4 days on market
$825,000
1417 Franklin Dr
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454
MLS# 10631732 · ALANTON · Virginia Beach VA
Updated May 15, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$5,077/mo
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Price / sq ft
$404
2,042 sq ft
Days on market
4
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1963
63 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,042
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryAlanton Elementary School8/10
- MiddleLynnhaven Middle School7/10
- 7/10
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About this home
Beautiful one-level brick ranch on quiet street in sought-after Alanton on half-acre backing to Alanton Woods. This light-filled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an open, airy floor plan with great flow, a spacious sunroom, cathedral ceiling and skylights that boast inviting indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy an amazing front porch and private backyard with mature landscaping, a deck and a concrete patio with propane fire pit…
Listed by Scott Meredith · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
1417 Franklin Drive sits on a generous half-acre in Alanton, one of Virginia Beach's most quietly established neighborhoods. The 1963-built, 2,042-square-foot home offers three bedrooms, two baths, and a lot size that's genuinely rare this close to the oceanfront corridor.
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Why this home stands out
Half-acre lots in Virginia Beach are hard to come by, and Franklin Drive delivers one right inside Alanton's tree-lined streets. The 1963 construction means solid bones, generous room proportions, and a yard with real depth — the kind of outdoor space that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. Add nine minutes to NAS Oceana and you have a combination of space, maturity, and location that's tough to beat in this zip code.
ALANTON and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Alanton is one of those neighborhoods that locals talk about in hushed, appreciative tones. Developed primarily in the late 1950s and 1960s, it carries the hallmarks of mid-century Virginia Beach planning: wide lots, mature hardwood canopies, and a genuine sense of community that newer master-planned developments spend years trying to manufacture. The streets feel unhurried, neighbors tend to know each other, and the overall character leans toward established and unpretentious. If you've been searching for a house virginia beach va residents actually want to stay in for decades, Alanton consistently makes that short list. Sitting in the Princess Anne Hills area of Virginia Beach, the neighborhood is tucked between the Linkhorn Bay waterway and the broader resort city, giving residents easy access to both the beach and the everyday commercial corridors along Virginia Beach Boulevard and Shore Drive. Virginia Beach as a city wraps around Alanton with all the infrastructure you'd expect — parks, recreation centers, and a road network that connects you to the rest of Hampton Roads without much friction.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Franklin Drive. Grocery runs to the nearby Farm Fresh or Harris Teeter on Virginia Beach Boulevard take under ten minutes. Coffee options along Shore Drive and the Hilltop area are a short drive north or west. Linkhorn Park and the adjacent bay offer walking paths and water views just minutes from the front door. The Oceanfront boardwalk is roughly fifteen minutes east, and Heron Ridge Golf Course is an easy drive for anyone who wants eighteen holes without leaving Virginia Beach. Dam Neck Annex sits fourteen minutes south, and NAS Oceana is nine minutes away — making the whole base corridor genuinely accessible from this address.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to NAS Oceana and fourteen to Dam Neck Annex puts 1417 Franklin Drive squarely in the sweet spot for active-duty households. Alanton's half-acre lots mean room for a family to spread out, and the neighborhood's stability makes it the kind of place where a VA loan and a long-term mindset both make sense. BAH rates for the Virginia Beach area align well with what this zip code offers in terms of space and quality.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes with a story — real yard space, rooms that weren't designed by an algorithm, and a neighborhood that's been quietly excellent for sixty-plus years — Alanton is worth your attention. The 1963 construction at 1417 Franklin Drive means architectural proportions you don't find in new builds, and the heron ridge golf course virginia beach proximity adds a leisure dimension that fits the unhurried pace of this corner of the city.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1417 Franklin Drive from NAS Oceana?
The drive from 1417 Franklin Drive to NAS Oceana runs approximately nine minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential neighborhoods to the base in this part of Virginia Beach.
How far is 1417 Franklin Drive from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is roughly fourteen minutes south of Franklin Drive, an easy commute that keeps this address practical for personnel assigned to either installation.
What is the Alanton neighborhood like in Virginia Beach?
Alanton is an established mid-century neighborhood characterized by large lots, mature trees, and a quiet residential atmosphere — it developed primarily in the late 1950s and 1960s and has maintained a stable, community-oriented character ever since.
Is 1417 Franklin Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Does 1417 Franklin Drive have an HOA?
Alanton is generally a non-HOA neighborhood, though it's always worth confirming current deed restrictions or any voluntary civic association participation with your agent prior to closing.
Ready to walk Franklin Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Alanton well — reach out and let's set up a visit at your pace.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,042
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Washer, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$825,000
Price / Sq Ft
$404
Annual Taxes
$6,673
Monthly Tax
$556
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.81%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 15, 2026 | $825,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $825,000 | — |
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About buying in Virginia Beach
Homes for sale in Virginia Beach, VA span every price point and lifestyle — from oceanfront condos along the famous Boardwalk to sprawling waterfront estates on the Lynnhaven River and Linkhorn Bay. As the largest city in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach offers an unusually varied real estate market: established family neighborhoods in Great Neck (ZIP 23454), golf-course communities in Kempsville (23464), modern townhomes near Town Center (23462), and beach-cottage living along Sandbridge (23456). Whether you're searching for a starter home under $300K, a family home in a top-rated school district, or a luxury property north of $2 million, the active MLS inventory updates daily here. Buyer demand stays strong year-round, driven by Virginia Beach's mild coastal climate, the consistently top-ranked Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Kempsville High, Floyd E. Kellam High, Princess Anne High, and Cox High among them), and the city's role as home to Naval Air Station Oceana — the largest master jet base in the country. Military families relocating here through PCS orders make up a meaningful share of buyers, and VA loan financing is widely used. First-time buyers gravitate toward the inland ZIPs (23464, 23456, 23452), while second-home and luxury buyers tend toward 23451 (Oceanfront/North End) and 23454 (Great Neck/Bay Colony). Below you'll find every active Virginia Beach home for sale pulled live from the REIN MLS and refreshed every 5 minutes.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$5,077/moPrincipal & interest
$4,281
Property tax
$556
Home insurance
$241
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by BHHS RW Towne Realty · MLS# 10631732
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$825,000
1417 Franklin DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23454
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454
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