Why this home stands out
What sets 1602 Fairfax Drive apart is its unbeatable daily-life convenience in a well-established neighborhood. Coffee, tacos, groceries, and a park are all within half a mile, and NAS Oceana is just nine minutes away. For anyone who values a short commute and a walkable routine over square footage, this address delivers a lifestyle that larger homes in farther-out zip codes simply can't match.
GREEN RUN and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Green Run is one of Virginia Beach's most recognizable established neighborhoods — a mid-sized residential community that grew up through the 1980s and carries that era's hallmarks: mature trees, consistent street grids, and a mix of single-family homes and smaller residential properties that give the area a grounded, lived-in feel. It sits in the western interior of Virginia Beach, away from the oceanfront crowds but well-connected to the city's main corridors. Residents here tend to appreciate the balance of quiet streets and quick access to shopping, dining, and recreation. If you've been searching on realtor com virginia beach and wondering which neighborhoods offer genuine everyday walkability without resort-town pricing, Green Run consistently comes up. The broader Virginia Beach context matters too — you're in a city of roughly 450,000 people with a strong military presence, a diverse economy, and no state income tax on military pay. Green Run sits comfortably within that larger picture, close enough to everything but removed from the congestion of the resort strip.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from 1602 Fairfax Drive. Amoco is just 0.1 miles away for quick stops, Target Grocery is 0.4 miles out, and Dollar General covers the in-between runs at 0.5 miles. For food, No 1 Taco and China East Restaurant are both 0.2 miles away, and Joyu Tea & Coffee handles your morning or afternoon caffeine fix at the same distance — with Dunkin' and Starbucks Coffee Company also within 0.3 miles. Green Run Neighborhood Park is a 0.4-mile walk, and Branford and Woodland Estates Park are both under 0.7 miles. Fitness options are well-covered too, with STRIKE Studio Virginia Beach, Onelife Fitness - Princess Anne Gym, and HOTWORX all within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is nine minutes from the front door — about as close as it gets without living on base. USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is 14 minutes out. If you're using a VA loan and want to keep your BAH working hard, a low-maintenance 2-bed property this close to two installations is worth a serious look. Shorter commutes mean more time at home, and that matters.
For first-time buyers
At 900 square feet with two bedrooms and one bath, 1602 Fairfax Drive is the kind of property that makes a first purchase feel manageable rather than overwhelming. Maintenance is minimal, the neighborhood is established and stable, and everything you need day-to-day is within half a mile. It's a practical, confident first step into Virginia Beach homeownership without overextending.
More buyer questions
How far is 1602 Fairfax Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately 9 minutes from 1602 Fairfax Drive under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer off-base residential options to the installation in Virginia Beach.
What neighborhood is 1602 Fairfax Drive in?
The property is located in Green Run, an established mid-sized neighborhood in the western interior of Virginia Beach known for mature landscaping, consistent residential streets, and strong everyday convenience.
Is 1602 Fairfax Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
Are there parks and green spaces near 1602 Fairfax Drive?
Yes — Green Run Neighborhood Park is 0.4 miles away, and both Branford and Woodland Estates Park are within 0.6 miles, giving you multiple outdoor options within easy walking or biking distance.
Does the Green Run neighborhood have an HOA?
HOA status can vary by specific street and subdivision within Green Run — your agent can confirm whether 1602 Fairfax Drive falls under any homeowners association and what, if any, guidelines apply.
Want to know more about 1602 Fairfax Drive or Green Run? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through the details — reach out anytime to get started.
