Is there an HOA in Cypress Point?
Many sections of Cypress Point do not carry a mandatory HOA, though this can vary by sub-section — it's worth confirming the specific status for this parcel during your due diligence.
What is the flood zone status for this address?
Flood zone designation for 1161 Lawson Cove Circle is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for this specific parcel.
How much living space does 1161 Lawson Cove Circle offer?
The home offers 3,595 square feet of finished living space across a five-bedroom, three-bath layout, built in 1990 on a 0.25-acre lot.
Where are the nearest parks to Lawson Cove Circle?
Lake Lawson, Cypress Point North Park, and Lawson Hall Park are all within 0.6 miles of the address, offering walkable outdoor access for the whole family.
Want to know more about 1161 Lawson Cove Circle or Cypress Point? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.
