Why this home stands out
What sets 1657 Cassell Street apart is its rare dual-base convenience — Dam Neck Annex and NAS Oceana are both within a single-digit drive, making daily commutes genuinely painless for active-duty personnel and civilian employees alike. The home's manageable footprint keeps upkeep low while still delivering three bedrooms and two full baths, a combination that works well for small families, couples, or anyone who values function over excess square footage.
DAM NECK ESTATES and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Virginia Beach is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast, and the area surrounding 1657 Cassell Street reflects that well. The streets here have a settled, residential feel — mature trees, single-family homes, and neighbors who tend to stay put. You're in the southern Virginia Beach corridor, which puts you close to the oceanfront and the resort strip without the noise and foot traffic that come with living right on the beach. Inland enough for quiet, coastal enough for weekend convenience. The city itself offers an enormous range of everyday amenities: grocery stores, urgent care clinics, local restaurants, and green space are all within a short drive. Virginia Beach also carries one of the lowest crime rates among large U.S. cities, which matters whether you're a first-time buyer or a family putting down roots. The 23454 zip code sits in a part of the city that's largely built out, meaning the character of the surrounding streets is stable and established rather than in flux.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy to manage from Cassell Street. Grocery options, pharmacies, and casual dining are all within a few miles in multiple directions. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront is roughly a ten-minute drive, giving you access to the boardwalk, restaurants, and the beach itself without living in the thick of the tourist zone. Princess Anne Road and General Booth Boulevard serve as the main commercial corridors nearby, lined with the kind of practical retail — hardware, coffee, fast food, sit-down dining — that makes everyday life low-friction. Several city parks and recreational trails are also close by for outdoor time without a long commute.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to Dam Neck Annex and six to NAS Oceana — that's the kind of commute that changes your quality of life. For military families, 1657 Cassell Street is a practical choice that keeps you close to work and close to the coast. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the three-bedroom layout gives you the flexibility to grow or host without feeling cramped.
For first-time buyers
At 1,100 square feet, 1657 Cassell Street is sized just right for a first home — enough room to live comfortably without taking on more maintenance than you're ready for. Three bedrooms and two baths give you real flexibility, whether you need a guest room, a home office, or space for a growing household. Virginia Beach's stable residential market makes it a solid place to start building equity.
More buyer questions
How far is 1657 Cassell Street from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately four minutes away by car, making this one of the closest residential streets to the installation. For personnel assigned there, the daily commute is about as short as it gets in Virginia Beach.
How far is 1657 Cassell Street from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly six minutes away, putting it well within easy reach for daily commutes or quick trips on and off base.
Is 1657 Cassell Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
What is the square footage and layout of 1657 Cassell Street?
The home offers 1,100 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1984 as a single-family residential property.
Does 1657 Cassell Street have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details above — if an HOA applies, the association name and any relevant rules will be listed there.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get your questions answered and set up a walkthrough of 1657 Cassell Street.
