Why this home stands out
Half an acre inside the city limits is genuinely rare, and Birdneck Point is one of the few Virginia Beach neighborhoods where lots like this still exist on quiet, tree-lined streets. Add 5,590 square feet spread across five bedrooms and four and a half baths in a home with more than six decades of bones, and you have a property that rewards buyers who value space, privacy, and the kind of scale that simply isn't being built in this zip code anymore.
BIRDNECK POINT and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Birdneck Point sits in the southern reaches of Virginia Beach, tucked between the Atlantic Ocean shoreline and the inland waterways that define this stretch of the Tidewater coast. Streets here are wide, lots are deep, and the neighborhood carries the unhurried character of a community that has been well-loved for generations. Neighbors tend to stay — and that stability shows in the landscaping, the upkeep, and the quiet pride of ownership you feel on every block. Virginia Beach itself wraps around Birdneck Point with all the amenities of a major coastal city: the Oceanfront boardwalk, Town Center, and a dining and arts scene that punches well above the weight of a typical suburb. Families comparing homes for sale in Virginia Beach often find that this corner of the 23451 zip code offers a rare combination — genuine neighborhood identity, proximity to the beach, and access to the city's full range of services without the density that comes with living closer to the resort strip.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Tanager Trail. Food Lion and DG Market are both within 0.7 miles for grocery runs, and a quick bite is never far — Pizza Hut, Quemar, and Smoke Shack are all within a third of a mile. Coffee before work is covered by Dunkin' at 0.7 miles and McDonald's at 0.5. For fitness, GoodGood Studio, Coastal Pilates and Yoga, and Corrective Kinesiology Health and Fitness are all within walking distance at 0.3 miles. Seatack North Park is right around the corner at 0.3 miles, and Tidewater Veterans Memorial Park is less than a mile away — a meaningful landmark for military families in the area.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is six minutes from the front door, and Dam Neck Annex is nine — two of the most active installations in Hampton Roads, both within a short commute. For service members weighing a VA loan purchase, the combination of a half-acre lot, five bedrooms, and that kind of base access is a rare find. Tidewater Veterans Memorial Park is less than a mile away, a small but meaningful detail for families who appreciate that kind of community.
For families upgrading
Five bedrooms and 5,590 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out — dedicated space for a home office, a guest suite, and still have bedrooms left over. The half-acre lot means kids have real outdoor space, not just a postage-stamp yard. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Cox High School and homes for sale zoned for Linkhorn Park Elementary School will find that Birdneck Point sits in a well-regarded attendance zone with strong community roots.
More buyer questions
How far is 1252 Tanager Trail from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately six minutes from 1252 Tanager Trail, making this one of the closest residential neighborhoods to the base. Dam Neck Annex is about nine minutes in the opposite direction.
What zip code is 1252 Tanager Trail in?
The property is in zip code 23451, one of the most sought-after zip codes in Virginia Beach — if you're browsing homes for sale in 23451, Birdneck Point consistently stands out for its lot sizes and neighborhood character.
Is 1252 Tanager Trail in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
What is the lot size at 1252 Tanager Trail?
The lot is 0.5494 acres — just over a half acre — which is unusually generous for an in-city Virginia Beach address and one of the defining features of the Birdneck Point neighborhood.
How old is the home at 1252 Tanager Trail?
The home was built in 1961, giving it more than six decades of history in one of Virginia Beach's most established neighborhoods. Homes of this era in Birdneck Point often feature solid construction and lot dimensions that newer subdivisions simply don't replicate.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Birdneck Point well — reach out to get the full picture on 1252 Tanager Trail and what it takes to make it yours.
