Why this home stands out
What sets 1697 Cottenham Lane apart is the rare combination of near-instant base access and walkable retail all in one spot. Dam Neck Annex is literally a three-minute drive, NAS Oceana is seven, and an ALDI, Food Lion, a neighborhood taphouse, and a coffee shop are all within a quarter mile. For a 1,240-square-foot home, the location does an enormous amount of heavy lifting.
ALL OTHERS AREA 44 and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Cottenham Lane sits in the southern Virginia Beach corridor — a part of the city that tends to fly under the radar but rewards the people who discover it. The surrounding streets have a settled, residential feel: mature landscaping, easy parking, and neighbors who actually know each other. Red Mill Commons, one of Virginia Beach's most walkable retail clusters, is right at the doorstep, which means you're not driving across town for a grocery run or a workout. Virginia Beach as a whole offers 35 miles of Atlantic coastline, a robust parks system, and a year-round economy anchored by both tourism and the military. When you're working with realtors in virginia beach, this zip code — 23454 — tends to come up as a sweet spot for buyers who want proximity to the bases without sacrificing access to the city's broader amenities. The city sits in Virginia's Hampton Roads metro, giving residents easy reach to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and beyond.
What's nearby
Everyday errands are genuinely walkable from 1697 Cottenham Lane. ALDI is 0.3 miles away, Food Lion and its on-site pharmacy are 0.4 miles, and Roast Rider Coffee + Tea is an easy 0.4-mile stroll for a morning cup. Warriors Taphouse and TenderFix by Noah Schnapp are both within 0.3 miles for evenings out. Fitness options are plentiful — Onelife Fitness at Red Mill is 0.3 miles, Curves is 0.4 miles, and Elevate Training Club is under a mile. Upton Estates Municipal Park is just 0.2 miles away, Red Wing Dog Park is 0.4 miles, and a second Upton Estates Park entrance is also within easy reach.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to Dam Neck Annex and seven to NAS Oceana — the commute math at 1697 Cottenham Lane works hard for military households. A VA loan can make the financing side equally straightforward, and the low-maintenance footprint means fewer weekend projects eating into your time off. Whether you're on a short-tour rotation or planning to stay long-term, this location keeps options open.
For first-time buyers
At 1,240 square feet with 2 beds and 2.1 baths, 1697 Cottenham Lane is sized right for a first purchase — enough room to live comfortably without the overhead of a sprawling property. Groceries, a pharmacy, a coffee shop, and a gym are all within half a mile, so daily life runs smoothly from day one. It's a practical, well-located starting point in Virginia Beach.
More buyer questions
How far is 1697 Cottenham Lane from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1697 Cottenham Lane, making it one of the closest residential addresses to that installation in Virginia Beach. NAS Oceana is about 7 minutes away, giving households with ties to either base excellent positioning.
Is 1697 Cottenham Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 1697 Cottenham Lane is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
What is the HOA situation at 1697 Cottenham Lane?
This property is subject to an HOA — check the listing details or ask your agent for the current governing documents, rules, and any applicable restrictions.
What are things to do in Virginia Beach in the winter near this address?
Things to do in Virginia Beach in the winter are more plentiful than many expect — the oceanfront boardwalk stays open year-round, First Landing State Park offers uncrowded hiking trails, and the Virginia Aquarium is a popular cold-weather destination. Closer to home, Warriors Taphouse and Roast Rider Coffee + Tea are both within a short walk of Cottenham Lane for low-key local evenings.
How big is the lot at 1697 Cottenham Lane?
Lot size details for 1697 Cottenham Lane are listed in the property data section of this page. Given the property type and the 1998 build year in this part of Virginia Beach, lots in this corridor tend to be modest and well-suited to low-maintenance ownership.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get straight answers about 1697 Cottenham Lane and what it could mean for your next move.
