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3beds
2baths
1,235sqft
8days on market

1544 Janke Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

ActiveResidential · built 1954 · DIAMOND SPRING HOMES

About this home

Welcome to this charming single-story ranch in the established Diamond Spring Homes neighborhood! Offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home features a comfortable, functional layout with all bedrooms and baths conveniently located on one level, including a primary bedroom with an ensuite bath. Relax on the covered front porch or enjoy the outdoor space offered by the approximately .18-acre lot with partial fencing. Additional features include central air, driveway parking, city water and sewer, and no HOA or condo fees. Conveniently located near shopping, dining and major commuter routes, this home is ready for its next owner to make it their own!

Listing courtesy of Lisa Martin · Judy Boone Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10657215

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1954

Price / sqft

$274

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,500/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

MLS #

10657215

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,235
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
DIAMOND SPRING HOMES
Zoning
R75
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

1544 Janke Road sits about three minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story in Virginia Beach. The 1954 ranch-style home offers three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,235 square feet on a compact lot. Diamond Springs Park is just down the street. It is a straightforward address in a well-connected part of the 23455 zip code.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1544 Janke Road apart is its proximity to one of the largest naval installations on the East Coast. Three minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is genuinely rare. The 1954 build gives the home solid bones and a single-story layout that is easy to live in day to day. Lake Smith Lake Lawson Natural Area is less than a mile away, adding a slice of real nature to an otherwise urban-edge address. That combination of base access, park access, and low-maintenance footprint is hard to replicate nearby.

DIAMOND SPRING HOMES and the Virginia Beach real estate market

The streets around Janke Road have a quiet, established feel. Homes here are mostly mid-century ranches built in the 1950s and 1960s, sitting on modest lots with mature trees. The pace is unhurried, and neighbors tend to know each other. Diamond Springs Park anchors the block just to the south. Lake Smith Lake Lawson Natural Area adds a greenbelt buffer to the east, which keeps the area feeling more open than the density suggests. Virginia Beach is one of the largest cities by land area in the country, and the 23455 zip code sits in the northern inland section, well away from the oceanfront crowds. Getting around is easy. Interstate 64 is close, putting downtown Norfolk and Norfolk International Airport within a short drive. The Oceanfront is about 20 minutes east. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23455 will notice that this corridor offers a practical, low-traffic lifestyle that the beachside zip codes simply cannot match.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Janke Road. Dollar General is half a mile away for quick household needs. A 7-Eleven is also within half a mile for coffee and convenience items. J. I. Sports Pub and Pupuseria y Taqueria El Sabor de mi Tierra are both within walking distance for casual meals. Fitness options are plentiful. Peacock Pilates 33 is half a mile out. CrossFit Rife and East Coast Gold Weightlifting are both under a mile. Diamond Springs Park is four-tenths of a mile for open-air exercise, and Lake Smith Nature Area adds trails and waterside paths just a bit farther down the road.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about three minutes from the front door — one of the shortest base commutes you will find in Virginia Beach. VA loan financing is common in this corridor, and the single-story layout means no stair-climbing after a long duty day. USCG Base Portsmouth is about 16 minutes out, adding flexibility for dual-base households. The 23455 zip code is a practical anchor point for anyone weighing Virginia Beach homes for sale near the water-side installations.

For first-time buyers

At 1,235 square feet across a single floor, 1544 Janke Road is a manageable size that does not overwhelm. Three bedrooms and two full baths cover the essentials without the complexity of a larger home. Diamond Springs Park is four-tenths of a mile away for weekend afternoons outside. Anyone exploring homes for sale in Virginia Beach and wanting a low-maintenance entry point will find this address worth a close look.

More buyer questions

How far is 1544 Janke Road from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive is about three minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes this one of the closest civilian addresses to the base in Virginia Beach.

What year was 1544 Janke Road built?

The home was built in 1954. That puts it in the mid-century ranch era that defines much of this neighborhood.

Is 1544 Janke Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

What parks are near 1544 Janke Road?

Diamond Springs Park is four-tenths of a mile away. Lake Smith Lake Lawson Natural Area and Lake Smith Nature Area are both about six-tenths of a mile out and offer trails along the water.

Are there homes for sale zoned for Bayside High School near this address?

Yes — anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Bayside High School or homes for sale zoned for Bayside Elementary School will find that 1544 Janke Road falls within that attendance area. Confirm current zoning with Virginia Beach City Public Schools before making any decisions.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get a straight answer on 1544 Janke Road and what it takes to move forward.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515531

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

20.8 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Little Creek

Navy

8min·2.7mi

NS Norfolk

Navy

17min·11.2mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

19min·11.3mi

NMCP

Navy

22min·12.7mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

20min·12.1mi

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Payment Calculator

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$2,066/mo

Principal & interest

$1,759

Property tax

$208

Home insurance

$99

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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.

Value & history

Comparables

Asking vs. assessment

141% of $240,600

City assessment record · taxes $2,500/yr

Land share of assessed value

62% — $150,000

Improvements $90,600 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$274,000 – $372,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

668 Goose Creek RD · 2.6 mi · 1,244 sqft$274,000 sold 2026-03
5021 Sancillio DR · 2.7 mi · 1,227 sqft$362,000 sold 2026-09
636 Bottino LN · 2.8 mi · 1,248 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$339,000

Price / Sq Ft

$274

Annual Taxes

$2,500

Monthly Tax

$208

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.74%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 10, 2026$339,000—
Currently listed—$339,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

41% above assessment

Total Assessed

$240,600

Land

$150,000

Improvement

$90,600

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Virginia Beach Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

8 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1544 Janke Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Bayside Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.1/10), Bayside Middle (VaHome School Score 4.3/10), Bayside (VaHome School Score 7.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1544 Janke Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 1544 Janke Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1544 Janke Rd built?+
It was built in 1954, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Listing courtesy of Lisa Martin · Judy Boone Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10657215

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1544 Janke Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23455 · MLS #10657215 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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