Why this home stands out
What sets 1716 Rueger St apart is its genuinely walkable daily routine — groceries, coffee, and a gym are all under a mile away — combined with quick access to two military installations. For a 1,200-square-foot home in Virginia Beach, that combination of convenience and commute efficiency is hard to match. The 1978 construction era typically means solid bones: concrete-block or wood-frame builds that have stood the test of decades.
BRANDON and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Rueger St sits in a quiet, established residential pocket of Virginia Beach — the kind of street where neighbors have been around long enough to wave hello. The surrounding area has a lived-in, unpretentious character: modest lots, mature trees, and a mix of long-term homeowners who value stability over flash. Virginia Beach itself is one of the most dynamic cities on the East Coast, stretching from the resort strip along the Atlantic all the way inland through neighborhoods exactly like this one — practical, connected, and close to everything. The city's sheer size means you're never far from a major corridor, and Kempsville Road nearby puts restaurants, shops, and services within easy reach. Whether you're drawn to the oceanfront on weekends or simply want a reliable home base in Virginia Beach, this address delivers both.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from 1716 Rueger St. Walmart Neighborhood Market is just 0.6 miles out, with Food Lion and Dollar General both under a mile for backup runs. When you want to sit down with a good cup of coffee, Pinup Coffee Co Cafe at Farmhouse is only 0.4 miles away, and 17 Hands Coffee is right behind it at 0.6 miles. Hungry? Punjabi Rasoi, China Kitchen, and PiTA Restaurant are all within 0.6 miles — solid variety for a Tuesday night. The Iron Asylum Gym in Kempsville and VB KidFit are both close for workouts. Brigadoon Woods Park and City View Park round things out at about a mile away.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is just a 6-minute drive from 1716 Rueger St, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is reachable in about 13 minutes — making this address a practical fit for service members at either installation. Virginia Beach's strong military community means you'll find familiar support networks nearby, and a VA loan can make this kind of home especially accessible for eligible buyers.
For first-time buyers
At 1,200 square feet with three bedrooms and 1.1 baths, 1716 Rueger St is a manageable, right-sized first home — enough space to grow into without the overhead of something larger. Groceries, coffee, and a gym are all within a mile, so you're set up for a low-friction daily routine from day one. It's a solid foothold in Virginia Beach.
More buyer questions
How far is 1716 Rueger St from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 13 minutes from 1716 Rueger St under typical traffic conditions. The route is straightforward via local corridors connecting Virginia Beach to Portsmouth.
How far is 1716 Rueger St from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 6 minutes away, making it one of the closest major installations to this address. That's a meaningful commute advantage for Coast Guard personnel.
What is the flood risk at 1716 Rueger St?
Flood zone information for 1716 Rueger St is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls from current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent.
Is there a garage at 1716 Rueger St?
Garage details for this property are reflected in the full listing data on this page. Homes of this era and size in Virginia Beach commonly include a single-car garage or carport, so it's worth confirming in the current listing details.
What grocery stores are closest to 1716 Rueger St?
Walmart Neighborhood Market is the nearest at 0.6 miles, with Food Lion and Dollar General both coming in at 0.8 miles — all reachable in just a few minutes by car.
Curious whether 1716 Rueger St is the right fit? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through it.
