Why this home stands out
THOROUGHGOOD is one of Virginia Beach's most architecturally distinctive neighborhoods, and Wakefield Drive sits comfortably within that character. Homes here were built with generous lots, mature trees, and a sense of permanence that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. At 1,812 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, 1306 Wakefield gives you real, livable space in a neighborhood that has genuinely earned its reputation.
THOROUGHGOOD and the Virginia Beach real estate market
THOROUGHGOOD carries a quiet confidence that sets it apart from much of Virginia Beach. The neighborhood takes its name from Adam Thoroughgood, one of colonial Virginia's earliest settlers, and that sense of deep roots shows in the landscape — winding streets, tall oaks, and homes that were built to last. It sits in the northern reaches of Virginia Beach, close to the Lynnhaven River and a short drive from the Chesapeake Bay. If you've ever searched for a sajo farms vet va beach and found yourself in this part of the city, you already know the area has a grounded, community-feel that keeps people here for decades. Virginia Beach as a whole offers a rare combination: oceanfront recreation, a strong military economy, and genuinely varied neighborhoods ranging from the Oceanfront resort strip to quiet inland enclaves like this one. THOROUGHGOOD lands squarely in the latter category — residential, established, and easy to call home.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 1306 Wakefield Drive. Groceries are covered in multiple directions: Lidl is half a mile away, Harris Teeter is just 0.6 miles out, and Tienda Murido Latino Mart adds international options at 0.7 miles. When you'd rather skip cooking, The Pizzeria is only 0.3 miles away, and Nara Sushi is a 0.4-mile trip. Colattao Coffee House at 0.4 miles handles your morning routine with a local touch. For fitness, HOTWORX Virginia Beach Haygood is 0.5 miles from your front door. Haygood Point Park at 0.9 miles gives you green space and waterfront access when you need to decompress.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Six minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story makes 1306 Wakefield Drive a practical choice for active-duty households. NAS Oceana is 14 minutes out, so dual-military couples have real flexibility. THOROUGHGOOD's stable, established character means you're not trading quality for convenience — and a VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward. BAH rates for this zip code align well with the northern Virginia Beach market.
For families upgrading
If you're ready to trade a smaller footprint for something with real breathing room, 1306 Wakefield Drive delivers 1,812 square feet in a neighborhood where the streets are quiet and the trees are tall. Three bedrooms and two and a half baths give a growing household the space it needs, and THOROUGHGOOD's established community feel means you're buying into a neighborhood with staying power — not just a house.
More buyer questions
How far is 1306 Wakefield Drive from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive from 1306 Wakefield Drive to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story takes approximately 6 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base options for service members stationed there.
How far is 1306 Wakefield Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly 14 minutes from Wakefield Drive, a manageable commute for personnel assigned to the base.
What is the THOROUGHGOOD neighborhood like in Virginia Beach?
THOROUGHGOOD is an established, tree-lined neighborhood in northern Virginia Beach known for its winding streets, mature landscaping, and homes built primarily in the 1970s and 1980s — it has a distinctly settled, community-oriented character that attracts long-term residents.
Is 1306 Wakefield Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate assessment.
Does 1306 Wakefield Drive have an HOA?
THOROUGHGOOD does have a homeowners association; specific fee details and governing documents are available through the listing and can be confirmed during the due-diligence period.
Curious whether 1306 Wakefield Drive fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk through it.
